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India faces likely growth in consumption amidst GST reform
Lower prices set to boost demand in sectors like pharmaceuticals and car manufacturing.
6 days ago
India faces likely growth in consumption amidst GST reform
Lower prices set to boost demand in sectors like pharmaceuticals and car manufacturing.
6 days ago
Singapore scam cases fall 21% in first half of 2025
Victims lost about $16.6m (S$21.3m) in total.
6 days ago
Social media apps in Nepal get banned over failed registration
Losses feared in telco sector as a result of big government move.
Government announces new farming innovation investment in the UK
Backing to further support research and development in agricultural technology.
New law to ease entry into internet service industry in PH
Legislation to address issues of prohibitive cost and poor connectivity.
Government-linked firms gain strong support in Asian economies
State backing makes GREs central to Asia’s stability.
Governance reforms bring Pakistan over $2b
UK-backed programme worked closely with provincial governments.
Businesses in Japan set to face increased minimum wage for workers
Proposed adjustment the biggest in over two decades.
Reforms offer better growth prospects to top securities firms in South Korea
Opportunities include revenue diversification via Investment Management Account.
Philippines rolls out zero-balance billing in government hospitals
Patients will no longer have to pay for basic accommodation services.
UN member states obligated to protect the environment, World Court rules
Countries to incur legal responsibility if obligations are breached.
LKYSPP urges ASEAN to lead with 5G-AI national strategies
5G could add US$130b to Asia-Pacific by 2030, but uneven adoption may widen disparities.
New scheme to increase supply of student hostels in Hong Kong
Government streamlines procedures to facilitate conversion of commercial buildings.
Why red tape is holding governments back—and how to fix it
Excessive bureaucracy can undermine mission outcomes and delay project execution.
Governments see AI's potential, but lag in deployment
58% believe the public sector needs to hasten the pace of adoption.
Australian gov’t to establish new Bundaberg Hospital in Queensland
The facility will have 410 hospital beds.
Vietnam updates insurance law with guidance on lump-sum payouts
It also clarifies the entitlement to retirement and survivorship benefits.
