Poverty alleviation core of development economics
This editorial appeared in Chinese State Media.
New World Bank rankings points to increased competition in Asia
World Bank 'Doing Business' rankings were released last week.
Vietnamese families concerned after dead bodies discovered
The lorry found in Essex contained mostly Vietnamese nationals.
US trade move seen having limited effect on Thai exports
Pimchanok Vonkorpon, director-general of the Commerce Ministry’s Trade Policy and Strategy Office, said the move will make only minimal impact on Thailand's exports.
1MDB a fool to have paid US$1bil (RM4.18bil) for 1MDB-PSI joint venture
The corruption trial over the sovereign wealth fund continues in Malaysia.
Bangladesh keen on funding 20 hydropower projects in Nepal
Nepal also asked Bangladesh to allow the export of local cardamom, yarn and broom grass (amriso) without any hurdles during the first day of trade talks.
South Korea PM’s Japan visit a chance to mend ties
The two countries have not seen eye to eye after a trade dispute.
Mahathir warns of possible trade sanctions on Malaysia amid US-China trade war
From a Reuters report in Straits Times.
Nepal needs development, but not by coercion
Reimagining Nepal and developing it warrants a broad outlook that listens to its people and shows regard for their displeasure.