Billionaire Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Group and U.S.-based BlackRock have received approval from India's markets regulator to start operations for their mutual fund business, the Indian company said ...
India and Pakistan’s drone battles mark new arms race in Asia
By Devjyot Ghoshal, Ariba Shahid, Shivam Patel NEW DELHI/ISLAMABAD (Reuters) -A little after 8:00 pm on May 8, red flares streaked through the night sky over the northern Indian city of Jammu as its ...
Japanese retailers like 3Coins capitalise on Hong Kong’s retail property slump to expand
Osaka-based 3Coins store to open in mid-July in Hysan Place; firm plans to sell Japanese grocery products and other items. ( read original story ...)
The Maldives: A Maturing Vacation Property Market
A new island resort in the Maldives by an accomplished hotel operator with the rare opportunity of property for sale has been unveiled this month. Luxury resort operators Soneva Group have set out ... ( read original story ...)
Gusmao confident Timor-Leste will join bloc by year-end
With most accession criteria met, Timor-Leste is aiming to wrap up its bid to join Asean by year-end, says Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gusmao. Read full story ... ( read original story ...)
Oman real estate market poised for growth amidst economic diversification
Muscat emerged as the most active real estate hub, benefitting from government-backed urban development project ... ( read original story ...)
Why Israeli developers are expanding abroad
Israeli entrepreneurs trying to avoid Israeli bureaucracy and delays have left a visible mark on foreign markets. Opinion. ( read original story ...)
North Korea’s Mount Kumgang nears UNESCO World Heritage designation
Mount Kumgang, one of North Korea’s most iconic natural landmarks, known for its seasonal landscapes, is on track to be added to the UNESCO World Heritage list. UNESCO said on May 27 that its advisory ... ( read original story ...)
North Korea says Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ reeks of ‘arrogance’
President Donald Trump has touted the missile defense system as a way to ward off threats from Russia, China and North Korea. Pyongyang sees offensive capability. ( read original story ...)
North Korea detains three officials after destroyer launch blunder
North Korea detains three officials after destroyer launch blunder - The North Korean leader has followed up on threats of revenge after watching a brand-new navy vessel keel over on its side in a nat ... ( read original story ...)