B rits planning on travelling to three countries have been warned to check the updated advice by officials. The countries of Peru, Mongolia and Dominica have all had their travel advice updated by the …
Singapore Is in the Midst of A Luxury Hotel Boom
There’s never been a better time to visit what one director calls “Asia for beginners,” with its delectable food scene and cinematic attractions.
Akayev says he will retire in Kyrgyzstan
A self-exiled deposed president of Kyrgyzstan, Askar Akayev, has revealed in an interview that he plans to return to his home country following his retirement. Speaking to Russia’s TASS news agency, …
‘The Grand Walawwa’ Historic retreat in Kegalle
Set in a private five acre natural habitat in Kegalle, just five minutes’ drive from the bustling city Centre, ‘The Grand Walawwa’ is a newly reopened 1925 Colonial bungalow, redeveloped and expanded …
As Middle East’s petro kingdom strengthens ties with Aston Martin… Saudi’s UK investment drive goes full throttle
There seems to be no sign that the flow of Saudi cash will stop pouring in. The country has benefited from the surge in global oil prices after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Raffles, Bonds and Crypto Are Funding Myanmar’s Armed Resistance
Groups pushing back against the junta’s rule are finding ever more clever and high-tech ways of bankrolling their fight …
Vietnam-Singapore trade and investment likely to flourish
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 …