BANGKOK, May 22 (Reuters) – The Thai government must take urgent action to tackle a migrant worker shortage that has compounded the economic strains brought about by elevated energy costs and put key …
Many foreign entrepreneurs desperate as Japan tightens ‘business manager’ visa rules
TOKYO — The Japanese Diet is debating tighter visa rules for foreign residents, while an amendment to the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition･･･ …
Responsible business conduct key to maintaining trade competitiveness, attracting investment: Commerce Minister
, May 19 — Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir on Tuesday said responsible business conduct is no longer optional but has become a critical prerequisite for maintaining trade competitiveness, …
Indonesia tightens control over key commodities in major trade takeover, influencing global exports
Indonesia is overhauling its trade policies for key commodities in a sudden move that some experts liken to a hostile takeover of major industries in the resource-rich nation.
Indonesia to ‘Listen to Market’ After Shock Commodity Plan
Indonesia is “listening very closely to the market” as it builds a body to oversee key commodity exports, according to Pandu Sjahrir, chief investment officer of sovereign wealth fund Danantara, after …
China cracks down on Tiger, Futu and Long Bridge for illegal cross-border stock trading
CSRC cracks down on three brokerages, as overseas stock demand rises on strong US tech earnings and easing Middle East tensions.
VAT on digital services: Sri Lanka’s entry into the global digital tax regime
Sri Lanka’s VAT Amendment Bill of April 2026 marks a watershed moment in the evolution of its indirect tax framework, with the introduction of a dedicated regime for taxing digital services supplied …
Sri Lanka one of the best countries for families to move in 2026
The research, conducted by digital financial services provider Remitly for the second year running, compared 82 popular migration destinations on 34 important factors to consider when moving to a new …
How to Achieve ‘Small Successes’ in Engaging with North Korea
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has adopted a quiet, cautious, and realistic approach to his country’s northern neighbor.
Greater Pacific Capital Announces Leadership Transition in India Business
Greater Pacific Capital (“GPC”), a leading UK-based private equity firm focused on investing in India, today announced a leadership transition in its India business.