Uzbekistan’s Central Bank of Uzbekistan has announced new exchange rates, which will be valid starting July 21, Trend reports with reference to the bank. The US dollar rate rose to 10,210 soum ... ( read original story ...)
The women-only bank that could help Afghanistan’s economy recover from coronavirus
In a country where women are shut off from work and finance the government hopes the new venture will lift families out of poverty ... ( read original story ...)
To finalize pending issues, Chabahar-Zahedan railway project waiting for Iran to appoint entity; details
In order to finalize the outstanding technical and financial issues that are related to the venture which was still awaited, India asserted that the Iranian side was to nominate an authorized entity. ( read original story ...)
Philippines, World Bank sign $370-M loan to speed up land distribution under agrarian reform program
The Philippines and World Bank last week signed a $370-million loan agreement meant to fast-track the distribution of about 1.4 million hectares of land to an estimated 750,000 farmers who are ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines, World Bank sign US$370mil loan agreement to support farmers
The Philippines and the World Bank have signed a US$370mil loan agreement for a project to support Filipino farmers, the country's Department of Finance (DOF) said on Monday. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s central bank sets up new team to research digital currencies
The Bank of Japan (BOJ), the country's central bank, has set up a new dedicated team to further study digital currencies.The post Japan's central bank sets up new team to research digital currencies ... ( read original story ...)
Bangladesh allows late-stage trial of China’s Sinovac COVID-19 vaccine
Bangladesh has approved the third-phase trial of a potential COVID-19 vaccine developed by China's Sinovac Biotech Ltd, officials said on Monday, as infections continue to rise in the ... ( read original story ...)
Changing Landscape of Financial Products Distribution in Indonesia: Ken Research
The following framework can be considered while expanding financial product offerings. Insurance Scenario in Indonesia with segmentation by Insurance type including Motor Insurance, Health Insurance & ... ( read original story ...)
Global banks scrutinize Hong Kong clients for pro-democracy ties: Sources
When asked about the scrutiny after it announced its half-year results on Monday, Julius Baer CEO Philipp Rickenbacher also declined to comment, adding the bank would continue to develop its business ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s stock market sees its future in Chinese tech
Hong Kong is launching a new Nasdaq-like technology index. It's a sign that the Asian financial hub, caught in a battle for its future between East and West — is prepared to embrace its role as a ... ( read original story ...)