Seven challenges for South Korea’s social, economic survival
Moving forward from South Korea's dynamic seven decades, The Korea Herald identifies the seven most crucial challenges the nation must overcome for a sustainable and prosperous…
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Bangladeshi banks have lowest capital base in South Asia
Local bankers say the capital base is not strengthening due to the growing bad loans.
Malaysia emerged resilient amid Covid-19 challenges, says World Bank
In its report, the World Bank said Malaysia leads the way in a survey which included Cambodia, Indonesia, Mongolia, the Philippines and Vietnam.
Philippines architect reaches career heights in Malaysia
Mitchelle Gorospe Ignacio stands out as a reputable architect in Malaysia, assigned big-ticket projects such as the 118-story Merdeka Tower, among mostly blue-collar Filipino…
An end to an era as Hun Sen passes baton to son Manet
The unexpected revelation came in PM Hun Sen's special live broadcast to the nation, following a royal audience with King Norodom Sihamoni.
Japanese population falls in all 47 prefectures for 1st time
The numbers are down by 801,000, marking the biggest drop in the country's population tally.
Thailand to host world diabetes forum, moves closer to medical hub ambitions
Thailand is the first Southeast Asian country to win the bid to host an international conference on diabetes, thus strengthening its resolve to become a global medical hub.
Indonesia’s investment on target at half-year mark: BKPM
President Joko Widodo has set this year’s investment target at Rp 1.4 quadrillion, raising the bar from last year’s goal of Rp 1.2 quadrillion.
French philosopher urges attention to decline of rational thinking
We no longer make efforts to think for the sake of 'thinking,' notes the philosopher.
Asian buyers dominate luxury auctions in first half of 2023, says Christie’s
Of its millennial buyers, almost 60 percent came from the Asia-Pacific, making the region a significant driver of growth in millennial collectors at its auctions.