2025 another record year for Singapore’s port as containers handled, vessel arrivals hit new highs
While cargo volume decreased by 1.4% to 614.34 million tonnes, bunker sales hit a new high of 56.77 million tonnes, driven by alternative fuels.
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India proposes forcing smartphone makers to give source code in security overhaul
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Bhutanese consumers foot the bill as double taxation bites during GST transition
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Vietnam–Japan trade surpasses $50 billion for the first time
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Direct Bangladesh-Pakistan flights to resume after 14 years
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Nepal must create 6.5m jobs by 2050 to reap demographic dividend
A World Bank report says Nepal’s prospects hinge on creating quality jobs and harnessing the skills of women and returning migrants.