News that EU law makers are moving closer to finalising new legislation aimed at tackling financial crime has been welcomed by a financial crime and investigations specialist.
Indonesia President Joko Widodo reassures Singapore investors of returns on beleaguered new capital city Nusantara
Speaking at a sustainability-focused conference in Singapore, the Indonesian president offered 300 development packages worth US$2.6 billion to investors interested in building the new capital city.
Australia-Vietnam ties deepen with closer trade links, ‘convergent’ views on South China Sea
Australian PM Anthony Albanese wants Vietnam to be one of his country’s ‘top tier’ partners as Canberra seeks to diversify away from China.
Malaysian couple parts ways over rare blood disorder that could endanger future baby
The couple, both doctors at the same hospital, both have thalassaemia, a hereditary blood disorder that can result in anaemia and require regular blood transfusions.
Risks to navigate in financial services digital transformation
Digital transformation is unavoidable for financial services firms wishing to remain competitive.
Surging global oil prices offer ‘significant promise’ for Asia’s green energy growth – but challenges remain
Asia has faced the brunt of fluctuating oil supplies following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. And with few alternatives, Asian nations may have to bolster renewable energy development, observers said.
Singapore Airlines to roll out free Wi-fi for all passengers in rare move
The city state’s flag carrier will become one of the first major international airlines worldwide to offer free, unlimited Wi-fi to all passengers in all classes from July 1.
Ireland adopts new regulations to enhance corporate cross-border EU mobility
Companies established in other EU member states can convert to an Irish registered entity and merge with Irish companies with ease and more certainty, as Ireland has transposed a new EU directive into law to enhance cross-border mobility within the single market.
Can Vietnam’s plan to boost energy capacity work amid rolling outages, electricity shortages?
Vietnam’s government has approved a much-anticipated energy plan, but experts wonder how it will be implemented given it needs billions of dollars in vital funding.
As Asia grapples with declining birth rates, Catholic-majority Philippines wants fewer babies
The Philippines hopes to achieve broad economic success by addressing demographic issues, and is making family planning one of its biggest budget priorities this year.