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 ...)
UK to make changes to extradition treaty with Hong Kong
Raab said Sunday it can no longer be “business as usual ... already criticized China’s decision to impose a sweeping new national security law on Hong Kong. The UK has accused the Beijing government ... ( read original story ...)
Alibaba-backed Ant Group to go public in Shanghai, Hong Kong
HONG KONG (AP) - Ant Group ... green and sustainable," the company said in a statement. AP Business Writer Joe McDonald in Beijing contributed to this report. ( read original story ...)
U.K. Set to Halt Hong Kong Extradition Pact in Ugly China Fight
The top diplomat has dropped a heavy hint the U.K. will suspend its extradition treaty with Hong Kong, a former colony it handed back to China in 1997. The move would mark a further diplomatic ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Export Orders Rise In June
(RTTNews) - Taiwan's export orders rose at a faster-than-expected rate in June, figures from the Ministry of Economic Affairs showed on Monday. ( read original story ...)