China Housing Shows Little Improvement Despite Support Measures
China’s property slump remained a drag on the economy in September despite several steps taken by authorities in
2023-10-18 12:50
How same-sex unions are rooted in Indian tradition
History demonstrates that same-sex love flourished in ancient and medieval India in various forms.
2023-10-18 12:47
Xi Defends Belt and Road as Chinese Initiative Loses Steam
Chinese President Xi Jinping defended his flagship Belt and Road Initiative, casting the $1 trillion program as a
2023-10-18 12:17
Singaporeans Fret Most Over High Costs, Wages in Latest Survey
Singapore’s high living cost is by far the most important issue facing the city-state, according to a new
2023-10-18 11:46
IMF says China property slowdown will weigh on Asia's growth
By Xinghui Kok SINGAPORE The International Monetary Fund (IMF) downgraded its 2023 and 2024 growth forecasts for China,
2023-10-18 11:17
Bank of Japan Steps Into Market to Slow Rising Bond Yields
The Bank of Japan announced an unscheduled bond-purchase operation on Wednesday, reminding the market of its determination to
2023-10-18 10:16
BOJ Discusses Raising FY24 Price View to 2% or More
The Bank of Japan is likely to discuss raising its inflation projection for fiscal year 2023 and 2024
2023-10-18 09:58
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov Set to Arrive in North Korea
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is set for his first visit to North Korea in about five years,
2023-10-18 09:55
Singapore Wine Auction Nets $4.2 Million, As Valuable Whisky Fails to Sell
The oldest wine merchant in the US held its first live auction in Singapore on Saturday, seeking to
2023-10-18 09:49
Credit Suisse Loses Six Bankers From APAC Financing Group
Several Credit Suisse bankers focused on private financing in Southeast Asia are leaving the firm, joining an exodus
2023-10-18 09:47
Musk's X Tests $1-a-Year Subscription to Reduce Spam, Bot Accounts
X, the social network formerly known as Twitter, began testing a $1-per-year subscription fee for new accounts on
2023-10-18 09:19
Oil Rallies as Gaza Hospital Blast Ratchets Up Regional Tensions
Oil rallied as a deadly explosion at a Gaza hospital boosted tensions in the Middle East before President
2023-10-18 09:19