India and Japan show impact of Trump’s tariffs extend beyond trade
For a sign of the degree to which US President Donald Trump’s decision in August to double tariffs on most Indian goods to a...
Mainland China’s billionaire count surges as BYD and Mixue bosses power gains
Published: 4:30pm, 4 Dec 2025Updated: 5:29pm, 4 Dec 2025 Mainland China’s billionaires have tightened their grip as Asia-Pacific’s wealthiest after their combined fortunes swelled...
Penang set to scoop up Chinese tourists skipping Japan, Thailand’s Hat Yai
With Chinese tourists shunning Japan and Thailand’s Hat Yai, Malaysia’s Penang state is poised for a year-end tourism bonanza. Penang tourism committee chairman Wong...
As China’s companies become industry leaders, where in the world are they going?
With their domestic profits narrowing and production capacity expanding, China’s firms are continuing to widen their overseas footprints in search of new, more lucrative...
The Vietnam Fatherland Front’s Monopoly on Disaster Relief–Part 2: How are the Charity Funds Being Used?
As of Nov. 25, the Mặt trận Tổ quốc Việt Nam (Việt Nam Fatherland Front – VFF) announced that its Central Relief Mobilization Committee...
The Vietnam Fatherland Front’s Monopoly on Disaster Relief–Part 3: The People Bear the Costs
The maxim, “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket,” is a cornerstone of investment strategy. It serves as a reminder that portfolios should...
Philippines' Tonik Digital Bank capital boosted by $12m fundraising
December 04, 2025 Tonik Financial, controlling shareholder of Tonik Digital Bank, the Philippines’ first licensed digital-only bank, has raised $12 million in Pre-Series C...
Franz Ferdinand’s Hong Kong gig, magic mushroom therapy: 7 Lifestyle highlights
Published: 3:09pm, 4 Dec 2025Updated: 3:13pm, 4 Dec 2025 We have selected seven Lifestyle stories from the past seven days that resonated with our...
China’s wealthy tone down the bling in Singapore as asset scrutiny deepens
Faced with growing scrutiny by authorities at home and in Singapore, mainland Chinese living in the city state are being more discreet about their...