The release of the South African Renewable Energy Master Plan is a positive step towards providing certainty for investors.
Singapore jails drunk passenger who went berserk on Scoot flight
The man also grabbed a crew member’s wrist and threatened to kill him.
OAIC data confirms cybersecurity threats in Australia are escalating
Cybersecurity threats in Australia are persistent and continue to result in data breaches, with a 15% increase in data breach notifications in the second half of 2024 when compared to the first, according to data from the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OIAC).
Indonesia’s costly bet on French Rafale jets under scrutiny after India-Pakistan aerial clash
US$8.1 billion deal for 42 Rafale jets triggers alarm, but Pakistan’s claims may offer grounds for ‘evaluation’ of their use in Indonesia’s defence strategy.
New Zealand reports record exodus, driving down net immigration
More than half of all citizen departures were to Australia in search of better paying jobs, official figures show.
Philippine midterm election: Marcos set for political ‘thrashing’ at hands of youth voters
Eventual results could weaken president’s influence in Congress, undermine efforts to impeach his deputy and reshape 2028 presidential race.
South Africa’s electricity transmission market to be opened up
Proposed new rules in South Africa have been set out, to enable businesses to provide electricity transmission networks through the independent transmission programme.
Japanese women in South Korean prostitution ring blamed for shaming homeland
Instead of outrage at the traffickers, online anger in Japan has focused on the women involved for damaging national pride.
To align security interests, China and Asean must close trust gaps
Beijing and Southeast Asian capitals can build confidence by upholding local autonomy over foreign agendas and keeping each other accountable.
US-UK deal leaves some uncertainty for businesses
A deal reached between the US and UK will reduce the cost of trans-Atlantic trade of products such as cars, beef and steel, with a broader agreement covering a wider range of goods and services – such as pharmaceuticals and technology – expected to follow, but an expert has warned that significant uncertainties remain for businesses.