GazaThe first group of wounded Palestinians from the conflict-ridden Gaza Strip has arrived in Baghdad to receive treatment at Iraqi hospitals, the country's health ministry said in a statement.A total of 27 patients injured in the Israel-Gaza war and with chronic diseases,
Could Thailand Become the Next Electric Vehicle Powerhouse?
Thailand is rapidly developing its EV industry, attracting investment from global automakers due to low-cost production, government incentives, and a strong existing auto manufacturing base.
Bangladesh Seeks Extradition of Key Suspect in MP Anar’s Murder
Bangladesh Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan announced collaborative efforts with India, Nepal, and the US to extradite businessman Akhtaruzzaman Shahin, the key suspect in parliamentarian Anwarul Azim Anar's murder.
Non-Bank Financial Institutions in Bangladesh: Unsung Financial Heroes
Though less recognized than banks, Non-Bank Financial Institutions (NBFIs) have played a crucial role in shaping Bangladesh’s economic landscape, acting as essential sources of lending and borrowing for the past four decades.
The boats have (almost) stopped; but Indonesia’s people smugglers are thriving?
From 300 boat arrivals in 2013 to four last year. Yet the business of putting refugees on boats in Indonesia still appears to be thriving.
India games arcade fire kills 22
At least 22 people have died in a “massive fire” at a games arcade in India, local officials say. Several victims are reported to be children, according to local media. Flames and a huge pall of smoke could be seen rising into the sky at the building in Rajkot, in the western state of Gujarat.
US ‘deeply concerned’ over China military drills in Taiwan Strait, State Dept says
The U.S. State Department said on Saturday that the United States was "deeply concerned" over China's military drills in the Taiwan Strait and around Taiwan, and strongly urged it to act with restraint.
BEYOND EXPO 2024 | EV batteries, solar power hold big potential for net zero
The comments come as global climate finance has been stuck in a slow growth gear for several years, reflecting investors’ relatively low sentiment and gloomy prospects.
Hong Kong’s finance chief goes on charm offensive in Paris with Greater Bay Area delegation
Financial Secretary Paul Chan invites VivaTech, Europe’s biggest tech exhibition, and a leading concert hall to Hong Kong ...
Maldives seeks funding to battle rising sea levels
The Maldives is liable for just 0.003 percent of global emissions, but is one of the first countries to endure the existential consequences of the climate crisis,” President Mohamed Muizzu wrote in ...