China’s new locally transmitted cases of the novel coronavirus fell to a one-month low as a cluster in the western region of Xinjiang receded, data released by the country’s health authority on Sunday …
UAE lenders banking on gradual recovery
Profitability at UAE banks will remain under strain in the second half of 2020, with recovery largely to be gradual and dependent on the rebound in economic activity amidst low interest rates, an …
Thailand’s Central Bank Eyes DeFi Use Cases for Its Digital Baht
Thailand’s central bank assesses the chances of bringing centralized and decentralized together. Thailand’s central bank is looking at smart contracts and decentralized finance ( DeFi) implementations …
Iran Says U.S. Humiliated by Rejection of U.N. Arms Embargo Extension
Iran’s president said on Saturday the United States suffered a humiliating defeat with the U.N. Security Council’s refusal to extend an arms embargo on Tehran, while U.S. Secretary of State Mike …
India will provide ID cards that store all your medical data
India is about to make a big gamble on health data. The country has announced plans (via NDTV) to give every Indian a “Health ID” card that stores medical information like conditions and prescriptions …
Kemp Extends GA Virus Restrictions; Allows Limited Mask Mandates
Gov. Kemp’s order allows local governments to issue mask mandates on public property if they “meet specific health-related metrics.” …
Distressed Hotel Asset Sales in Thailand May Turn Into a Gold Mine for International Chains
Thai real estate developers with hospitality ventures are on the prowl as expectations mount that distressed hotel assets will be availablle.
How pandemic has turned into a wok in the park for Camile Thai founder Brody Sweeney
Brody Sweeney, the boss of Camile Thai, is feeling lucky — and guilty. The impact of Covid-19, which sucker-punched many food businesses across Ireland, has barely registered at his takeaway chain.
Pakistan on track of success, progress, says Sh Rashid
Railways Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmad said on Saturday that Pakistan was on road to success and progress under the leadership of Prime Minister Imran Khan. Addressing the press conference at the …
Pakistan major force in regional peace and prosperity: Yao Jing
Chinese Ambassador Yao Jing said at a webinar that Pakistan has established a respectful position for itself in the international community through making dedicated efforts to maintain regional peace …