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Government study finds 'significant room to improve' in Canada

Research examined residents' experience with government at both the federal and provincial levels.
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Government study finds 'significant room to improve' in Canada

Research examined residents' experience with government at both the federal and provincial levels.
3 days ago

WBCSD outlines plan to close emissions gap

Under the Paris Agreement, 50% of global emissions must be reduced by 2030.

Singapore-India corridor may spur green fuel bunkering

The digital side of the deal could improve port operations.

Hong Kong relaxes info-sharing in banks’ anti-fraud push

The changes let banks share more information without fear of liability.

UK supports maritime industry with upcoming hub

Innovators to benefit from dedicated services.

UK to implement new identity verification rule for company directors

November rollout part of major changes to Companies House.

French government collapses again after nine months

Experts divided on potential impact on businesses.

NZ government looks to add 5k people to creative sector by 2030

New industry strategy includes focus on cultural exports.

China sets 2027 target to include major sectors in carbon trading

Only power generators are currently part of the Chinese carbon market.

Singapore tightens patent rules to boost innovation clarity

With fewer free claims, patents are likely to be shorter and easier to interpret.

US executive order on competition gets revoked

New antitrust enforcement said to remove barriers to innovation.

South Korea to stimulate businesses via 'market-oriented' government

New leader promises to support corporate activity as part of growth targets.

Online platforms in China face new tax reporting rules

Change said to be aimed at ensuring level playing field.

Government investment funds key to China's industrial plan: S&P Global

Country expected to lean on private equity to fuel industrial upgrading.

What leadership looks like in the public sector

Successful programmes often lead to budget cuts instead of recognition.

Vietnam's amended corporate income tax law marks 'major shift'

Revised taxation welcomed but raises potential for increased liabilities.

Space sector offers ‘powerful synergies’, new opportunities to governments

Market in Asia and Oceania the second biggest region after North America.