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Singapore introduces an $802 million relief package to alleviate the impact of the rising cost of living

Singapore’s finance ministry unveiled an additional S$1.1 billion (equivalent to US$802 million) aimed at assisting households in coping with the rising cost of living. This [more…]

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Thailand’s law enforcement narcotics operation resulted in the seizure of methamphetamine, crystalline methamphetamine, and heroin valued at $8.2 million

On Thursday, Thai authorities announced a major drug seizure, one of the largest in the country’s history, involving methamphetamine, crystal meth, and heroin, with an [more…]

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Argentina faces the possibility of hyperinflation following election-related expenditures and a commitment to stabilizing the exchange rate

Economists have issued a warning that Argentina might experience hyperinflation after its October election. This concern arises from the recent spending spree initiated by populist [more…]

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Beijing responds to Manila’s criticism regarding the Scarborough Shoal barrier

The Chinese foreign ministry asserts that the shoal belongs to China and disregards the removal of its buoys. Beijing has criticized the Philippines for removing [more…]

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Indonesia’s updated ecommerce regulations hang in the balance for TikTok Shop, prioritizing small traders as President Widodo emphasizes social media’s non-business role

Leveraging the immense popularity and reach of the TikTok social media platform, TikTok Shop offers a unique shopping experience that seamlessly integrates short-form video content [more…]

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Philippines expresses strong disapproval of Chinese ‘Floating Barrier’ in South China Sea

On Sunday, the Philippines voiced its criticism of the Chinese coast guard’s actions, deeming their installation of what they referred to as a ‘floating barrier’ [more…]