The protection of intellectual property rights is key to transforming the country into “Smart Bangladesh,” according to Telecom Minister Mustafa Jabbar.
The big land rush is back in India
Property sales have been good, prices are rising and developers are upbeat about demand. They are actively buying land again.
One&Only Reethi Rah partners with Missoni Resort Club
One&Only Reethi Rah, the ultra-luxury all-villa resort in the Maldives, is set to add to their oasis of turquoise hues with the artistic energy and prints of the iconic Missoni-style starting on …
Judge to decide on MEP’s detention in Qatar corruption scandal
Lawyers for Eva Kaili, the Greek MEP detained in connection with an alleged bribery scheme at the European parliament, have asked a Belgian judge to release her under electronic surveillance. A …
HDB investigating ‘vacant’ BTO flats listed for sale on property portals; 53 such cases since 2017
Of these, 21 owners had their flats compulsorily acquired by the HDB, while the rest were issued fines or warnings. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Lebanon’s financial pains eased by remittances over holidays
They have now become a lifeline for families back home who receive remittances from abroad and cash brought in suitcases during holiday visits. Three-quarters of the population is now plunged into …
Jordan’s truckers struggle to get by, sparking protests, violence
The deaths of four police officers highlight the issue of fuel protests, but Jordan’s problems are much deeper.
Gloomy outlook for construction, realty
The Covid-19 crisis – which started to wreak havoc globally in late 2019 – coupled with heightened geopolitical risks and the Ukraine conflict, continues to place considerable strain on economic …
Jumbo opens first franchised outlet in Cambodia
FOOD and beverage (F&B) operator Jumbo Group on Thursday (Dec 22) announced that it has opened its first franchised outlet in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Read more at The Business Times.
Hong Lai Huat says FY2022 ‘posed huge challenge’ to its Cambodia business
That said, the group says the main construction work for its second mixed-use project is on schedule” to be completed in FY2023.