According to a bond prospectus, Oman has begun talks with some Gulf countries for financial support. “I don’t think this will actually be taken into consideration by investors unless there is ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore-Hong Kong travel bubble: tourists could spend US$600 on four Covid-19 tests
When news of the Singapore-Hong Kong travel bubble broke last week, Tan Wei Sheng rushed to book a December flight to the city before pent-up demand sent prices surging. The cost of his business class ... ( read original story ...)
UK Export Finance has scope to support solar projects in Azerbaijan – Baroness Nicholson
Azerbaijani FM holds phone coversation with President of International Turkic Academy Politics 19 October 22:49 Our losses sadden me most of all, what pleases me most of all is unbreakable will of ... ( read original story ...)
Thai protests inspire Laos criticism
Laos, one of Asia’s poorest countries, faces a financial crunch because of the coronavirus pandemic and a heavy debt load that has led rating agencies to downgrade it this year. ( read original story ...)
Azerbaijan Culture Ministry appeals to UNESCO
First Deputy Minister of Culture, Acting Minister of Culture Anar Karimov has appealed to UNESCO Director-General Odre Azuley. ( read original story ...)
‘Shameful’: Palestinians slam UAE delegation visit to Israel
The arrival of a United Arab Emirates delegation in Israel has been slammed as “shameful” by Palestinian officials. The delegation – UAE’s first official visit to Israel – was welcomed by Israeli ... ( read original story ...)
CSE approves Softlogic Finance Rs 1.9Bn Rights Issue
Softlogic Finance PLC received Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) approval for its Rights Issue of Rs 1.9 billion and the Extraordinary General Meeting of the Company is fixed for 9th November 2020, with ... ( read original story ...)
Kazakhstan’s improved financial system shows value during COVID-related crisis, says IMF
Azerbaijani FM holds phone coversation with President of International Turkic Academy Politics 19 October 22:49 Our losses sadden me most of all, what pleases me most of all is unbreakable will of ... ( read original story ...)
CSE approves Softlogic Finance Rs 1.9Bn Rights Issue
Softlogic Finance PLC received Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) approval for its Rights Issue of Rs 1.9 billion and the Extraordinary General Meeting of the Company is fixed for 9th November 2020, with ... ( read original story ...)
Sri Lanka debates expanded powers for President Rajapaksa
The Sri Lankan Parliament is deciding whether to pass a constitutional amendment that reinstates presidential powers critics say will allow the executive to centralize control of government. ( read original story ...)