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IMF says AI could offset Asia's shrinking workforce
The IMF said AI could add up to a point of growth in ageing Asian economies, as Bill Gates warned of AI cyberattacks and Brad Smith urged regulation.
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3 stories on Asia since 29 September 2026; the latest was published on 12 October 2026.
Key developments
- IMF says AI could offset Asia's shrinking workforceThe IMF said AI could add up to a point of growth in ageing Asian economies, as Bill Gates warned of AI cyberattacks and Brad Smith urged regulation.
- Malaysia begins sending Myanmar migrants home as rights groups warn of dangerMalaysia sent 1,500 Myanmar nationals home by ship, the first of 5,000 under a 'voluntary' plan that more than 160 civil society groups have urged it to halt.
- Bangkok floodwaters recede after 320mm of rain as Thai Airways battles baggage chaosBangkok was hit by about 320mm of rain in two to three days. Floods affected 1,267 businesses, and Thai Airways called in the air force to clear a baggage backlog.
Asia
Malaysia begins sending Myanmar migrants home as rights groups warn of danger
Malaysia sent 1,500 Myanmar nationals home by ship, the first of 5,000 under a 'voluntary' plan that more than 160 civil society groups have urged it to halt.
Asia
Bangkok floodwaters recede after 320mm of rain as Thai Airways battles baggage chaos
Bangkok was hit by about 320mm of rain in two to three days. Floods affected 1,267 businesses, and Thai Airways called in the air force to clear a baggage backlog.