Abenomics: How does it fare, one year on?
Shinzo Abe took the helm as Japan’s sixth prime minister in 2012. Tasked with coming up with a solution for the country’s economic malaise – that’s how Abenomics came about.…
MYANMAR: Aims to increase direct inbound foreign investment index by 10%
Myanmar is aiming to increase inbound foreign direct investment by 10 percent this year to around 3 billion US dollars. It’s targeting agriculture and tourism to lead the drive. Myanmar’s…
INVESTOR INSIGHTS: NO OIL REBOUND IN 2015?
Looks like the crude shock is here to stay. Kay Van-Petersen, Asia Macro Strategist, Saxo Capital Markets tells us why crude prices will stay subdued until 2016. To watch the…
23 Feb 2014 Spotlight: Total Defence concept remains relevant for Singapore
The spectre of threats Singapore faces as a small and vulnerable nation means the Total Defence concept will remain relevant to the country. The Defence Ministry said this will continue,…
SINGAPORE: Demand for private jets expected to rise
Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer has predicted that world demand for private planes will reach 10000 jets over the next decade. Asia Pacific is expected to take up 17 per cent…
Indonesia’s footless goalkeeper, Eman Sulaeman
Eman Sulaeman may have been born with no feet and only one leg, but it hasn’t stopped him from playing football – at home in Indonesia and abroad. https://cna.asia/2uInTor. source
Coffee lovers welcome Starbucks’ debut in India
India has traditionally been a tea-drinking nation, but over the years, the young urbane class has developed a taste for coffee. Big international chains like Starbucks are being embraced by……
Perspectives Jan 2013: Future of Myanmar
How will Myanmar balance economic, political and social reforms while ensuring sustainable development? Is Myanmar’s national reconciliation process a distant dream? Is the international community… source
SINGAPORE: Bombardier opens aircraft services centre at Seletar Aerospace Heights
Aircraft manufacturer Bombardier opened its first aircraft service centre in Asia Pacific on Tuesday. The facility at Seletar Aerospace Heights will provide a one-stop-shop solution to Bombardier’s… source
Interview with Author Martina Cole
Crime writer Martina Cole has written some of the UK’s best-selling crime fiction, with death and violence round every corner. Her latest book, “Revenge” is just out and Suzanne and…