Post-Covid new normal ‘to bring more prosperity for Hong Kong’: Carrie Lam
The HKSAR government expects some US$30 billion in public-sector investment over the next 15 to 20 years.
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After arriving in Cambodia, these jobs turn out to be fictitious. Instead, they are forced to repay their debts, often through sex work.
Fire ravages Rohingya camp in Cox’s Bazaar again
In a video footage shared on social media, the fire was seen spreading rapidly and engulfing hundreds of shanties.
Bhutanese going abroad is a concern
About 99 percent of those going abroad were among the economically active section of the population.
Labor shortages overshadow economic recovery in Japan
The labor shortage rapidly worsened after restrictions on business operations were relaxed at the end of Sept 2021.
Jokowi digs in heels on Indonesia’s coal export ban
The decision has been met with criticism from coal mining firms, which called for solutions to solve structural problems in coal supply.
US must not reward N. Korea with end of war declaration before talks: Harry Harris
His remarks come amid stalled negotiations with North Korea, which has stayed away from denuclearization talks since 2019.
Andrew Leung vows to lead new LegCo to build a better Hong Kong
The seventh LegCo is the first under the city’s electoral improvements, and the legislature is expanded from 70 seats to 90 seats.
Cheong Wa Dae confident about stabilizing housing prices, pundits doubtful
Polarization may grow between the greater Seoul area and elsewhere, experts say.
Duterte says he will never apologize for drug war fatalities
Duterte likewise shared that he is helping the military and the police who are facing charges in line with their conduct of duties.