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The IMF remains relatively optimistic compared to other major forecasting organizations, however, none of which expect the world economy to bounce back as quickly in 2020 and 2021 as the IMF does.

Hong Kong tourism-linked stocks fall as virus spooks investors

Bank of Japan lifts growth outlook, keeps easy money policy

China's former Interpol chief sentenced to 13 years in prison

Thunberg, Trump to offer competing visions at climate-focused Davos

The chair of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange said the Chinese government should and will let authorities in Hong Kong resolve the continued public protests that have beset the Asian financial center.

Asia ramps up defence against coronavirus

IMF trims global growth estimates 2020-21 but sees improving outlook

Charges against Huawei exec 'fiction,' defense says at start of extradition hearing

WHO emergency group to meet on spreading China virus

Pompeo urges end to 'tyranny' of Venezuela's Maduro

Chinese travellers unfazed as SARS-like virus spreads

Global tourism growth slowed in 2019: UN

The report comes just one day ahead of the Davos Economic Forum and calls for more cooperations among nations.

Moody's downgrades Hong Kong, blames government response to protests

Powerful forces imposing their will on those with little power is a common theme throughout history. And an $800 million dollar hydropower dam project that will displace indigenous people in about 20 communities along the Pulangi River in the Philippines may be the latest example.

Google chief urges 'proportionate' AI regulation

Djokovic survives scare as rain causes chaos at Australian Open

Huawei is planning to launch an aggressive attack this year by releasing very affordable smartphones with 5G for only $150.

Stocks retreat as investors cash in on rally

Chinese officials confirmed a third death and the Wuhan Municipal Health Commission said the number of patients with pneumonia has grown from 62 to 136.