Is it feasible for Singaporean investors to invest all foreign capital in Vietnam’s market? How much time is required to open a bank account, the duration from preparing the application dossier to …
BMCCI holds seminar on Land Laws in Bangladesh
Malaysia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BMCCI) has concluded its seventh LegalTalk seminar on “Land Laws in Bangladesh: How to Buy or Lease Property”.The seminar was held at the BMCCI secretariat …
This Southeast Asian City Should Be on Your Travel List — Known for Sunset River Cruises, Jungle Hikes, and Bustling Markets
In the ancient city of Luang Prabang, even popular spots feel intimate. Boats cruise the Mekong River — almost all head out around golden hour and cruise through twilight — yet it seems as if you’re …
Uzbek Human Rights: a work in progress
By Ben Aris in Tashkent Uzbekistan has long had a poor human rights image, but as part of the wide-ranging reforms introduced by Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, improving the country’s …
Wealth Of Thailand’s 50 Richest On Forbes List Rises Nearly 15% To US$173 Billion
With the economy boosted by the return of tourists, the combined wealth of tycoons on the 2023 Forbes list of Thailand’s 50 Richest rose nearly 15% to US$173 billion.
Philippines writes off debts for more than 600,000 farmers; govt aims to boost production with bold move
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr hassigned into law a reform measure that writes off about US$1.04 billion of debts owed by more than 600,000 farmers to help them boost production.
In world’s most expensive property market, homes for the dead can cost more than for the living
Starting at $53,000 for a space not much larger than a shoebox, it is a pricey place to stay, even in a city famed for the world’s most expensive property market.
China accuses US of turning Taiwan into a powder keg with its latest sales to self-governing island
China’s Defense Ministry accused the United States of turning Taiwan into a powder keg Wednesday with its latest sales of military …
Chinese spy balloons also spotted over Japan, Taiwan: report
Chinese spy balloons have been tracked over Japan and Taiwan after similar aircraft traversed the US earlier this year, according to a new report. Photos have captured apparent Chinese crafts …
Brunei country profile
The tiny state of Brunei has one of the world’s highest standards of living thanks to its bountiful oil and gas reserves. Members of the royal family, led by the head of state Sultan Hassanal …