One of two Muslims allowed to run for the ruling party in Buddhist-majority Myanmar's general election on Sunday, Sithu Maung, worries fake news on Facebook could damage his chances. ( read original story ...)
Why Myanmar’s election is unlikely to herald major political reform or support transition to democracy
The constitutional change needed to further democratise Myanmar is impossible without the military’s consent, so achieving major political transformation through the election alone seems unlikely. ( read original story ...)
Melvyn Pun explains why he left a career at Goldman Sachs to head a family-owned investment business in Myanmar
Yoma Strategic recently took a controlling stake in mobile-based financial services provider Wave Maker, now also backed by Ant Financial ... ( read original story ...)
Suu Kyi Set to Win Again Even as Myanmar’s Economic Dream Fades
When Myanmar began its transition to democracy from military rule in 2010, it came with grand aspirations to restore its long lost status as a vital player in the Asian economy. A decade later, with ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand set to sign RCEP trade deal
Thailand will attend the signing of the long-awaited Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) at the 37th Asean Summit under the chairmanship of Vietnam next week. It will be the first-ever ... ( read original story ...)
Izmir garrison recovers after earthquake in Turkey
LANDCOM's headquarters suffered cracks in plaster walls and ceilings from the Oct. 30 earthquake, but nothing unexpected. ( read original story ...)
8 non-traditional turkey recipes for a very 2020 Thanksgiving
Tired of the same old Thanksgiving turkey roasted in the oven 'til the skin turns a lovely golden brown? Even the popular fried turkey recipes have run their course. If you're really looking to spice ... ( read original story ...)
Filipino Envoy Puts the Philippines’ ‘3rd Foreign Policy Pillar’ On the Line
An ambassador’s alleged abuse of a domestic worker in Brazil threatens the nation’s reputation as a global leader on migrant worker issues. ( read original story ...)
Philippines confirms 1,594 new coronavirus cases, 42 more deaths
The Philippine health ministry on Thursday reported 1,594 novel coronavirus infections and 42 additional deaths. ( read original story ...)
Duterte ‘surprised’ by Philippines’ high ranking in global safety survey
President Rodrigo Duterte admitted surprise by the Philippines' high ranking in a recent study placing the country among the safest in the world. In his weekly address to the nation, Duterte said the ... ( read original story ...)