Indonesia’s new overhauled tax law rushed through Parliament
The passage of the bill has been described as one of the hastiest deliberations in the country's history.
Ismail Sabri to share insights on Malaysian Family concept
The PM first mentioned the concept in his inaugural speech on Aug 22 as he invited Malaysians to set aside their differences.
Long-term plans needed to protect Metro Manila’s most vulnerable from rising seas
The waters that sustain him and his community also pose an existential challenge in the years ahead.
Air pollution deaths in Jakarta ‘may double’ by 2030: study
The report ranks Jakarta among the top three of 61 cities observed worldwide for premature deaths related to such pollution.
‘Northern Metropolis’ to be HK’s ‘second economic engine, says Lam
A sprawling metropolis there will facilitate economic integration with Shenzhen.
Insurers set their sights on pet owners
Keeping pets has become more popular in Chinese cities and owners are also now more willing to take their animals to vets.
Hong Kong had its hottest September on record
The city set new records with 15 very hot days and 11 hot nights in the month.
Dozen’s of Asia’s influentials in the spotlight after leak of Pandora Papers
The list includes Malaysia's former Finance Minister, two senior Cabinet ministers in Indonesia, and many more.
Kishida promotes younger LDP members to Cabinet
One eye-catching selection was the appointment of 46-year-old Takayuki Kobayashi.
Singapore passes law to counter foreign interference
This Bill is intended to address a serious threat that concerns national security, Law and Home Affairs Minister K. Shanmugam said.