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Japan’s Bid to Enter Trade Talks Opens Route For U.S. LNG

Japan’s bid to join negotiations for the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade agreement may make it easier for the nation to import U.S. liquefied natural gas, a prospect that is raising the hackles of environmental groups.

Japan Joining Trade Talks Fuels Criticism Over Barriers

Japan’s bid to join trade negotiations aimed at creating the Trans-Pacific Partnership drew criticism from U.S. lawmakers and a citizens’ group even before it was announced.

U.S. Races to Prevent Doha-Like End to Trans-Pacific Trade Talks

On paper, big, ambitious free-trade deals are the best kind. The more countries that agree to open their markets, the greater the benefits to consumers. But there’s a catch: If big trade deals try to include too many countries or take on too many issues, the negotiations can collapse under the weight of thousands of pages of details.

Hillary Clinton Cheered Husband’s Speech From Tiny East Timor

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton cheered her husband’s nominating speech for President Barack Obama at the Democratic National Convention from 10,000 miles away, in the tiny Southeast Asian nation of East Timor.

Obama Sets Summit With Southeast Asian Leaders During UN General Assembly

U.S. President Barack Obama has scheduled a summit later this month with leaders from Southeast Asia, a region that is the fourth-biggest market for American goods and one that Obama has targeted for increased trade.

Saudi Arabia to Send Olympic Women Athletes for First Time

Saudi Arabia will send female athletes to the Olympic Games for the first time, the International Olympic Committee said, ending a ban by the kingdom where women aren’t allowed to drive.

Obama, Wen Pledge Cooperation on Economic Issues

President Barack Obama and Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao pledged their countries to closer cooperation on economic issues to foster the global recovery.

Obama Tells Asean U.S. Has ‘Enormous Stake’ in Asia

President Barack Obama told leaders of Southeast Asian nations the U.S. has an “enormous stake” in the region and intends to play a leadership role in Asia.

Asean Says Obama's Summit Invitation Reaffirms U.S. Confidence in Region

President Barack Obama ’s plan to meet Southeast Asian leaders this month reaffirms U.S. trust in a group that’s leading efforts to meet global economic and financial challenges, a regional official said.

Air China, Ayala Land, LG, PT Astra, Woongjin: Asia Ex-Japan Stock Preview

The following companies may have unusual price changes today in Asian trading , excluding Japan. Stock symbols are in parentheses, and share prices are from the previous close, unless noted otherwise.

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Fannie Shares Seen as Worthless Surging in Disconnect

Stocks Fall on Fed Stimulus Concern While Oil, Yen Gain

U.S. Stocks Decline as Investors Weigh ADP Jobs Report

European Stocks Fall on Fed Stimulus Concern; Tesco Slips

WTI Futures Rebound as U.S. Crude Inventories Decline