Singapore rises to fifth place in Global Innovation Index 2023
Singapore continued to top 11 out of 80 indicators, including government effectiveness, information and communications technology (ICT) access, and venture capital (VC).
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Asian Games and 8-day holiday surging China’s consumer and tourism markets
The Asian Games also brought a sports fever to the country, with the number of sports and fitness orders in Zhejiang province growing 150 per cent year-on-year in September.
AIIB to provide $4.5 billion to Bangladesh in next five years
The funds will be spent on climate-related projects and other sectors in the country, according to a press release by the finance ministry.
Amid shift to live-shopping, discounts are what ultimately matter
Social commerce has become a prominent trend over the past years as an alternative to selling goods online.
No more hurdles for Korea’s nuclear reactor exports?
A recent favourable ruling in the US may have lifted some pressure on South Korea regarding its export of nuclear reactors, but challenges remain as its US partner shows no sign…
‘More work equals more money’: More Malaysians opt for gig work for income
Perak Motorcycle Delivery Riders Welfare Association president Mohd Azad Mohd Hussin said working for delivery platforms is still seen as a top choice for school-leavers and even…
Why Korean battery makers’ mass hiring still ‘not enough’ for tech race
Amid an industry-wide talent shortage, the competition heats up not just among battery rivals, but also with chipmakers.
Investor Ray Dalio compares Modi to Deng Xiaoping, praises India’s growth
The billionaire investor and co-chief investment officer of Bridgewater Associates also expressed his perspective on India’s economic growth potential, asserting that India…
Hong Kong to lift sentiment, boost global ties: Financial secretary
Financial Secretary Paul Chan said the external economic environment has not been ideal, and the government has to adopt a “combination strategy” by unlocking potential demand…
Thailand’s digital wallet scheme could take a decade to pay off, economists warn
The government's digital wallet scheme will most likely help Thailand's GDP reach 6 per cent next year, but the effect will be short-lived and saddle the country with public debt.