Is smart density the way forward for Bangladesh?
With sensible planning, dense settlements can ensure higher economic productivity and create a vibrant labour market.
Duterte open to making Covid-19 jabs mandatory
He also threatened to tap the police to “compel obedience” if the Omicron variant should turn out to be more dangerous.
Ismail Sabri describes first official visit to Singapore a success after launch of VTL
Ismail Sabri also said he hoped to hold discussions with Thailand.
WHO special session seeking ‘pandemic treaty’ amid Omicron concerns
The new "pandemic treaty" is expected to address Covid-19 as "a crisis of solidarity and sharing."
Omicron variant poses ‘very high’ global risk, countries must prepare: WHO
Omicron was first reported on Nov 24 from South Africa, where infections have risen steeply.
Japan bans all nonresident foreigners from entering amid Omicron’s spread
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida called the move “an emergency preventive measure to avoid a worst-case scenario.”
Hong Kong well-poised to become global arbitration hub: Carrie Lam
Lam also said the city has a mature and well-developed legal system and legal infrastructure.
Indonesia’s food system future depends on ability to adapt to climate change
Price volatility matters a lot to Indonesia’s quest for food security, as consumers tend to shift their behavior in response to price increases.
Singapore, Malaysia aim to expand land VTL to general travellers from mid-Dec
Discussions will also start on piloting a sea VTL to allow Singapore cruise ships to call at Malaysian ports.
Large govt projects will help Thai economy grow 3.5-4.5% in 2022: Finance minister
The Thai economy should grow by 3.5 to 4.5 per cent next year with the government’s planned spending of about 1 trillion baht, Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith said.