00:17⇢SoftBank's Bond Surge
⌨Japanese media continues to report on the massive fire in Hong Kong, with updated reports indicating at least 36 deaths (Kyodo News English). Discussions also persist on how Sanae Takaichi can improve Japan-China relations (Nikkei Asia) and South Korea's potential submarine development (Japan Business Press). A new development highlights SoftBank Group's retail bond issuance nearing 10 trillion yen (Nikkei Shimbun).
