Trump tariff deals bring some clarity for Asia, the world’s biggest manufacturing region

SYDNEY – After months of uncertainty, US President Donald Trump’s latest tariff deals are providing clarity on the broad contours of a new trade landscape for the world’s biggest manufacturing region, Asia. Mr Trump on July 22 announced a deal...

Chinese car brand Hongqi, touted as ‘China’s Rolls-Royce’, to debut in Singapore in 2026

As part of Hongqi’s ambitions to become a global brand, the company has embarked on expansion plans to establish its presence in Southeast Asia, Europe and Latin America. In Singapore, automotive industry titan Eurokars has been appointed the...

Business News | Indian Real Estate Sees Surge in Credit Ratings, IPOs, and Healthier Balance Sheets Post-pandemic: Colliers

New Delhi [India], July 29 (ANI): India's real estate sector is witnessing a significant rise in credit rating, booming IPO activity, and healthier balance sheets in the post-pandemic era, according to a report by Colliers India. The country's...

stc Bahrain inks strategic partnership with Singapore Gulf Bank

Bahrain - stc Bahrain, a digital enabler, has announced a strategic partnership with Singapore Gulf Bank Bahrain to deliver advanced IT infrastructure and services that will enhance the bank’s operational efficiency and customer experience. This...

‘This is insane’: Joyce unloads on renewable energy policies in fiery interview

Barnaby Joyce has unloaded on Australia’s “insane” renewable energy policies during a fiery interview with Sky News host Laura Jayes. Mr Joyce has announced plans to introduce a private members' bill to repeal climate reduction targets, and...

Planned reclamation near seagrass meadow sparks concerns over confidentiality of Singapore’s environmental reviews

Despite adjustments made to limit damage to one of Singapore’s largest seagrass meadows, as local broadsheet The Straits Times reported, community members are urging the authorities to further scale back the project to protect Changi Beach as a...

Indian-origin Shailesh Jejurikar to lead P&G as Global CEO: How Mumbai University and IIM Lucknow shaped his rise

On January 1, 2026, Shailesh Jejurikar will take over as President and Chief Executive Officer of Procter & Gamble (P&G), succeeding Jon Moeller. Based in the United States, P&G is a global leader in consumer goods, known for brands such as Tide,...

Bridging digital divide critical to Sabah’s logistics growth

Bridging digital divide critical to Sabah’s logistics growth Published on: Wednesday, July 23, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jul 23, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Dark Mode: Off Ramli Amir said digital transformation, including the development of...

Events industry growing despite budget pressures

A new report reveals the global business events industry is growing despite economic constraints. According to the inaugural Global Trends Report from FCM Meetings & Events, the international meetings and events industry continues to evolve...

Amundi and Endowus Launch Nation’s First STI-Focused Index Fund for Singapore Investors by a Global Asset Manager

Amundi, the largest European asset manager and a global leader in index investing, partnered with Endowus, Asia’s leading independent wealth advisor and investment platform, to launch the Amundi Singapore Straits Times (the “Fund”). This landmark...

Closing Bell: ASX jumps 0.69pc as energy and resources do the heavy lifting

Resource stocks have been flexing their muscles on the ASX of late, headlining gains on the ASX three sessions in a row. Pic: Getty Images Resource stocks fuel market gains again, up 0.96pc 10 of 11 sectors higher as trade deal provides much...

Zac Lucas on Redefining Trust Structuring for India’s UHNW Families

As Partner – International Private Wealth at Spencer West LLP, Zac Lucas is recognised across global private wealth circles for his sharp legal mind and advocacy for practical, forward-thinking governance frameworks. Ahead of his participation at...

UP Eyes ₹10 Lakh Crore Industrial Investment By Nov 2025; Plans Global Roadshows To Boost Inflows

UP Eyes ₹10 Lakh Crore Industrial Investment By Nov 2025; Plans Global Roadshows To Boost Inflows | Uttar Pradesh is on track to surpass ₹10 lakh crore in industrial investment by November 2025, as the state accelerates its economic transformation...

Actis acquires KKR-backed energy management firm bbp

Global sustainable infrastructure investor Actis has acquired Barghest Building Performance (bbp), a KKR-backed energy-efficiency solutions provider for HVAC systems across Asia, for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition is part of Actis’s Asia...

Emirates Takes Off With New PR Agency For Southeast Asia

SINGAPORE — Emirates has appointed Ruder Finn Era as its public relations agency of record for Southeast Asia, following a multi-agency pitch involving several leading regional firms. The mandate will see Ruder Finn Era take on communications...

Zurich takes Swiss Re’s Michael Szwajda as Singapore broker relationship lead

Singapore creates ‘sustainable aviation’ centre

The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) has set up the Asia Pacific Sustainable Aviation Centre (APSAC) to advance sustainable aviation in the Asia-Pacific region through policy research, collaboration and capacity building. Han Kok Juan,...

11:11 | India targets $1B leather, footwear exports to UK under FTA; P&G names Shailesh Jejurikar as CEO & more

An ambitious export target, regulatory vacancies, shifting inflation outlooks, and the rise of another Indian-origin global CEO—today's edition spans India's trade ambitions, digital disruptions in insurance, and the reality check facing tech...

Singaporeans least worried about AI travel scams, global study finds

SINGAPORE: Singaporeans are the least concerned in the world about AI-powered scams in the travel industry, with only 37% consumers in the city-state saying they lack confidence in the industry’s ability to protect them from identity fraud,...

Filipino pop group SB19 to perform in Singapore this August

Since debuting in 2018, SB19 has become one of the most awarded P-pop (Pinoy pop) acts in history and a driving force in Asian music. They have been credited with putting P-pop on the map – making history as the first Southeast Asian act nominated...