RBI data show India’s forex reserves rose to a record $728.49bn in the week ended Feb. 27, led by higher gold and foreign currency assets.

China’s top officials pledged stronger tech financing, more balanced trade and capital market reforms, outlining steps on IPO rules, imports and stability.

India’s rupee led Asia’s gains after rebounding from a record low, with RBI action helping steady FX trade amid a stronger dollar and higher oil.

UAE and Japan concluded CEPA negotiations in Tokyo, paving the way for a trade and investment pact aimed at expanding commerce and cooperation across sectors.

UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed met Germany’s Johann Wadephul in Berlin to review ties and discuss regional security and diplomacy.

China official manufacturing PMI fell to 49.0 in February, a second month in contraction, as Spring Festival disruptions and weaker orders hit factories.