According to the Financial Times: The UK government will stop unnecessary consulting spending in 2024-25.

The Nikkei 225 index turned to decline and is now down 0.07%.

The U.S. dollar against the Malaysian ringgit USD/MYR rose as much as 0.4% to 4.2370, the highest level since early February 2023.

According to the Times of Israel: U.S. Secretary of State Blinken has arrived in Cairo and will discuss efforts to facilitate a hostage-ceasefire agreement with Egyptian officials, including Egyptian President Sisi.

Federation of Thai Industries: The stronger baht has an impact on exports.

Philippine central bank governor: Bank reserve requirements may be further reduced next year.

According to the Times of Israel: The mayor of Tiberias reported two interceptions after air raid sirens were sounded, with no injuries.

According to Nikkei: Japan and the UAE will soon reach an agreement to start negotiations on an economic partnership agreement.

According to the Times of Israel: Alarms sounded in northern Israel, including Tiberias.

Founder of pager manufacturer Gold Apollo: The pagers used in the Lebanon explosion were made by a European company.

Founder of pager manufacturer Gold Apollo: Although the pagers used in the Lebanon explosion were branded with our brand, their production had been outsourced.

Founder of pager manufacturer Gold Apollo: The pagers used in the Lebanon explosion were not manufactured by our company.

Former US President Trump: I am getting more protection from the Secret Service.

Former US President Trump: We have long asked for more Secret Service personnel to ensure my safety.

According to relevant statements, US President Biden called on the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces to re-engage in negotiations to end the conflict.

Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio: It would be correct for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates by 25 basis points; if mortgages are taken into account, a 50 basis point cut would be needed.

Witnesses reported explosions in Kiev that sounded like air defences in action.

Former US President Trump: I will meet with Indian Prime Minister Modi next week.

Fain, president of the United Auto Workers (UAW): The UAW will vote to decide whether to strike at Stellantis (STLA.N).

Starlink said its services are now available in Yemen.