Asian experts slam US over cluster bomb move
Cluster bombs pose a deadly threat to civilians, especially children, long after the conflict as they release smaller bomblets that can kill indiscriminately over a wide area.
Yang Han
Private funding vital for developing Asia: Asian Development Bank
According to the ADB, the developing Asia economies will need $1.7 trillion in annual infrastructure investment from 2023 to 2030 to sustain economic growth, reduce poverty, and…
Bangladesh seeks stronger trade and investment ties with Hong Kong
Since Bangladesh joined the Belt and Road Initiative in 2016, China has emerged as one of Bangladesh’s key economic partners.
Asean-Plus defence ministers agree to improve defence collaboration
The ministers also agreed to maintain the importance of putting in place practical confidence-building measures that could reduce tensions.
Spirit of unity guides APEC leaders on trade, growth
Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha spoke of the need for the 21-member group to draw on strength through unity in to address common challenges.
ASEAN summits conclude with emphasis on post-virus recovery
Ending on November 10, they achieved fruitful results for greater regional cooperation towards post-Covid-19 pandemic socio-economic recovery.
South Koreans appeal to US to relax IRA limits on EV cars
According to an industry insider, the Biden administration is trying to demonstrate to US voters that it was doing its best to protect US industries.
IMF pins hopes on Asia amid dimming global economy
However, the IMF cut its growth forecast for Asia-Pacific to 4 per cent this year and 4.3 per cent next year amid an uncertain global environment.
Thailand’s cannabis policy comes under fire
In the wake of the nation's move on June 9 to become the first in Asia to decriminalize marijuana, some experts have called the decision hasty and "immature".
Travel heightens monkeypox risks in Asia: Experts
Based on the biology of the virus and the mode of transmission, the likelihood the virus will quickly cause a widespread outbreak is low, according to the Institut Pasteur du…