Earlier this week, the government of Pakistan projected the deficit at 9.1% for the outgoing year. It had set the original deficit target at 7.1% before the Covid-19 outbreak. “Pakistan’s fiscal ... ( read original story ...)
In the interest of the people
In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, what the government needs is revenue to ensure the wellbeing of the people and nudge back the economy. And we know that the impact of the pandemic is going to ... ( read original story ...)
Six parliamentary candidates detained in Mongolia
The Mongolian authorities have recently detained six parliamentary candidates amid the ongoing campaign for the upcoming parliamentary elections, according to local reports. Four of the detained ... ( read original story ...)
Mega tourism projects in Oman progressing well: report
The focus of the authorities in 2020 will be to continue facilitating the design and construction phases of the current mega projects ... ( read original story ...)
‘Vile regime’: Trump attempts to pry Assad from power in Syria with sanctions
Syrian President Bashar Assad has been inching toward claiming victory in a brutal nine-year civil war, with the main rebel and jihadi forces holed up in a single province along the Turkish border. ( read original story ...)
Sri Lankan asparagus farmer puts down roots in Nara village
As her operation has grown, Udara Kametani has been able to provide fresh produce to around 50 stores around the Kansai region. ( read original story ...)
Macau govt issues contactless prepaid payment cards produced by G+D Mobile Security
The Macau government has issued contactless prepaid payment cards pre-loaded with credit. The cards were produced by G+D Mobile Security, and are expected to reduce the negative economic impact of the ... ( read original story ...)
Harboring Hong Kong ‘Rioters’ Will Harm Taiwan, China Says
Offering protection to "rioters" from Hong Kong will only harm Taiwan's people and is an interference in the Chinese-ruled city's affairs, China's government said, denouncing plans by Taiwan to help ... ( read original story ...)
A taste of the Maldives: Transport to the tropics with this vodka & elderflower cocktail
THE MALDIVES is a much loved holiday destination for those seeking sun, sea and sand. Though travel may be on hold for now, this tropical vodka cocktail will transport you to a beach with just one sip ... ( read original story ...)
Over 50% Bahrain construction, real estate firms see closure risk: survey
Businesses in Bahrain have expressed wide concern over the economic implications of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic with 55 per cent of the real estate and construction firms expecting closure in the ... ( read original story ...)