Instability will be bad for business, says Malaysian envoy
Nazri, the Malaysian ambassador to the US, said any move to topple the government would lead foreign investors to lose confidence in the country.
Business
Good money, tough clients: The business of political T-shirts
In regards to political T-shirts, one designer said, “A successful T-shirt has to make you think, but then, crucially, you have to act.”
Indonesian govt allows foreign entities to buy carbon credits from Jakarta
This paves the way for MNCs and institutions to tap into the country’s large carbon trading potential.
Ranking isn’t everything
In short, the opportunities afforded by Indonesia’s macroeconomic strength are a pull factor for investment, even though they seem strangely at odds with the ranking.
SG can expect lower job market churn from 2023-2027 compared to rest of the world
This seems to be the case even though an overwhelming number of companies believe that geopolitical rifts will have a bearing on their businesses.
Global fast food franchises fail to find local buyers in South Korea
McDonald's Korea has been struggling to find a buyer since it has been put up for sale in June 2022, despite double-digit growth of Korea's hamburger market in recent years.
On the road: Cool dogs and curious cats
More hotels in China are recognising the potential of the pet travel market and are offering pet-friendly accommodations.
The future of jobs in the age of AI, sustainability and deglobalisation
In a technology-intensive, greener and potentially deglobalising world, local skills development will matter more than ever.
Disruption feared as South Korea’s doctors announce strike over nursing bill
The association said they would hold a series of protests if the government does not accommodate their demands.
Resorts in the frame as tourist photography services boom
Many facilities in the China tourism industry are adopting different ways to harness the potential of the fast-growing market.