Fuel prices soar across Asia as global energy crunch deepens
Asian buyers are paying top dollar for a variety of fuels as they seek alternatives to increasingly pricey natural gas.
Region
PM confirms Laos-China railway to open on December 2
Initially, railway operations will focus on freight transport and later services for tourists will begin.
US trade chief seeks ‘frank’ talks with China
Issues including implementation of the phase-one economic and trade agreement, and industrial policies.
Dozen’s of Asia’s influentials in the spotlight after leak of Pandora Papers
The list includes Malaysia's former Finance Minister, two senior Cabinet ministers in Indonesia, and many more.
US, Singapore ‘deeply concerned’ for Myanmar: Vivian Balakrishnan
The US and Singapore believe, however, that the solution ultimately lies within Myanmar itself, he said.
China officially applies to join CPTPP
China has submitted a letter to New Zealand to formally apply for membership to the partnership.
Taiwan plans $11.6 billion boost in arms spending, warning of ‘severe threat’
Spending, which will include new missiles, follows "severe threat" from mainland China.
Philippines looking for funds to replace aging fleet of PH Air Force
Philippines looking for funds to replace aging fleet of PH Air Force