Two businessmen living in Singapore since 2021 have been placed on the wanted list in China for their involvement in a cross-border online gambling syndicate. ( read original story ...)
Israel moves into north Gaza Hamas stronghold, pounds Rafah without advancing
Israel's tanks pushed into the heart of Jabalia in northern Gaza on Thursday, facing anti-tank rockets and mortar bombs from militants concentrated there, while in the south, its forces pounded Rafah ... ( read original story ...)
Moody’s upgrades Cambodia outlook to stable
Moody's Ratings has upgraded its outlook for the Government of Cambodia from negative to stable and affirmed its B2 long-term issuer rating. In a statement released in Singapore on May 16, Moody’s ... ( read original story ...)
Property sector to continue upswing
The property market is expected to continue its positive trajectory into the second half of the year, especially in light of the constructive developments in Johor and declining overhang. ( read original story ...)
Is Saudi Arabia a new global hotspot for property investment?
Baccarat Residences, Diriyah will be one of a number of luxury living experiences offered by the Diriyah project as it tries to become one of the most sought-after residential districts in the Riyadh ... ( read original story ...)
China envoy urges respect for Iraqi sovereignty, calls for regional stability
Geng also stressed the importance of addressing the issue of missing Kuwaiti personnel and property, encouraging ongoing support from the international community and the UN to help Iraq and Kuwait ... ( read original story ...)
S. Korea updates term for ‘cultural property’ after 6 decades
South Korea will use the term "national heritage" instead of "cultural property," a term that had been in use for more than 60 years, as a new law came into force Friday. Under the new Framework Act ... ( read original story ...)
Yoon launches Korea Heritage Service to promote national heritage globally
President Yoon Suk Yeol launched the renamed government agency for cultural heritage matters on Friday, saying the focus will expand from preserving cultural assets to further developing and spreading ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea to Ban Direct Overseas Purchases of Uncertified Products
SEOUL, May 17 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korea will prohibit direct overseas purchases of products without safety certifications for 80 items that could potentially affect public health and safety, the ... ( read original story ...)
China cuts rates, could buy up commercial housing to boost property market
A top Chinese economic official said Friday the state could buy up commercial real estate in a bid to boost the country's ailing housing market, currently battling an unprecedented debt crisis.And in a bid to boost the ailing market and ensure millions of unused homes go to those in need of housing, ( read original ...