Asia Intelligence Brief — Friday, May 22, 2026

Japan’s core CPI fell to 1.4% in April — a four-year low — complicating the BOJ’s June hike calculus. Taiwan disputed the US arms-pause framing as Cao cited Iran-war munitions and Trump signalled a Lai call. Indonesia confirmed Danantara as sole exporter of palm oil, coal and ferroalloys from September 1, centralising $65bn in flow. China’s NDRC walked back foreign tech-investment restrictions. Iran’s FM met Pakistan’s Interior Minister, and Lee’s state visit to Tokyo was confirmed. Today’s Asia intelligence brief tracks six decisions converging on the Friday tape. 01 · Japan — Core CPI Falls to 1.4%, Four-Year Low; BOJ […]

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