Vietnam set to become regional manufacturing tech hub this year
The country is among the top 15 developing countries attracting the most FDI globally.
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Lack of goldsmiths in Malaysia puts sector at risk, say groups
A prominent industry leader has called for adopting technical and vocational education and training in goldsmithing to ensure the survival of this craft and maintain the…
Pakistan’s May 9 riots: Mercy petitions of 19 convicts accepted on humanitarian grounds
The development comes less than a month after military courts sentenced a total of 85 civilians involved in the May 9 riots of 2023.
Experts warn of more lay-offs as traditional media’s downslide in Thailand continues
President of the Association of Digital Television Enterprises of Thailand, Suphap Kleekajai, said that Thai media would face more challenges, especially caused by changing…
Investigative body enters impeached South Korean President Yoon’s residence to arrest him
They were initially impeded by some 20 presidential bodyguards, who eventually allowed the investigators to enter Yoon's residence after a standoff lasting less than an hour.
President Yoon Suk Yeol defiant, vows to fight arrest ‘until the end’
The Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials, heading the investigation on insurrection and power abuse charges against President Yoon, vowed Wednesday morning…
Spurring consumption among priorities of China’s policymakers
Nine measures have been listed to boost growth as part of a macroeconomic strategy.
Singapore’s economy exceeded expectations, grew 4% in 2024: PM Wong
In his first New Year message on Dec 31 as prime minister, he said the collective effort of Team Singapore made all the difference – be it overcoming crises, supporting one…
Fraud, alleged illegal levying raise questions about Indonesia’s free meals program’s implementation
The free meals program is one of President Prabowo Subianto’s flagship campaign platforms, aiming to feed 82 million children, primary and secondary school students and pregnant…
Peace brokered in Pakistan’s Kurram as warring sides sign agreement: KP government spokesperson
Clashes stemming from decades-old land disputes have claimed at least 130 lives since last month, with food and medicine shortages reported due to weeks-long road blockades.