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US President Trump: We have unparalleled firepower, unlimited ammunition and plenty of time - look what will happen to Iran today.

University of Thailand Chamber of Commerce (UTCC): Thailand’s tourism industry is expected to suffer due to lower numbers of European tourists.

The five-year Japanese government bond yield rose 4.0 basis points to 1.665%. The 20-year Japanese government bond yield rose 3.0 basis points to 3.090%.

India's NIFTY 50 index fell 1%.

Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Ryomasa Akasawa: I think a reasonable oil price should be the level before the Iran war.

Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Ryomasa Akasawa: We will continue to discuss Japan’s quota and implementation schedule in the coordinated oil reserve release plan led by the International Energy Agency.

Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Ryomasa Akasawa: Japanese companies are seeking alternative sources of crude oil procurement, including the United States, Central Asia and South America.

Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Ryomasa Akasawa: The Japanese government will work with private sector operators to do its utmost to ensure alternative sources of crude oil.

The five-year Japanese government bond yield rose 3.0 basis points to 1.655%.

The British defense secretary said there could be increased military support to protect ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission: Calling on the industry to explain large swings in fuel prices, Australia's refined international petrol and diesel benchmark prices have risen more than international oil prices.

Market news: Japan and other Asia-Pacific countries plan to reach a US$30 billion energy and mineral agreement with the United States.

According to CBS: The United States conducted another military evacuation mission on Thursday, sending about 19 injured soldiers to Germany.

Japanese Finance Minister Katayama Satsuki: Maintain closer contact with the U.S. authorities on foreign exchange issues.

Japanese Finance Minister Katayama Satsuki: Ready to take all possible measures, while also taking into account the possible impact of oil prices on daily life.

Malaysian Ministry of Trade: Currently in communication with the United States regarding the United States’ unfair trade investigation.

Japanese Finance Minister Katayama Satsuki: The impact needs to be mitigated as much as possible.

Japanese Finance Minister Katayama Satsuki: Rising oil prices are having a major impact on the financial market.

Japanese Finance Minister Katayama Satsuki: Oil prices remain high and caution is needed.

Hong Kong stock Yaocai Securities Financial (01428.HK) continues to rise, now up more than 27%.