Japan urges for early forming of stable administration in Greece

The Japanese government on Monday called for an early formation of a stable Greek administration after the crucial parliamentary election in Greece on Sunday.

Asian markets, euro rally after Greece vote

Asian markets surged Monday and the euro rose after Greek pro-austerity parties won enough votes to form a government, but optimism it will stay in the eurozone was tempered with warnings the future remains uncertain.

Tokyo stocks jumped 1.89 percent, Hong Kong surged 1.55 percent by the break, Sydney was 1.90 percent higher and Seoul climbed 2.01 percent.

Shanghai added 0.69 percent, Wellington gained 0.10 percent and Taipei was up 1.98 percent.