Oman’s supreme committee responsible for Covid-19 has ordered a two-week night curfew to curb a rise in infections. The nationwide curfew will run from 8pm to 5am and be in place from October 11 to …
Singapore firms in aviation, construction struggle to get loans amid credit tightening
Loan brokers say firms in the worst-hit industries such as aviation and construction are finding it harder to get funds amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
Lebanon’s outgoing PM rejects end to subsidies amid crisis
BEIRUT (AP) — Lebanon’s outgoing prime minister on Friday adamantly rejected any move to end subsidies of goods in the crisis-hit country, warning it would lead to a “social explosion” as the central …
Sri Lankan leader insists Chinese-funded projects are viable
Sri Lanka’s president has asked a delegation led by a senior Chinese diplomat to assist him in disproving a perception that China-funded megaprojects are “debt traps” aimed at gaining influence in loc …
Credit Moon’s efforts for N. Korea’s contrition
Moon pursues a steady, responsible course. His numerous critics have yet to propose a persuasive alternative approach.
From Bali to Nepal, the human impact of tourism’s collapse and what is being done to help
Guides, porters and armies of tourism-sector support workers from Nepal to Tanzania are facing financial ruin.
How the Iran-Iraq war will shape the region for decades to come
Forty years ago, a major war between Iran and Iraq set the stage for far-reaching and lasting regional dynamics.
1000th business traveller from South Korea arrives in Chennai since COVID-19 lockdown
The Consulate General of Republic of Korea arranged landing of charter flights and movement of Korean businessmen and engineers to south India whenever necessary …
1,000th business traveller from Korea arrives in city since lockdown
The 1,000th business traveller from Korea arrived here on Friday since the COVID-19 lockdown was enforced in March, the Deputy Consul General of the Republic of Korea H Y Lee said on Friday.
Parañaque among ‘most business-friendly’ in Metro Manila
The City of Parañaque was again recognized by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) among the 2020 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Units in Metro Manila during the 46th …