Indonesia underlines inclusive approach in its roadmap to hit SDG targets
Inclusive partnerships between state and non-state factors are also enhanced through the development of SDGs Action Plans.
Economy
Great resignation to unprecedented tech layoffs
"He is just one of the many I know who fell into troubled waters recently with no salary to pay for house and car mortgages", the author writes.
Pakistan awaiting China’s decision on rollover of $2bn loan that matured last week
As Pakistan struggles to avert a default on its obligations, the only help so far has come from longtime ally Beijing.
Indonesia’s fertiliser price dropping but supply gap persists
President Joko Widodo drew attention to the fertiliser deficit when he explained earlier this month that local producers had failed to meet domestic demand amounting to 13 million…
Cambodian agri exports rise 7.8% to 8.6 million tonnes
The uptick in agricultural exports is indicative of improvements across the underlying supply chains, including cultivation.
Malaysians tighten belts during Ramadan as food prices continue to rise
With high prices squeezing people’s purchasing power, economic experts say consumers tend to be more cautious in spending, especially when there is no corresponding rise in…
Current tax model not sustainable: Malaysian deputy finance minister
Titiwangsa MP Johari had earlier pointed out that many countries in the Asean region had higher tax revenues compared to Malaysia.
HK chief exec John Lee attends Boao Forum for Asia annual conference
Noting that Hong Kong is pressing ahead to seek accession to the RCEP, he expressed great gratitude to China for its continuous support of Hong Kong's application to join the…
Call for youth’s role in showcasing India’s heritage during G-20 meet
Union minister Dr Jitendra Singh noted that hundreds of opportunities have been created for the youth of the country for their skill development.
Potential for Singapore and Guangdong to deepen cooperation: PM Lee
Guangdong will continue to look to Singapore for ideas on urban planning, economic development, and in the manufacturing industry, among others.