Cities begin welcoming more people back to the workplace
As Chinese cities gradually regain their hustle and bustle with optimized epidemic prevention and control measures, people are being encouraged to return to work if their health…
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China expected to boost world economic recovery in 2023
China has also pledged to further expand domestic demand and to give full play to the fundamental role of consumption and the key role of investment in 2023.
In the future of work, smart offices designed for boomers to Gen Z
In the second of a two-part series, the author looks at how workspaces and the purpose of work might change.
ADB trims growth outlook for developing Asia as headwinds persist
The Manila-based lender said in a supplement to its Outlook report it expected 2022 growth in developing Asia to slow to 4.2 percent, down slightly from its 4.3 percent forecast…
Gates Foundation gives AIT $8 million to set up sanitation systems in Asia
To further pursue the goal, the foundation handed another $8 million to provide academic and technological assistance in a number of countries.
How North Korea’s cyber terrorists break into ‘unhackable’ crypto platforms
The US$625 million stolen by the Lazarus group of hackers, reportedly an army of the North Korean state, is equivalent to Pyongyang's cost for launching 31 ballistic missiles,…
China’s newly-delivered C919 passenger jet sees 1,000 delivery orders
The aircraft features a 164-seat configuration with a two-class cabin layout, including eight business class seats and 156 economy class seats.
Saudi Arabia signs Huawei deal, deepening China ties on Xi visit
King Salman signed a “comprehensive strategic partnership agreement” with Xi, who received a lavish welcome in a country.
Thailand’s Joon Wanavit joins Forbes’ list of Asia’s top philanthropists
The list highlights altruists in the Asia-Pacific region who have shown a strong commitment to philanthropic causes like education and the environment.
Study Identifies Human Skills most in demand in Southeast Asia’s major Job markets
A World Economic Forum study highlights that over a billion people globally will need reskilling to keep up with the evolving demands of the workforce by 2030.