China, Laos sign MoU to build $4.3 billion industrial park
This indicates that the government-enterprise cooperation project is about to get off the ground after more than one year’s preparation.
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Saudi tourism to Thailand takes off on the back of diplomatic normalisation
Saudi Arabia's relations with Thailand broke down in 1989 after a Thai worker stole Saudi royal jewels.
HK unveils policy for developing family office businesses
Under the blueprint, the government will introduce a new Capital Investment Entrant Scheme to attract ultrahigh-net worth individuals to deploy their capital in the city.
Marina Bay Sands $4.5b expansion work to now start in April 2024
This is the second time the construction deadline for MBS’ extension has been pushed back.
Chinese nationals bought nearly half of condo units sold to foreigners in 2022
The Chinese were followed by Russians and US citizens.
Hurun Global Rich List sees drastic changes
The combined wealth of the world's leading billionaires also shrank 10 percent year-on-year to come at $13.7 trillion, the report said.
HK courts Michelle Yeoh to help promote city
Yeoh highlighted her connection with the city when she won the Best Actress award at the 95th Academy Awards earlier this month for her performance in the comedy Everything…
Value of Japanese seafood imports hits 12-year high in 2022
Imports of Japanese seafood declined for four years after the disaster before switching to an upturn.
Indonesia gears up to allow foreign medical specialists to practise in the country
“The purpose of bringing in foreign specialists is also to curb the traffic of middle-class and rich Indonesians going overseas to seek treatment”, an MP said.
Taste of Korea opens in HCM City
MM Mega Market Vietnam kicked off the “Taste of Korea” programme, bringing nearly 200 signature Korean products to local customers.