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Southeast Asia news — September 22, 2026

Publications tagged with Southeast Asia published on September 22, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

5 publications

  1. WorldMiddle EastSoutheast AsiaTrade

    Oil Prices Fall Amidst Hope for Iran-US Talks

    Oil prices decreased significantly on Monday, with Brent crude falling below $100 per barrel, as investors anticipated potential diplomatic progress between the United States and Iran during the upcoming UN General Assembly. This optimism was fueled by statements from both sides indicating openness to negotiations. The price drop also comes amidst reports of improved oil flows from the Middle East and increased shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. However, geopolitical risks persist, with recent attacks on ships in the strait and ongoing conflicts in the region.
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  2. ScienceSoutheast Asia

    Planet Labs to Start Satellite Production in Berlin

    US-based Planet Labs is set to commence satellite production in Berlin this fall, marking its first full-fledged manufacturing site outside San Francisco. The company aims to produce up to 60 satellites per year at the new facility, with the first satellite expected to be completed by the end of 2023. The production will focus on 'Pelican' satellites, delivering high-resolution images for Earth observation. The company assures that it serves European government customers without issues and aims to reduce dependencies for European clients.
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  4. WorldMiddle EastSoutheast Asia

    Starbucks to Establish First India GCC in Chennai, Creating 800 Jobs

    Starbucks has signed an MoU with the Tamil Nadu government to establish its first Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Chennai. The facility, expected to create 800 high-paying technology jobs, will operate independently of Starbucks' retail joint venture with Tata Consumer Products. The move comes amidst a growing trend of global companies setting up GCCs in Chennai due to its skilled talent pool and supportive infrastructure.
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  5. WorldLawMiddle EastSoutheast Asia

    Illegal Transfer of Electric Vehicles in Kyrgyzstan

    Customs officers in Kyrgyzstan have uncovered five cases of illegal transfer of electric vehicles imported from China with preferential tariff treatment. Citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic imported these vehicles and then transferred them to Russian citizens without paying the due customs duties. The total material damage caused to the budget of the Kyrgyz Republic was 3,982,274 soms.
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