Why a UN Security Council seat is ‘crucial’ to the Philippines
The Philippines has a strong chance of gaining a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), according to observers. Manila has renewed...
Israel ‘ready to keep talking to China’ despite criticism of Iran air strikes
Israel wants to “continue talking” to China despite its repeated condemnations of the recent attacks on Iran, its ambassador to Beijing has said. Advertisement...
Chinese girl walks home with luggage balanced on pole after exam, inspires many
A Chinese girl has become an online inspiration after a video captured her walking home alone following a crucial exam, dressed in simple clothes...
Logistics expert takes helm of Hong Kong’s consumer watchdog
A senior management member of Hong Kong’s largest vocational training provider with extensive experience in the logistics sector, has been named the new chief...
Former Hong Kong exchange CEO Charles Li aims to list start-up
Charles Li Xiaojia, the former CEO of Hong Kong’s stock-exchange operator, aims to return to the bourse he once ran – as the head...
Hong Kong cook given 160 hours of community service for cruelty to dogs
A chef at a prominent Buddhist monastery in Hong Kong has been sentenced to 160 hours of community service for wrapping two stray dogs...
Hong Kong employment bill may still allow worker exploitation: lawmakers
Published: 12:45pm, 19 Jun 2025Updated: 12:49pm, 19 Jun 2025 A recent law amendment intended to protect part-time workers may still allow employers to sidestep...
Malaysian corruption scandal: are whistle-blowers truly protected?
Published: 12:41pm, 19 Jun 2025Updated: 12:44pm, 19 Jun 2025 Two Malaysian lawmakers – along with the businessman who exposed them in covert videos –...
Indonesia is buying more weapons – but can it sustain such defence spending?
Indonesia’s recent signing of several defence acquisition agreements has shed light on its desire to accelerate military modernisation, but its ability to finance and...