Analysis
Economic policy continuity in Indonesia seen after 2024 presidential polls: report
The unofficial count showed Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto has secured more than 50% of the vote.
Only 8% of the world’s population reside in a ‘full democracy’: report
The state of global democracy declined in 2023, the EIU reported.
Vietnam to digitalise national database
The approved National Data Strategy aims to handle all of the country’s administrative procedures online by 2030.
Vietnam health ministry proposes overhaul of insurance law
Amendments and provisions to Vietnam’s Law on Health Insurance are said to take effect on 1 January 2025.
Geopolitics, elections top list of risks for commodities in 2024: report
It will be impacted by the wars in the Middle East, Ukraine and upcoming elections in many countries.
China’s city governments face debt trap risks: report
It would be a mistake for city governments to use more debt to stimulate the economy, S&P Global Ratings said.
Exclusives
Exclusives
ITF eyes deeper cooperation with Southeast Asian countries
International Transport Forum director-general aims to tap Singapore for being a ‘global role model.’
Availability, not price, is hindering adoption of sustainable aviation fuel — IATA
IATA’s Conrad Clifford urges governments to incentivise production of SAF and cites Singapore as a shining example for setting up a sustainable aviation hub.
Asia poised to be the center of the E2W revolution
China may account for 53% of sales of electric two-wheelers (E2W) in 2021, but India and Indonesia are fast-growing markets.
Transport think tank presents ways for PH to decarbonise freight transport system
ITF’s recommendations, coupled with PH policies, may halve the freight sector’s carbon emissions by 2050.
What can other governments learn from Singapore’s pandemic policies
It implemented measures to support businesses including covering 75% of the employees’ wages.
What businesses can expect under new HK leadership
Chief Executive John Lee’s handling of the quarantine measures raises concern about his plans to regain Hong Kong’s global competitive hub status.
Analysis
Economic policy continuity in Indonesia seen after 2024 presidential polls: report
The unofficial count showed Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto has secured more than 50% of the vote.
Only 8% of the world’s population reside in a ‘full democracy’: report
The state of global democracy declined in 2023, the EIU reported.
Vietnam to digitalise national database
The approved National Data Strategy aims to handle all of the country’s administrative procedures online by 2030.
Vietnam health ministry proposes overhaul of insurance law
Amendments and provisions to Vietnam’s Law on Health Insurance are said to take effect on 1 January 2025.
Geopolitics, elections top list of risks for commodities in 2024: report
It will be impacted by the wars in the Middle East, Ukraine and upcoming elections in many countries.
China’s city governments face debt trap risks: report
It would be a mistake for city governments to use more debt to stimulate the economy, S&P Global Ratings said.
Exclusives
ITF eyes deeper cooperation with Southeast Asian countries
International Transport Forum director-general aims to tap Singapore for being a ‘global role model.’
Availability, not price, is hindering adoption of sustainable aviation fuel — IATA
IATA’s Conrad Clifford urges governments to incentivise production of SAF and cites Singapore as a shining example for setting up a sustainable aviation hub.
Asia poised to be the center of the E2W revolution
China may account for 53% of sales of electric two-wheelers (E2W) in 2021, but India and Indonesia are fast-growing markets.
Transport think tank presents ways for PH to decarbonise freight transport system
ITF’s recommendations, coupled with PH policies, may halve the freight sector’s carbon emissions by 2050.
What can other governments learn from Singapore’s pandemic policies
It implemented measures to support businesses including covering 75% of the employees’ wages.
What businesses can expect under new HK leadership
Chief Executive John Lee’s handling of the quarantine measures raises concern about his plans to regain Hong Kong’s global competitive hub status.
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Cities and data driving economic opportunities in our communities: KPMG’s Michael Camerlengo
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Commentary
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