India, in focus.
Asia's September crude imports hit a post-conflict high of 23.96 million bpd, yet remain well below pre-war levels, with Middle East flows and refined fuel arrivals also subdued.
South Korea's Lee Jae Myung and US President Donald Trump welcomed progress on strategic investment projects during a 30-minute UN General Assembly meeting.
Crude prices drifted lower as Saudi Arabia restored its East-West pipeline, Iraq raised exports, and traders eyed US-Iran talks in New York.
The dollar steadied near a two-month high on rate-hike expectations, while easing oil prices and diplomatic efforts over the Iran war kept markets cautious.
General Motors CEO Mary Barra is expected at Trump's state dinner for China's Xi Jinping, as US automakers push back on opening the market to Chinese manufacturers.
Asian equities rose for a sixth straight session on AI-driven tech demand, oil eased on reports of higher Saudi supply, and the dollar stayed firm as Fed officials backed recent tightening.
Canadian PM Mark Carney said PM Narendra Modi is expected in Canada in December, as the two countries fast-track CEPA talks with a fifth round due October 5.
The US Export-Import Bank plans up to $7 billion in funding for critical minerals and energy projects in Argentina, to be announced during the UN General Assembly.
Trump warns Iran of annihilation but says a deal may be near, as Tehran sets Hormuz reopening conditions and Gulf states discuss security.
Australia's competition watchdog has blocked IAG's planned A$1.35 billion acquisition of RAC Insurance, citing competition concerns in Western Australia.
South Korea plans to halve its Middle East crude dependence to 50% by 2035 and cap gas imports from the region below 30%, under a new 10-year resources plan.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent may become President Trump's AI czar, a source says, though no decision has been made.
ADB raises 2026 growth forecast for developing Asia and the Pacific to 5.0% from 4.9%, trims inflation projection to 4.2%, and warns risks remain tilted to the downside.
Trump and Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez will hold their first meeting since Nicolas Maduro's capture, as her delegation pursues energy and debt talks.
A new IPPR report proposes giving England's mayors tax and borrowing powers in stages, with capable city-regions like London and Greater Manchester qualifying first.
UK employers' median pay awards fell to 3.0% in the three months to August, signalling a softer labour market and easing domestic inflation pressures.
Analysts warn a US diesel export ban would raise global prices, cut refinery runs and damage ties with allies, even as Trump backs the idea.
Mark Carney says Canada and India are targeting a trade deal by the G20 summit in mid-December, with a Modi visit expected around then.
Canada is championing its 'middle power strategy' at the UN General Assembly, with Foreign Minister Anita Anand set to deliver the country's main address on Saturday.
Trump threatens to annihilate Iran absent a deal, as envoys meet mediators and Tehran signals it could reopen the Strait of Hormuz.