Political headache: Takaichi speaks in parliament in Tokyo. Japanese share prices have soared on market expectations of big spending by Takaichi, though some analysts warn of the strain her plans add to the country’s already dire finances.

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Malaysia’s newly signed Reciprocal Trade Agreement and Critical Minerals Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United States mark a pivotal realignment in the nation’s trade and investment strategy, offering long-term tariff certainty, deepening supply chain integration, and strengthening Malaysia’s position in high-value sectors including automotive, semiconductors, and digital services.

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SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures dipped on Tuesday, weighed down by a stronger yen and lower crude oil prices, although signs of easing US-China trade tensions lent some support to the market.

Brent crude futures settled down US$1.22, or 1.9%, to US$64.40 a barrel. US West Texas Intermediate crude futures settled down US$1.16, or 1.9%, at US$60.15.

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The dollar was weaker on Tuesday.