Indonesia's proactive response to the February 1 coup in Myanmar prompted a mixed reaction, with Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi cautiously applauded for moving swiftly to try and shape a ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. Companies in China Say Political Tensions Remain Top Concern
The pessimism comes despite 50% of respondents predicting the tone of the U.S.-China relationship would likely improve this year following the change in leadership in Washington. ( read original story ...)
In Iraq visit, pope calls on Christians to forgive, rebuild after Islamic State’s devastating reign
Pope Francis visited the wrecked shells of churches and met ecstatic crowds in the community’s historic heartland, which was nearly erased by the Islamic State group’s horrific reign. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s biggest listed companies fail to achieve gender parity
Not one of Hong Kong’s top listed companies has achieved gender parity in the boardroom, with the Asian financial hub so far behind global peers that as many white men sit on the boards of its biggest ... ( read original story ...)
Qatar calls beach volleyball bikini row ‘propaganda’
The organiser of a beach volleyball tournament in Qatar called a dispute over a dress code which would have banned bikinis "propaganda" ... ( read original story ...)
MGM Resorts International: MGM Positioned for U.S. Sports Betting Expansion, Macao Demand Recovery, and Japan Opportunity
Find the latest MGM Resorts International (MGM) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance ... ( read original story ...)
OPINION – Opportunities offered by Green Finance and Green Bonds to Hong Kong and Macau
As mentioned in my latest article, economic diversification is certainly a key component to reach a sustainable economic development. Diversification is very important for both Hong Kong and Macau ... ( read original story ...)
Former Qatar lobbyist joins Biden White House as Susan Rice aide
President Biden has hired a former career diplomat and Obama White House veteran who lobbied on behalf of Qatar, a U.S. ally with ties to Iran. ( read original story ...)
Phoenix Tower International Signs Agreement with Monaco Telecom to Own and Operate Tower Sites Across Malta and Cyprus
Phoenix Tower International ("Phoenix") and Monaco Telecom today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to purchase over 815 wireless towers and acquire newly constructed wireless towers over ... ( read original story ...)
Oman signs $2.16bn infrastructure deals
Investments include airport expansion and new highways ... ( read original story ...)