High energy costs still haunt Philippines, Southeast Asia neighbours
The International Energy Agency said Southeast Asia is a critical driver of global energy trends, with the region’s growth in demand projected to hit 20 per cent to 25 per cent…
Indonesian rupiah slide drives up drug costs, burdening chronically ill patients
Tulus Abadi, chairman of the Indonesian Consumers Foundation (FKBI), said soaring medicine and vitamin prices were an unavoidable consequence of the rupiah’s depreciation,…
Can South Korea afford a 12,000 won minimum wage?
Unions seek a 16.3% hike as employers call for lower pay floors in restaurants, hotels, and taxi services.
Interim Iran deal eases key risk for Korea’s export-driven economy
Agreement raises hope for stranded vessels, energy supply chains, though industry warns full recovery could take months.
Nepal trims India fertiliser import plan to 50,000 tonnes as global prices ease
Decision comes as prices fall and procurement strategy is revised, but farmers continue to face pressure during peak paddy planting period.
Inflation cuts deeper as food and fuel costs strain Nepali households
Consumers say official inflation figures fail to reflect the sharp rise in daily expenses.
Malaysians happy to save RM1 ATM fee
The Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations described the move as a significant win for consumers, removing an unnecessary cost for accessing their own money.
After the military, Malaysia’s veterans struggle to seek new livelihoods amid rising costs
With pensions typically ranging from RM2,000 to RM4,000 a month, many seek second careers, prompting government efforts to connect them with jobs in logistics, transport, and…
Japan PM Takaichi still enjoys support despite public’s anxieties about Iran war
For now, public support remains high, insulated by the historic nature of her leadership and her conservative ideologies that led to an unprecedented landslide victory in the…
Shock at the pump: Indonesia’s state-owned Pertamax price hike fuels cost worries for middle class
State-owned energy company Pertamina raised the price of its 92-octane petrol on June 10 to 16,250 rupiah (S$1.15) per litre, a 32 per cent increase from 12,300 rupiah previously.