The Singapore stock market has climbed higher in two straight sessions, advancing more than 65 points or 2.4 percent along the way. ( read original story ...)
A Syrian refugee founded a cleaning service in Turkey that’s offering jobs to other refugees
Refugees in Turkey face frequent discrimination and often have trouble finding work. The cleaning service A Clean Start is trying to change that. ( read original story ...)
Trump orders the Pentagon to pull thousands of US troops out of Iraq and Afghanistan
By Jan. 15, 2021, there will be 2,500 troops in Iraq and 2,500 in Afghanistan, a reduction of thousands of US military personnel. ( read original story ...)
The remaking of Myanmar
First, the Government of Myanmar must ensure conditions are in place for the voluntary, safe and dignified return of close to a million Rohingya refugees living in Bangladesh. The Rohingya community ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand to Hold Rate as Spending, Baht in Focus: Decision Guide
Thailand’s central bank is set to keep benchmark interest rates unchanged at a record low as the focus on reviving the economy shifts toward fiscal policy and stemming a recent rally in the currency. ( read original story ...)
Bangladesh gets $256.5m Green Climate Fund
Bangladesh has received $256.5 million from the global Green Climate Fund to promote private sector investment through large scale adoption of energy-efficient technologies in the textile and garment ... ( read original story ...)
AirAsia flags cash drain in India after Japan unit goes bust
Our businesses in Japan and India have been draining cash, causing the Group much financial stress," Bo Lingam, president of airlines at AirAsia Group, said in a statement on its website. “Cost ... ( read original story ...)
Business Roundtable Chief Urges Biden to Ease Trump’s Tariffs on China
The head of the influential trade group of the nation’s largest companies says the move could be part of a new round of trade negotiations between the U.S. and China. ( read original story ...)
Azerbaijan presidential couple tour territories recaptured from Armenians
Azerbaijan's presidential couple have made a triumphant tour of the territories recaptured from Armenian forces in fierce clashes over the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region that ended in Yerevan's ... ( read original story ...)
Azerbaijan leader tours recaptured territory in Nagorno-Karabakh region
Azerbaijan's presidential couple have publically toured territories recaptured from Armenian forces. Our goal is to create a safe and engaging place for users to connect over interests and passions. ( read original story ...)