Exclusives
Indonesia fights for fair trade access
It is battling technical trade barriers imposed by India and strict deforestation rules in Europe.
Indonesia fights for fair trade access
It is battling technical trade barriers imposed by India and strict deforestation rules in Europe.
Gender gap inches forward, but progress remains slow
In Asia, only the Philippines and Singapore entered the top 50.
Infrastructure development in Bay of Bengal faces funding hurdles
ADB finds promise in BIMSTEC Master Plan for Transport Connectivity, but raises caution on financing challenges.
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.
