Businesses fighting for survival amid Myanmar’s political limbo hope for reset with polls
Despite concerns about fairness, some Myanmar business owners view the upcoming election as a potential step towards economic stability.
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Japanese intelligence agency to screen foreign investments, as government looks to emulate U.S.
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Online platforms must follow Malaysian laws from Jan 1
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said that although social media platforms with more than eight million users were no longer required to formally apply for a licence, as…