South Korea says a government official slain by North Korean sailors wanted to defect, concluding that the man, who had gambling debts, swam against unfavorable currents with the help of a life jacket ... ( read original story ...)
China and world at risk of financial turmoil greater than 2008 crisis, ex-finance minister warns
Extent of China’s V-shaped economic recovery will ultimately depend on the performance of the global economy, and the ongoing wave of anti-globalisation is cause for alarm in the near-term, Lou Jiwei ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan, Afghanistan shake hands as they aim to end mistrust
“We cannot afford to pursue business as usual. We need fresh approaches and our people demand it of us.” Afghanistan and Pakistan have routinely accused each other of allowing safe havens for armed ... ( read original story ...)
Afghanistan thanks Pakistan for facilitation of Afghan peace process
Chairman of the Afghan High Council for National Reconciliation (HCNR) Dr Abdullah Abdullah addresses at the Institute of Strategic Studies. Photo: Twitter/Dr Abdullah Chairman of the Afghan High ... ( read original story ...)
Bomb blast in Central Afghanistan kills 15 people
At least 15 people were killed in a bomb explosion in the central Afghan province of Daykundi, a spokesman for the interior ministry, Tariq Arian, said on Tuesday. "A landmine, which was planted by ... ( read original story ...)
Yoma’s Serge Pun sees surge in domestic tourism in Myanmar
Serge Pun of Yoma Strategic Holdings says the rise of domestic tourism in Myanmar has come as a surprise, with hotels in its portfolio having better occupancy rates than before the coronavirus ... ( read original story ...)
Myanmar tycoon’s bold ambitions to build more than 2000 mini solar plants despite Covid-19
Serge Pun of Yoma Strategic Holdings expresses his desire to be a "major player" in the solar and renewable energy sector. ( read original story ...)
Thailand works to reopen for investors and tourists next year
Thailand is making plans to reopen the country for foreign tourists and investors early next year, expecting them to help reenergize an economy made lackluster by the coronavirus pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Trump administration considering new sanctions on Iran’s financial sector
The Trump administration is considering fresh sanctions to sever Iran’s economy from the outside world except in limited circumstances, by targeting more than a dozen banks and labeling the entire ... ( read original story ...)
As Europe Weakens, Turkey Is on the Rise
What is happening in the Mediterranean is not only a conflict between Greece and Turkey — it is also a European problem. ( read original story ...)