Private sector crucial in the battle against climate change: ADB special advisor
There is increasing interest from the private sector on investing in sustainable developments, green initiatives and climate-friendly adaptations, he said.
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Malaysia's graft busters probing slot machine operators over alleged money laundering, illegal political funding
Industry executives estimate close to roughly 300 legal slot machine establishments nationwide with each premise operating at least 15 machines, which are controlled by privately held companies.
South China Sea: Philippines' Marcos defends removing Chinese barrier
President says Manila's defence of its territory does not mean it is 'looking for trouble'
India’s not the China alternative Wall Street thinks
Financial bookmarks can be very illuminating in assessing a market’s readiness for global primetime. Such is the case with JPMorgan Chase & Co adding Indian debt to its emerging market indices. The Wall Street icon plans to do just that in June 2024, perhaps drawing US$40
Short changed: Can China pay the bills?
Property giant Evergrande boss under house arrest as ‘economic miracle’ turns ‘speculative bubble.’
Malaysia’s Anwar wants more money from Goldman Sachs
SINGAPORE and LONDON – Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is upping the ante on efforts to renegotiate a controversial settlement with Goldman Sachs for its role in the multi-billion-dollar 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) financial scandal and extradite one of Goldman’s
Court in Myanmar’s Ayeyarwady region sentences 3 to death
The men were accused of murder and membership of an anti-junta militia.
Evergrande: Anxious Chinese home buyers reel from crisis
As China's housing crisis grows, so have fears that dreams of home ownership have been bulldozed.
Pakistan: At least 50 killed, dozens injured in Mastung blast
The blast happened near a mosque as people gathered to celebrate the birth of Prophet Muhammad.
Don Quixote in the White House
Now that the writers’ strike in the US is over, I can pitch my script for that blockbuster version of Cervantes’ classic crying out to be made: Don Quixote in the White House, updating windmills to stray weather balloons, complete with paranoia and mustache-twirling villains.
Vachathi: India court upholds convictions in 30-year-old rapes
Chennai high court rejected the appeal of 215 convicts, including police, forest and revenue officials.
Ukraine war: Who has the real mobilization problem?
When Vladimir Putin called for a partial mobilization in September 2022 it was a sign to ordinary Russians that – despite all the Kremlin’s denials – this was no longer a “special military operation” but a real war. In response to Ukraine’s successful counteroffensive which
Why so many Indians prefer ‘Bharat’ to ‘India’
When India invited delegates attending the G20 summit in September 2023 to dinner with “the President of Bharat,” rather than “the President of India,” it may have looked to the world like a simple case of postcolonial course correction. The word “India” is, after all, an
Canada is serious about ties with India despite row - Trudeau
His remarks come in the wake of Canada's detriorating diplomatic relations with India.
TSMC to help Europe break its Asia chip dependency
In contrast to Dutch manufacturing equipment maker ASML’s position at the center of the US-China trade and technology conflict, most European semiconductor makers are maintaining a low profile. For those who have not been following the issue, Netherlands-based ASML has a
Commentary: Malaysia PM Anwar needs a major Cabinet overhaul to show he is serious about his reform agenda
Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim needs a major Cabinet overhaul to show he is serious about tackling the stagnant economy and cost-of-living issues, but his options may be limited, says James Chin, Asian Studies professor at the University of Tasmania.
Environmental villains in the South China Sea
The Philippines has publicly castigated China and its fishermen for damaging the coral- based ecosystem at Iroquois and Sabina reefs in its exclusive economic zone (EEZ). This criticism has been hyped and spread around the world. Others including the US and Japan have joined
Evergrande: Why should I care if China property giant collapses?
There are reports the leaders of the heavily indebted Chinese property giant have been detained.
EU rethinking China business ties, state by state
Western nations and multinational corporations, severely impacted by Covid-19 restrictions and supply chain disruptions, are reevaluating their approaches toward China. While many Western businesses view China as a vital market, there is considerable uncertainty about the
Biden’s Belt and Road counter needs an eastern extension
US President Joe Biden announced on September 9 at the G20 Summit in India an ambitious plan for a transportation corridor connecting India with the Middle East and, ultimately, Europe – a possible game changer for global trade. The shipping and rail corridor would include
Taiwan builds first submarine, with Western support
Taiwan, a self-governing island in Asia, is not only famous for its dominance in the global semiconductor sector but can now also call itself a submarine-maker after it unveiled its first underwater vessel on Thursday. The submarine, named “Hai Kun” in Mandarin and “Narwhal”
Cricket World Cup: Why India's pace attack is its strength
Many see the World Cup as a battle between pace attacks. In that case, India hold their own comfortably.
What China's economic problems mean for the world
Problems faced by the world's second-largest economy include a property market crisis and slow growth.
Commentary: The new Thai PM has his work cut out on Myanmar
After debuting at the United Nations General Assembly, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin must get to work on foreign policy issues, not least Myanmar, says Bangkok-based journalist Jitsiree Thongnoi.
Soaring palm oil prices prompt long lines in Myanmar
Wholesalers say they are being forced by the junta to sell at a loss or risk arrest.
US diplomat: ‘We’re in an undeclared information war’
China spends billions of dollars a year to manipulate global information flows, a new US government report says.
Cambodian garment workers’ monthly minimum wage nudged up to US$204
Hike is about enough to cover a couple of meals.
El Niño, India rice export ban cause food security fears in SE Asia
Region’s millions depend on rice for 50% to 70% of their calorie intake.
No mooncakes allowed: North Korea seizes treats from trade officials
They are Chinese food, officials say, not appropriate for a key Korean holiday.
China builds roads, provisions its ships – in US ally Micronesia
Beijing calls attention to its Micronesia projects with ubiquitous China Aid signs but rejects scrutiny.
South India’s progressive politics vs North’s regressive politics
“You cannot expect any rational thought from a religious man. He is like a rocking log in water.” – E V Ramasamy Erode Venkatappa Ramasamy, revered by his followers as Periyar, was an Indian social activist and politician who started the Self-Respect Movement. He is known as
US won’t say why it reversed $18M aid cut to Cambodia
Frozen two months ago after elections ‘neither free nor fair,’ officials now say the aid will benefit Cambodians.
Women found in lorry in France face deportation
Six women were rescued from a lorry on Wednesday after a BBC journalist helped alert French police.
Thai court dismisses charges over disappearance of Karen activist
The advocate for the ethnic Karen tribal community went missing at Kaeng Krachan National Park in 2014.
