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September 28, 2023

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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).

  • Published: September 28, 20231:39 pm
  • Author Daphne Yow
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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.

  • Published: September 27, 20238:20 am
  • Author Zhang Jie
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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.

  • Published: September 27, 20238:13 am
  • Author The Daily Star
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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.

  • Published: September 25, 20239:41 am
  • Author Yohana Belinda
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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…

  • Published: September 21, 20232:56 pm
  • Author Lee Yoon-seo
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‘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…

  • Published: September 20, 202311:10 am
  • Author Sheridan Mahavera and Khoo Gek San
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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.

  • Published: September 20, 20238:09 am
  • Author Byun Hye-jin
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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…

  • Published: September 19, 20239:08 am
  • Author The Statesman
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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…

  • Published: September 18, 20232:58 pm
  • Author Liu Yifan
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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.

  • Published: September 15, 20238:39 am
  • Author Nongluck Ajanapanya

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