Analysts say authorities should relook public housing measures and issue may influence vote patterns in Singapore’s next general election.
Managing HMRC IR35 enquiries: tips for UK businesses
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is increasingly focused on IR35 compliance and enforcement, and businesses with large contractor populations and complex supply chains are most exposed to risk from an enquiry.
Is Vietnam losing its appeal for China’s manufacturers bypassing US tariffs?
Vietnam has long been a preferred destination for foreign-invested projects, but rising costs are pushing Chinese firms to consider their options.
Why the US’ ties with its Asian partners have their limits
Despite US efforts to isolate Russia and counter China, countries such as India and Vietnam are keen to keep counterbalances in play.
UK private equity industry faces uncertainty over taxation of carried interest
The UK private equity industry continues to face uncertainty as it awaits proposed Labour government reform to the taxation of carried interest, an expert has said.
Philippines, China reach deal in effort to stop clashes at fiercely disputed shoal
‘The agreement will not prejudice each other’s positions in the South China Sea,’ says Department of Foreign Affairs in Manila.
Malaysia coastguard intercepts missing oil tanker from Singapore blaze
Malaysian coastguard says Ceres I was intercepted 28 nautical miles off Tioman Island at 1.20am local time on Sunday, pulled by two tug boats.
Malaysia coastguard says tanker involved in fire left site, was using dark-fleet waters
Malaysia’s coastguard said that one of two large oil tankers involved in a fiery collision had left the site of the accident and was believed to have turned off its tracking system.
Vietnamese social media mourns death of ‘perfect communist’ Nguyen Phu Trong
Vietnamese social media users changed their profile pictures to black on Saturday in a show of mourning for the country’s late leader, despite media restrictions and hesitance to express emotion.
3 steps China can take to fix ties with European countries
Amid deteriorating relations with European governments, Beijing must clarify its positions and help set up an equitable power balance.
