Intra-Asean trade needs to be increased: Vietnam PM
He also says grouping should maintain its consensus-based system, step up integration.
China pledges response if US imposes more tariffs
China says it will be forced to take necessary countermeasures if the United States insists on imposing new tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese goods.
Powerful earthquake rocks Hokkaido
A powerful earthquake struck Hokkaido early Thursday, causing blackouts in Sapporo and other areas and sending items tumbling off shelves.
‘7,000 Bangladeshis’ held in Malaysia since January
Malaysian immigration department has detained more than 30,000 undocumented migrants, including an estimated 7,000 Bangladeshis, since January this year.
Xi vows action to bring China, Africa closer
China aims to expand imports, boost investment, spur industrialization and continue free-trade talks.
Bangladesh eases trade union rules
The Cabinet okays labour law amendments in line with suggestions from ILO, EU, US.
BIMSTEC leaders say committed to enhancing connectivity
Leaders from the seven-nation regional grouping emphasise importance of exploring multiple avenues of connectivity, ranging from physical to digital platforms.
US itself to blame for trade deficits
An editorial in the China Daily blames the United States for its large trade deficits.
Responsible private enterprise key to sustained economic and social progress in Asean
Economic success has lifted nearly a billion people out of poverty in Asia, still, four Asia-Pacific countries are classified as low income.