A Meta official on Wednesday called the timeline to apply for a licence ‘exceptionally accelerated’, saying the plan lacked clarity.
Energy infrastructure consent process in Scotland to be reformed
Reforms designed to streamline the process for developers to obtain consent for major new energy infrastructure projects in Scotland have been opened to consultation.
Mother’s car ploughs through school fence in Australia, killing 1
The 40-year-old mother was making a U-turn when she crashed through a fence and into an outdoor table where five children were seated.
Is Indonesia’s ‘big brother’ role in South China Sea dispute a model for the Philippines?
Analysts at a forum urged Manila to strengthen ties with Jakarta to leverage Indonesia’s regional leadership and economic power against China’s claims.
What Irish investment funds might expect from macroprudential regulations
A review of regulations governing liquidity management and leverage is likely to be considered by the Central Bank of Ireland (Central Bank) as it proceeds with plans for the development of a macroprudential framework for the investment funds sector.
India unveils its first private military aircraft manufacturing hub
The Tata Aircraft Complex will produce Airbus C-295 military transport aircraft for the Indian Air Force in collaboration with Airbus Spain.
Chinese flag dispute in Malaysia sparks nationalist backlash, escalating tensions
Chinese flags waved at a festival in Perak state prompted a nationalist counter rally and rekindled concerns over foreign influence.
Singapore seeks to navigate US-China rivalry regardless of presidential election outcome
The city state has adapted well to the rivalry and is unlikely to shift from its hedging policy between Washington and Beijing, analysts say.
Philippines strengthens South China Sea strategy with US$56 million Thitu Island upgrade
A major upgrade of the airstrip on the island, known locally as Pag-asa, is among the most critical projects in Manila’s new defence concept.
Uproar in Malaysia after China flags waved at Perak cultural event
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil urged people to avoid making racially-charged comments over the incident.
