Elon Musk, other US CEOs flock to China with eye on major market
Beijing’s unusually generous welcome, such as offering ministerial-level meetings, is believed to be intended not only to attract investment but also to counter Washington.
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US visa policy for Bangladesh outcome of AL’s misrule: BNP Sec-Gen
He said, "The USA has imposed sanctions and announced visa policy. It's a matter of shame for us."
China to further relax market access for foreign investors
Zhou Qiang, director of the department of market system development of the Ministry of Commerce, said China will appropriately shorten the negative list for foreign investment to…
Tax reform can unleash Thailand’s ‘massive’ potential: World Bank
The reform can lead to banks investing in people to ensure Thailand moves from a middle-income to a high-income country, the institution said.
Voices of poor remain unheard in Bangladesh policymaking
"In this tug of war, the voice of the general people often can't be heard", economist Towfiqul Islam Khan shared.
Return of sea sand exports sparks controversy in Indonesia
While miners welcomed the decision, environmentalists have slammed the policy, warning that it will lead to an increase in sand extraction, which they say will be detrimental to…
Hong Kong plans to import over 10,000 workers to ease labour crunch
The government is expected to make an announcement regarding the plan as early as the middle of next month, according to the reports.
Indonesia seeks to block curbs on raw plastic production
The proposal to reduce production raised concerns that it would hamper Indonesia’s plastic industry that is already contending with a flood of imported products.
Construction, property, restaurants to be hardest hit by proposed wage hike: Study
Businesses are worried the wage hike could have an adverse impact on their operations and profitability.
Virtual asset trading platforms in Hong Kong must be licensed by June 1
Providing virtual asset trading services without a licence in Hong Kong will be a criminal offence starting June 1.