Vietnam is projected to post the fastest tourism growth in the Asia-Pacific region in 2027, with foreign arrivals expected to jump by 31.2% to 27.8 million, according to the Pacific Asia Travel ...
Vietnam’s industrial parks must evolve to attract global tech giants
Experts at the Vietnam Industrial Park Summit 2026 called for a fundamental overhaul of the country's industrial park model to support long-term industrial growth.
Bangladesh highlights climate resilience, innovation at UN sustainable forum
Bangladesh has highlighted climate resilience, water security, innovation-driven industrialisation and skills development as key priorities for achieving ...
Indian diplomat objects to ‘incorrect’ map of India in Bangladesh
An Indian diplomat in Dhaka objected to an incorrect depiction of Jammu and Kashmir, reaffirming it as an integral and inalienable part of India during a regional seminar.
Indonesia’s anti-graft prosecutor quits after police seize gold and cash
Police seized 74kg of gold bars and $20m cash in various currencies.
At Indonesia’s sharia frontier, 21 lashes for a TikTok kiss ‘is our right’
Caning in Aceh uses a thin rattan cane and is carried out over clothing while the perpetrator stands or kneels before the algojo, who wears a hooded robe to protect their anonymity. All algojo are ...
UAE real estate emerges as world’s top long-term investment hub amid resilient, data-backed growth
The UAE's real estate market has been one of the standout growth stories of recent years. Record transaction volumes, rising property values, and strong international demand have helped position the ... ( read original story ...)
China’s property crisis explained: Two decades of real estate gains wiped out; what Indian homebuyers should know
China's property crisis: India's young population, can support long-term housing demand but is a 'safety net, not a fail-safe,' say experts ... ( read original story ...)
Cyprus pitches stability and growth as seven international investors honoured
Cyprus is seeking to turn its economic performance, political stability and growing international ties into further foreign investment, President Nikos Christodoulides said this week, as seven ...
Singapore is world’s top maritime centre for 13th consecutive year
The ISCDI Report, published on July 10, gave the Republic a score of 99.32 out of 100. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.