While some analysts note ‘trepidation’, others say US seeks deeper trade and defence ties with India as leverage in talks with China.
South Africa anti-corruption reform pause ‘disappointing development’
The rejection of anti-corruption legislation in South Africa is a disappointing development for an area in much need of reform, an expert has said.
Who are Philippines’ ‘Pogo personalities’? Figures tied to banned sector linger, critics warn
Despite a ban on Pogos, high-profile figures linked to the industry remain, raising concerns about a growing network of criminal syndicates in the Philippines.
Recurring payment consultation will help move towards widespread use of ‘open’ payment method
A recently launched consultation seeks to lay the groundwork for the launch of commercial variable recurring payments (cVPRs) method across the UK, ensuring that there are no material errors or deficiencies in the documents underpinning this innovative payment product.
After power cuts to scam factories, Malaysians ask for more to be done to get family home
Sister of a scam victim – who was lured to Myanmar under the pretence of a job – says she hopes he can be home for Ramadan at the end of the month.
Indonesia’s Prabowo launches another ‘quick-win priority’ – free health checks
The programme provides a free voucher of basic health screening for every Indonesian and is set to cost US$287.3 million this year.
UK ‘T+1’ migration date crystallised in taskforce recommendation
A group advising the UK government on when the settlement cycle for securities transactions should be shortened has proposed that the formal migration to a ‘T+1’ model should take effect on 11 October 2027.
Australian man who tried to dissolve teenage wife’s body in acid bath jailed
Meraj Zafar was previously issued a restraining order for threatening Arnima Hayat’s father over his intention to marry the victim.
Malaysia data centres warned to find new water sources to ease pressure on public supply
Data shows that water infrastructure in three states can only provide 142 million litres a day to firms, far short of the total 808 MLD needed.
Major study explores AI use in infrastructure and real estate
A major study is exploring how businesses around the world are using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to deliver infrastructure and real estate projects – as well as industry expectations over future use.