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New consumer finance rules in China may pose risk to lenders: Fitch Ratings
Credit rating agency warns against possible decline in underwriting standards.
New consumer finance rules in China may pose risk to lenders: Fitch Ratings
Credit rating agency warns against possible decline in underwriting standards.
Local and regional governments in China, India top indebtedness in emerging markets
Gross borrowing by emerging markets LRGs forecast to reach new high in 2025.
Singapore and India to cooperate on maritime digitalisation and decarbonisation
Authorities from both countries have signed a letter of intent for the cooperation.
SG gov’t adopts colour-coded price tags for mixed rice
This will increase price transparency and help consumers to make informed choices.
HK’s government-related entities seek growth despite property slump
S&P Global Ratings examines reliance on property income amidst weak business conditions.
Singapore launches digital twin to boost port efficiency
Singapore announced the official launch of the Maritime Digital Twin—a dynamic, real-time virtual model of the Port of Singapore.
Gender-blind policies fail to address women’s climate needs
Governments are urged to adopt inclusive, gender-responsive climate policies.
Digital tech to reshape senior housing with AI, telemedicine: expert
AI is also being used to improve workforce management, helping optimise staffing levels and reduce labor costs.
Governments to prioritise energy affordability and security
Certain challenges are driving politicians to connect energy policy with economics and security.
High-severity cyber incidents drop threefold in government sector: report
This contrasts with the food, IT, telecom, and industrial sectors, which experienced an increase in critical incidents during the same period.
How the Middle East can build resilience against AI-enabled threats
Governments must invest in adaptive AI cyber training for security teams.
How will China’s RE pricing reforms affect the sector?
An expert expects more volatility.
China unveils plan to boost new-type energy storage by 2027
The plan focuses on technological innovation, including the upgrading of lithium batteries and support for disruptive technologies.
AIIMS Delhi amongst first Indian government hospitals with surgical robots
The system offers a magnified 3D view for precision in complex surgeries.
Policy patches could ease strains in Chinese industrial companies: report
A trade-in policy would modestly lift auto consumption despite weak consumer confidence.
Weak rules, poor infrastructure put Filipino gig workers at risk
Inadequate policies leave gig workers vulnerable to low wages and unsafe conditions.
4 regulatory priorities to drive financial institutions' focus in 2025
EY expects policymakers to prioritise country-specific approaches.
