Koreans lose appetite for fruits amid soaring prices
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, South Korea's per capita fruit consumption declined by 19 per cent to 55 kilograms in 2022 after peaking at 67.9…
Economic Affairs
$3.3 billion energy deal may raise pow
Experts said that an increase in electricity prices might hinder the economic goals of the current administration, specifically in attracting foreign investors since the…
Hong Kong ‘ideal’ to be global maritime arbitration hub: Official
Nicholas Chan Hiu-fung, a Hong Kong deputy to the National People’s Congress, said the SAR can offer support by cultivating talents familiar with common law and international…
‘Make in India’: Can South Asian giant surpass China and become world’s biggest factory?
The global scramble to find new manufacturing hubs comes at a crucial moment for India – the world’s most populous country – as it seeks to benefit from a demographic…
Pressured to be ‘best moms,’ women say it’s not just about money
To increase total fertility rates, experts urge that a change in society is needed along with subsidies.
US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo leads high-level mission to Manila – a first
The visit is part of US commitments under the 123 Agreement that allows the transfer of information, nuclear material, equipment, and components directly between the two states.
China to give youth employment further boost
Stating that the number of college graduates will reach 11.79 million this year, minister of human resources and social security Wang Xiaoping, said that efforts will be…
Cooking up opportunities: Used cooking oil can be a ‘sizzling success’ for Indonesia
Once considered a waste product, used cooking oil is a potential green goldmine in the burgeoning biofuel market.
Proposals promote return of China’s mothers to the workplace
Women's employment, especially the hiring of mothers, has long been a contentious issue that has attracted public attention.
ASEAN voices opposition to taking sides
Malaysian PM Anwar said the United States and some of its allies should not preclude Malaysia from being friendly to China. ASEAN Secretary-General Kao also told Australian media…