Kathmandu, June 17 — Kathmandu entrepreneur Paru Ghimire runs her clothing business almost entirely through digital payments.
Iraq’s FTTH Internet Providers to Raise Speeds by 20%
By John Lee. Internet speeds for subscribers on fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) networks are to be increased by 20% at no additional cost, following an agreement reached between the ministry and …
Paris Meetings to Boost Iraq Private Sector Ties
By John Lee. Two economic meetings have taken place in Paris between a delegation of Iraqi companies and representatives of the French employers’ association Mouvement des Enterprises de France (MEDEF …
South Korean business group urges power market reform
S. Korea’s business lobby called for electricity market reform, saying AI data centers, renewables and energy storage require real-time pricing.
Iran will reopen the Strait of Hormuz and can sell oil freely under deal with the US, officials say
The accord, due to be signed in Switzerland on Friday, also envisions Iran receiving at least $300 billion to rebuild after the war.
Vietnam proposes $4.8 billion tax and land rent payment extension for 2026
A new draft decree would allow businesses, households and individual entrepreneurs to defer tax and land rent payments, easing financial pressures and improving cash flow.
BGMEA calls for state backing as Bangladesh garment export growth slows
The BGMEA “broadly” welcomes the proposed Bangladesh National Budget for 2026-27, noting it “is people-oriented and business-friendly”.
South Korea startup program draws 63,000, faces scrutiny
South Korea’s new startup program drew 63,000 applicants but faces criticism over inconsistent reviews and inadequate protection of business ideas.
Former American businessman detained in Myanmar after alleged financial misconduct
The former president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar has been detained upon his return to Yangon after the organization said it was looking into suspicious financial transactions by …
Thai industrial sentiment falls for the third straight month
Thailand’s industrial sentiment index dropped for a third straight month in May due to the impact of the war in the Middle East, slowing production and a shortage of labour, the Federation of …