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Hải Phòng to host third APEC Business Advisory Council meeting
Vietnam News Agency
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HÀ NỘI — The northern port city of Hải Phòng will host the third meeting of the APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC 3) from July 15 to 18, bringing together around 250 delegates from 21 APEC economies. Attendees will include senior leaders from...
Energy Asia 2025 ends with call for urgent regional transition action
Daily Express Malaysia
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June 19, 2025
Energy Asia 2025 ends with call for urgent regional transition action Published on: Thursday, June 19, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jun 19, 2025 By: Larry Ralon Text Size: Dark Mode: Off Taufik (right) with Dr Daniel Yergin (middle) and Dr Atul Arya...
ONA participates in Asia-Pacific News Agencies meeting in Russia
Times of Oman
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St. Petersburg: Oman News Agency (ONA) took part in the General Assembly meeting of the Organization of Asia-Pacific News Agencies (OANA), held on Thursday in St. Petersburg, Russia, under the theme “News Agencies and the Challenges of the Modern...
Unlocking success: Insights on growth, funding from Asia Tech x SG
Coingeek
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June 19, 2025
Homepage > News > Business > Unlocking success: Insights on growth, funding from Asia Tech x SG At the recent Asia Tech x Singapore Summit, a powerhouse panel of founders, investors, and innovation leaders pulled back the curtain on what it takes...
UK simulation tech boosting safety across Oil India’s drilling ops
Offshore Energy
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June 19, 2025
State-owned Oil India Limited has selected 3t Drilling Systems, a UK-headquartered provider of safety-critical training for the energy sector and part of 3t Group, to provide simulator technology for the purpose of providing drilling training for...
Interview: China a reliable partner for South Asian nations amid economic challenges, says Sri Lanka expert
Xinhua News Agency
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by Xinhua writer Chen Dongshu COLOMBO, June 19 (Xinhua) -- China, by steadfastly promoting high-level opening-up and expanding imports of quality goods and services, stands as a reliable partner for Sri Lanka and other South Asian countries in...
Italy’s tech ecosystem: Innovation, growth, and emerging opportunities
Tech.eu
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June 19, 2025
The Italian tech ecosystem in 2024 showed strong performance, with companies raising over €1.3 billion, despite a slight decrease from €1.4 billion in 2023. This drop, however, reflects the overall stability of the ecosystem, as evidenced by the...
Deputy PM encourages promotion of inclusive development among regional economies
Vietnam News Agency
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HÀ NỘI — Deputy Prime Minister Trần Hồng Hà has emphasised the need to promote links and share opportunities for harmonious, sustainable and inclusive development among regional economies. He made the statement while speaking at the opening...
Pakistan, Uzbekistan to form joint working group to boost maritime, blue economy cooperation
Associated Press of Pakistan
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June 19, 2025
ISLAMABAD, Jun 19 (APP):Pakistan and Uzbekistan have agreed to form a joint working group for deepening maritime cooperation, with a focus on unlocking the untapped potential of the blue economy, green shipping and creating a robust trans-regional...
Why capital is flooding into Asia’s emerging markets
Asia Times
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June 19, 2025
In a year dominated by policy instability and asset repricing across developed economies, global capital is shifting course. The momentum now sits with Asia’s emerging markets, where renewed economic strength, demographic force and valuation...
Arabian Travel Market Underscores The Vital Role Of Asia Pacific In The Future Of Tourism As International Travel Is Set To Reach US$2.5 Trillion By 2029
MENAFN
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN- Dubai PR Network) Outbound travel from the Asia Pacific region (APAC) is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7% through 2029 Digital platforms and popular culture are driving travel behaviour Localisation is key to attracting travellers from...
BUILD ASIA Mega Show increases its critical mass in Shanghai
EN
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June 19, 2025
Globus Event has reported that its BUILD ASIA Mega Show, which ran 28-30 May in Shanghai, China, recorded “robust attendance and expansive international participation”. The event spanned 330,000sqm of exhibiting space at the city’s National...
China-South Asia Expo opens, covering all South, SE nations
Global Times
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A view of the South Asia Pavilion at the 9th China-South Asia Expo, which kicks off in Kunming, Southwest China's Yunnan Province, on June 19. The expo sees full participation from South and Southeast Asian countries. Photo: Courtesy of the...
Developing Asia: Mixed picture for foreign investment in 2024
UNCTAD
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June 19, 2025
The region cements its status as the largest recipient of global foreign investment, but trends vary across economies and sectors. In 2024, developing economies of Asia attracted $605 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI), according to the...
From Reform to Roadblocks: The Uneven Evolution of Motor Insurance in Central Asia
Times of Central Asia
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June 19, 2025
Motor insurance markets across Central Asia exhibit contrasting levels of development, from Kazakhstan’s expanding, digitized sector to Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan, where the system remains largely ineffective. Beyond compensating for damages,...
Pak Datacom signs MoU with Asia-Pacific satellite broadband operator
Profit by Pakistan Today
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June 19, 2025
Pak Datacom Limited (PSX: PAKD), a key player in Pakistan’s satellite communication sector, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a next-generation broadband satellite services provider headquartered in the Asia-Pacific region....
President Putin highlights growing ties between Russia and Southeast Asia, including Việt Nam
Vietnam News Agency
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SAINT PETERSBURG — Russia’s cooperation with Southeast Asia is steadily expanding, with trade increasing across the region, including with Việt Nam, President Vladimir Putin said early Thursday (local time). Speaking at a late-night, early-morning...
Luxury Confronts Slowdown Amid Economic Headwinds And Market Disruptions, While Industry Resilience And Strong Fundamentals Underpin Future Prospects
MENAFN
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) Turbulence set to be sector's new baseline for extended period as economic uncertainties and cultural shifts impact demand. But positive longer-term outlook requires brands to decode the new market rhythm and go back to...
IAPH launches cyber resilience guidelines for emerging technologies
Port Technology International
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June 19, 2025
The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) has unveiled a new set of cyber resilience guidelines to address the risks associated with emerging technologies in the maritime supply chain. Prepared by a dedicated working group under...
From biryani to bibimbap, discover Asia’s most beloved rice dishes
Tatler Asia
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From wok-tossed classics to layered comfort meals, Asia’s rice dishes are rooted in regional identity—born from necessity, elevated by centuries of ingenuity. In Asia, rice isn’t just a staple—it’s the soul of the meal. From hawker stalls in...