Slow to adjust big-spending habits as oil revenues fall, the Gulf states are hurtling toward a moment of economic reckoning, prompting renewed debate over the future of nations ... ( read original story ...)
United States donates 200 ventilators to support Sri Lanka’s response to COVID-19
The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has donated 200 brand-new, state-of-the-art ventilators to Sri Lanka, delivering on President Trump’s offer ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore firms credit COVID-19 for clarifying digital transformation plans
Global pandemic also secured increased budget for 84% of the organisations' digital transformation efforts and resolved at least one barrier hindering 96% of these companies' digital transformation. ( read original story ...)
Malaysia Leader Maintains High Approval Rating on Virus Handling
The approval rating for Malaysia’s Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin remained high, as more than 90% of people were satisfied with how the government responded to the pandemic. ( read original story ...)
MILO celebrates 70 years of goodness in Malaysia
MILO, the iconic choco-malty beverage has captivated the hearts of Malaysians since 1950. This year, MILO is celebrating its 70th year in Malaysia in ... ( read original story ...)
UAE ministry launches next phase of innovation fund
The UAE’s Ministry of Finance (MoF) has launched the next phase of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund (MBRIF), which aims to manage and operate the fund and its programmes under one national ... ( read original story ...)
Jordan Cabinet okays amendments to 2020 Audit Bureau draft law
the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. The amendments provide the law with new mechanisms for monitoring the public money and detecting violations. The bill enhances the financial and administrative ... ( read original story ...)
Jordan’s ISSF invests in Bedaya Fund
Jordan-based ISSF (Innovative Startups and SMEs Fund) has invested in Abu Dhabi-based Shorooq Partner's Bedaya Fund. The amount ... ( read original story ...)
MFA: 300 Armenian families in Syria received financial assistance
The Armenian government has provided a financial assistance worth a total of 100 thousand USD to needy families residing in Syria, Spokeswoman at the foreign ministry Anna Naghdalyann told reporters ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore, South Korea to start fast lane for essential business and official travel on Friday
SINGAPORE - Singapore and South Korea have concluded a fast-lane arrangement which will allow for essential business and official travel between the two countries from Friday (Sept 4).. Read more at ... ( read original story ...)