The fusion of political power with business interests poses serious risks to our democracy, economy, and social fabric. Read full story …
Malaysia’s Daim Zainuddin, reformist ex-finance minister, dies at 86
The 86-year-old, who was credited with investor-friendly policies and privatisation of state-owned firms under former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, died at a hospital on the outskirts of Kuala …
Starbucks Malaysia operator reports net loss of RM33.7mil in 1Q
Berjaya Food Bhd (BFood) reported a net loss of RM33.7mil in the first quarter ended Sept 30, from a net profit of RM19.03mil a year ago.
Turkey eyes BRICS partnership, raising West’s concerns
Turkey was offered to become a partner country from the BRICS organization, which might affect its relations with NATO. According to Business Insider, Turkish Trade Minister Omer Bolat confirmed that …
Vietnam’s FPT to receive first large-scale shipment of more than 1,000 Nvidia AI chips in December
HO CHI MINH CITY] Vietnam’s software and telecommunications giant FPT is set to receive the first large-scale shipment of Nvidia chips this December to begin providing artificial intelligence (AI) …
Philippines Marcos’ says he will not block ICC if ex-president Duterte wants to be investigated
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Thursday his government would not block the International Criminal Court (ICC) if former leader Rodrigo Duterte wants to be investigated for alleged …
Japan refiners maintain profitability in H1, outperform Asian rivals
Net income at Japanese oil refiners fell in the first half of their fiscal year, but they maintained profitability and outperformed their South Korean rivals as strong domestic margins shielded them …
As Dhaka cosies up to Pak, cargo ship from Karachi arrives at Bangladesh port
A cargo ship from Karachi docked at Chattogram port, inaugurating the first direct maritime link between Pakistan and Bangladesh. This move by Bangladesh’s interim government signals a strengthening …
How TikTok saved its ecommerce business in Indonesia
A year ago, TikTok’s ecommerce business in Indonesia was thriving. With its viral videos, TikTok had become a worldwide phenomenon, and it was translating its influence into a powerful new revenue …
Competitive Advantages Of Chinese And Indian Family Businesses
I believe the emergence of a focus on family business and clans within Chinese and Indian businesses deserves careful study.