As Xi visit draws near, delays haunt Jakarta-Bandung rail project
Given the cost overrun and financing issues, experts have expressed doubt that the project will meet the now-targeted 2023 deadline.
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South Korea braces for impact as US delivers fourth big rate hike
“Uncertainties are certainly growing and we’ll be extra vigilant in our response to what may come in our way”, Finance Minister Choo Kyung-ho said.
Investors take a shine to Chinese bonds
There is still much room for foreign investors to increase their position in renminbi bonds as economic growth steadily recovers, sources state.
Boosting niche markets key to maintaining exports for Vietnam
The Ministry of Industry and Trade also advised exporters to invest and focus on a limited number of products with strong brand recognition.
Consumer spending in South Korea likely to weaken like it did after ferry sinking in ‘14
In the weeks following the ferry accident on April 16, 2014, traumatised Koreans spent significantly less, resulting in slowed economic growth.
IMF calls for Bangladesh fuel pricing formula by 2024
The Washington-based lender called for a time bound plan on the pricing mechanism and pushed for its implementation by the next fiscal year.
Farmer prosperity translates into food security: Agriculture experts
However, researchers say Cambodian farmers are still limited in their mastery of cultivation techniques, use of appropriate seed varieties and overall application of fertilisers.
China central bank governor stresses privacy protection for e-CNY
"Anonymity and transparency are not black and white”, he warned, highlighting privacy protection as a major issue for applications.
Vietnam posts trade surplus of $9.4 billion in 10 months
In October, the country's total export and import value was estimated at $58.27 billion, up 0.1 per cent month on month.
Halloween disaster dims Itaewon’s hopes of revival
Either to pay respect to the dead or spooked by the dangerous crowd surge on Oct 29, the usually bustling streets of Itaewon district are likely to remain empty for some time.