Singapore’s fight against financial crime gets a boost with COSMIC
Singapore’s financial sector is stepping up its game in the fight against financial crime with the launch of a groundbreaking initiative. The Monetary Authority of [more…]
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Japanese whisky is taking a stand by defining new rules that govern the spirit
Japanese whisky, renowned worldwide for its exquisite taste and quality, is set to undergo a transformation starting Monday. The industry is implementing stricter definitions to [more…]
How Australia’s international student cohort has shifted over three decades
Australia’s international student landscape has undergone significant changes over the past three decades. Malaysians, Singaporeans, and Hongkongers, who once dominated the student population, are no [more…]
Standoff at Netherlands nightclub resolved peacefully with suspect arrest
In a dramatic turn of events, a hostage situation at Cafe Petticoat in Ede, eastern Netherlands, came to a peaceful conclusion on Saturday. The tense [more…]
China seeks Dutch support for ‘Normal’ trade of lithography machines
In a twist of diplomatic rhetoric, China’s Commerce Minister Wang Wentao expressed hope for the Netherlands’ support in ensuring the “normal” trade of lithography machines [more…]
Britain-Canada trade arrangements set to expire, car makers face tariff hike
Britain and Canada, long-standing allies with deep historical ties, are facing a hiccup in their post-Brexit trade relations. The recent announcement that trade arrangements enabling [more…]
India to invest $3.7 billion in border fence with Myanmar to curb smuggling
In a bid to curb smuggling and illegal activities, India is set to embark on a monumental task: fencing its 1,610-km (1,000-mile) porous border with [more…]
South Korea’s top hospitals grapple with crisis as doctor walkout continues
The landscape of South Korea’s healthcare system is facing unprecedented challenges as major general hospitals grapple with the repercussions of a prolonged strike by trainee [more…]
Finland and Sweden call for stronger EU sanctions against Russia and Belarus
In a joint news conference, Swedish Foreign Minister Tobias Billstrom and Finnish counterpart Elina Valtonen made a bold statement, urging the European Union to escalate [more…]
Korea’s major financial groups lead in specialized services to growing foreign residents
Banks in Korea are stepping up their game to cater to the growing foreign population, recognizing the importance of offering tailored services to this demographic. [more…]