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AirAsia chief’s jab backfires, Singaporeans going ‘car-lite’: 7 Asia highlights

South China Morning Post / 06 October 2026 / 2h ago

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We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. AirAsia chief mocks Singapore Airlines’ food – and social media hits back AirAsia co-founder Tony Fernandes has caused a stir online after taking aim at Singapore Airlines

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AirAsia chief’s jab backfires, Singaporeans going ‘car-lite’: 7 Asia highlights

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