Japan biz world concerned over yen’s plunge
Both importers and exporters are concerned over the wild moves in exchange rates.
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Six Malaysia Airlines’ A380 superjumbos still up for sale
The parent company, MAG, follows due processes in evaluating submissions by prospective bidders and expects to complete the exercise in the fourth quarter of 2021.
Shenzhen sets up RCEP service center
The service center will play an active role in helping local businesses get a deeper understanding of tariff reduction and trade facilitation measures, thereby promoting trade.
Education firm finds fortunes via livestream
Embattled education training company New Oriental began trending on China's social media platforms recently, after its teachers started livestreaming the selling of agricultural…
S’pore lure makes it harder for Johor hotels to hire
The biggest challenge, according to Malaysian employers, is trying to compete with Singaporean hotels who are able to offer better salaries due to the high exchange rate.
Happiness takes root with wonder crop
A farmer said the income from ramie exceeded her family’s expectations - and it proved to be four to six times more profitable than planting maize or cassava.
Vietnam aims to attract half of Fortune Global 500 by 2030
Hanoi aims to increase inflows from large firms from Asia as well as the rest of the world.
Bitter times for Kampong Speu palm sugar
Due to the unfavourable weather, manufacturers have produced a mere 70-80 tonnes this season, or just over half of normal, compared to the 150 tonnes ordered by exporters.
Japan restaurant operators making further inroads in Asia
The growing popularity of Japanese food overseas has provided a boost, but the key to steady business is the development of fine-tuned flavors and ingredients tailored to local…
Singapore sets out guidelines for first sovereign green bond issuance
As the effects of climate change are increasingly felt in Asia, it is critical to speed up sustainable finance to create and enable green solutions, noted Minister Indranee Rajah.