For America’s principled alliance of democracies against China to work, the constituents of the coalition need to be, well, democratic, writes Debasish Roy Chowdhury ... ( read original story ...)
Ashwin century and England wickets put India in total control
England slip to 53 for three and 428 behind as spinner follows his five for 43 with a century ... ( read original story ...)
Iran’s TPICO shares data on imports
President Aliyev raises Azerbaijani flag in liberated Lachin (VIDEO) Politics 00:08 Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva visit Lachin (VIDEO) Politics 00:07 First VP Mehriba ... ( read original story ...)
Are you in Hong Kong?
Here’s why you need an offshore bank account Home to many financial institutions, Hong Kong has long been recognised as a prime location for financial services. But amid the anti-government protests ... ( read original story ...)
The U.S. and Its Allies Must Ensure Taiwan Doesn’t Fall to Beijing
There are growing signs that a military crisis could erupt across the Taiwan Strait this year as China flexes its military muscle to strongarm Taipei into accepting unification. ASPI’s Peter ... ( read original story ...)
Bahrain’s economy to grow 3.3% this year, must cut public debt – IMF
Bahrain's economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic will be gradual, with growth projected at 3.3% this year after a 5.4% contraction in 2020, the International Monetary Fund said on Sunday. The ... ( read original story ...)
Mandatory hotel quarantine in Kuwait for all incoming passengers to begin next week
Kuwait’s decision to impose a mandatory seven-day institutional quarantine for all incoming flight passengers is set to begin on Sunday, February 21. As per the decision, the costs for the hotel ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Home Sales Exceed Two-Year High as Curbs May Loom
Singapore home sales rose to the highest in more than two years in January, with buyers rushing in amid speculation that the government may take steps to cool the market. Sales of new private ... ( read original story ...)
BCPG shrugs off Laos’ decision to delay power payment
Laos’ move to defer payments for its power consumption will not have a significant impact on BCPG, the company’s president Bundit Sapianchai said on Monday. ( read original story ...)
Dubai’s Emaar Properties posts 58% slump in net profit for 2020
Dubai developer Emaar Properties reported a net profit of Dhs2.617bn, against Dhs6.2bn achieved in 2019, slipping 57.8 per cent. Meanwhile, its revenue of Dhs19.710bn, also dipped 19.8 per cent, ... ( read original story ...)