Indonesia’s new finance chief plans US$12 billion boost for lending
Indonesia’s new finance minister wants to immediately flood the economy with roughly US$12 billion in cash to jump-start lending, proving his commitment to President...
Malaysian society is polarised but can overcome challenges: Anthony Loke
Malaysia may have become more polarised amid intense race rhetoric and systemic problems, but individuals have agency to do their part and private companies...
Arts hub in Hong Kong’s east Kowloon positioned to be city’s Broadway
Published: 7:01pm, 11 Sep 2025Updated: 7:08pm, 11 Sep 2025 A new arts and performing hub in Hong Kong’s east Kowloon, set to debut in...
China backs Three Gorges megaproject, hot on heels of giant Tibet dam
China’s top economic planner has flagged a megaproject to expand shipping capacity on the Three Gorges, slated to span the coming five-year plan, while...
Over 100 countries to send defence officials to China’s Xiangshan security forum
Published: 7:00pm, 11 Sep 2025Updated: 7:23pm, 11 Sep 2025 China will host defence officials from more than 100 countries next week at the Beijing...
Britain fires Mandelson as US ambassador over links to Jeffrey Epstein
Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer sacked his ambassador in Washington Peter Mandelson on Thursday following fresh revelations about the diplomat’s friendship with the late...
Arrests of Indonesian protesters spur fears of censorship, more political chaos
Published: 6:30pm, 11 Sep 2025Updated: 6:44pm, 11 Sep 2025 The arrests of activists and social media users in Indonesia on accusations of inciting violence...
‘Very valuable’ role for Hong Kong in helping UN body reach green finance goals
Published: 6:28pm, 11 Sep 2025Updated: 7:46pm, 11 Sep 2025 Hong Kong can play a role in helping the UN achieve its sustainability and humanitarian...
Hong Kong lawmakers pass controversial tobacco control bill to cut smoking rate
Published: 6:20pm, 11 Sep 2025Updated: 6:49pm, 11 Sep 2025 Hong Kong lawmakers have passed a controversial tobacco control bill that aims to further lower...