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Singapore, 25 August 2026 – Singapore will bid to host a proposed permanent international tribunal for disputes between foreign investors and sovereign states, extending the city-state’s strategy of…
ASEAN trade coalitions and industry bodies are accelerating cross-border supply chain integration to strengthen regional manufacturing resilience and trade flows.
The People's Bank of China extended its official gold reserve accumulation to 18 consecutive months, bolstering bullion liquidity for cross-border currency swaps.
Hong Kong, 25 August 2026 – Hong Kong’s design sector is positioning artificial intelligence, brand strategy and cross-industry collaboration as connected sources of commercial value. The Hong Kong…
Singapore, 25 August 2026 – A Singapore student’s response to household allergies offers a small but instructive example of how applied engineering skills can grow from an everyday…
Vietnam’s National Assembly approved US$3 billion in rail funding for the Lao Cai–Hanoi–Haiphong line, connecting northern industrial parks directly to China.
Japan is drafting tax incentives for corporate carve-outs to dismantle conglomerate discounts and accelerate Tokyo Stock Exchange capital efficiency reforms.
Japanese authorities deployed automated AI verification tools to combat viral disaster disinformation, securing emergency communications and public safety.
China’s institutionalized anti-corruption campaign is transforming financial governance, eliminating shadow banking risks and enhancing state asset discipline.
Hongkong Post is transforming into a regional cross-border e-commerce logistics hub, leveraging automated airport facilities and Greater Bay Area connectivity.
