A recent study on the population-health impact of new drugs demonstrates a disconnected economist-driven approach to the benefits that such drugs provide, experts have said.
‘Bit of a joke’: India’s popcorn tax sparks roasting of complex GST system
Social media users slam country’s excessive regulations and high taxation after government’s move to impose three-tier tax on popcorn.
Singapore Post downplays concerns over operational integrity after sacking of top executives
Company says it remains ‘confident of our legal position’ after two of three executives claimed their termination was unfair and ‘without merits’.
FCA proposes admission and disclosures regime for regulating cryptoassets
Further details of the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA’s) proposed regulatory regime for cryptoassets have been published in a new discussion paper, covering admission to trading, disclosures and market abuse.
Drop in number of Chinese students in Philippines ‘deeply concerning’ amid strained ties
Experts say the decline is a result of stricter visa rules and country’s current atmosphere of paranoia that discourages Chinese visitors.
Hong Kong security of payment bill is ‘significant step’ for construction sector
The enactment of the Construction Industry Security of Payment Bill will enhance the financial stability and efficiency of the construction industry in Hong Kong, an expert has said.
Singapore invokes fake news law against Bloomberg, 3 others over bungalow sales article
The law ministry says the false statements in the Bloomberg article ‘attack the transparency of property transactions in Singapore’.
Pharma companies get some clarity on SPCs for combination products
Pharmaceutical companies have obtained clarity that so-called combination products are not precluded from obtaining supplementary protection certificates (SPCs) following a new ruling by the EU’s highest court.
How Southeast Asia can become the next AI powerhouse
Young, dynamic and fast, the region has unique advantages, supported by investment in infrastructure, talent, policy support and collaboration.
Why closing Pogos won’t solve the Philippines’ China problems
The battle against corruption, crime and Chinese interference that offshore gaming operators represented is far from over, experts say.
