Indonesia’s green goals offer new opportunities for HK businesses
The South-east Asian country boasts more than 3.3 million hectares of mangrove forests, which accounts for 20 percent of the world's total.
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Low tariffs still hinder geothermal power growth in Indonesia
Indonesia is aiming to have a total of 3.35 gigawatts (GW) of geothermal power production capacity by 2030.
China’s Li Keqiang: China to keep close ties with World Bank
He made the remarks in Beijing while meeting via video link with World Bank President David Malpass.
SkillsFuture report pinpoints skills Singaporeans urgently need in the next 3 years
Educators The Straits Times spoke to said Singaporeans should focus not only on gaining sector-specific skills, but also general skills.
Hong Kong loses shine amid tough coronavirus restrictions
For months, business circles have been urging the authorities to relax some quarantine restrictions.
Japan eyes setting up child agency in FY 2023
The agency's mission will be to provide seamless support for children regardless of age and get rid of sectionalism within the government
Vietnam aims to become a cashless country
Currently, 95 per cent of all financial institutions have been developing their own digitalisation strategy
Australia allows foreign students to return to study
On Dec 6, international students will finally return to Sydney on a charter flight as part of a trial scheme to revive Australia's education sector
Malaysia’s Food and Agriculture Ministry to develop sustainable tuna fishing industry
As of October 2021, a total of 20 tuna vessels, 19 tuna fishing vessels and a tuna carrier vessel have been licensed and were operating in the Indian Ocean.
Japan to establish ¥500 billion fund to reinforce economic security
The fund will be used to support the research and development of vital cutting-edge technologies and their practical application