Indonesia likely to delay start of VAT hike amid growing worries over living costs
The planned tax hike will jack up prices of goods and services across the board, hurt consumption and hit the middle class the hardest, economists say.
Economic Affairs
Warning signs: The Korea Herald
For export-dependent Korea, the outlook appears increasingly worrisome as US President-elect Donald Trump, even before inauguration, is threatening to impose higher tariffs on…
US President-elect Trump threatens 100% tariff on BRICS countries over currency plans
The statement comes after a BRICS summit held last month in Kazan, Russia, where the countries discussed boosting non-dollar transactions and strengthening local currencies.
China and Indonesia trade ties get boost
The ties will help bolster expectations that Southeast Asia's largest economy will become a trading hub for the region.
China to test mine for rare metals off Japan island
If China is allowed to conduct commercial development, it may dominate the international supply chain of rare metals.
Vietnam’s rice export hits a fresh record of $5 billion
The Southeast Asian nation has exported 8.05 million tonnes of rice from the beginning of this year to November 15.
Trump’s policy to drive growth of Thai property sector in 2025
Property consultant confident the expected tariffs on China will push foreign businesses to move their bases to Thailand.
Laos, China agree on shared product standards
The agreement was signed during a meeting in Vientiane on Tuesday to discuss the regulations around Lao and Chinese alcohol standards.
Hong Kong international airport’s landmark three-runway system takes off
Having taken 13 years from public consultation to completion, the landmark project is a significant part of Hong Kong’s long-term vision to support economic growth, improve…
Flexible arrangements are here to stay, but not the norm, says Malaysian Employers Federation
On the proposed four-day work week, Shamsuddin said 43.3% of companies operating in a shift environment were of the opinion that it was not feasible while 26.8% in the non-shift…