[Analytics] RCEP shows that open regionalism still calls the shots
Whether fully intended or not, Australian trade policy is embracing a theatrical element that serves…
Chinese President Xi arrives in Hong Kong for handover anniversary
HONG KONG, Jun 30, 2022, AFP/Bloomberg/Reuters. Hong Kong has overcome its challenges and “risen from…
Maria Ressa’s Rappler news site ordered to shut by Philippine regulators
MANILA, Jun 29, 2022, ST. Philippine regulators have moved once more to shut down Rappler,…
Chinese investment in Australia plunges to lowest level since at least 2007
SYDNEY, Jun 28, 2022, ST. A diplomatic falling out between Australia and China has taken…
Jackie Chan attracts gets million ‘likes’ in his inaugural entry into ‘live streaming’
KUALA LUMPUR, Jun 27, 2022, Malay Mail. Hong Kong super star Jackie Chan’s maiden entry…
[Analytics] Indonesia’s financial sector needs more consumer protection
In line with the Indonesian government’s goal to build a strong financial sector, the Indonesian…
India plans safety rating system for passenger cars
NEW DELHI, Jun 25, 2022, Reuters. India will introduce a safety rating system for passenger…
US in process of releasing monkeypox vaccine from national stockpile for ‘high-risk’ people
WASHINGTON D.C., Jun 24, 2022, CNN. The United States is responding to a request for…
IMF holds talks in Sri Lanka as cabinet moves to cut president’s powers
COLOMBO, Jun 21, 2022, Reuters. An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team began bailout talks in…
EU, India relaunch talks for free trade agreement
BRUSSELS, Jun 18, 2022, Reuters. The European Union and India yesterday relaunched negotiations to forge…
From phantom entities to real values: Putin addresses SPIEF plenary session
ST. PETERSBURG, June 17, 2022, TASS. Russia is entering an era of tectonic changes as…
S. Korea announces plan to launch space rocket on June 21 after replacing defective part
SEOUL, Jun 17, 2022, Yonhap. South Korea announced Friday it plans to launch its homegrown…