- With ceasefire talks stalled, fears are growing that events will ‘spiral out of control’ in Gaza, where a looming humanitarian crisis is unfolding
- Deaths from malnutrition and dehydration are starting to add to the tens of thousands of Palestinians already killed, as Israel vows to press on
- With ceasefire talks stalled, fears are growing that events will ‘spiral out of control’ in Gaza, where a looming humanitarian crisis is unfolding
- Deaths from malnutrition and dehydration are starting to add to the tens of thousands of Palestinians already killed, as Israel vows to press on
India-friendly Bhutan walks tightrope as it seeks to end border row with China
While Bhutan relies on India economically, Delhi also needs to ensure Thimpu remains an ally amid Beijing’s increasing presence and influence in the kingdom, analysts say.
‘Outrageous’ nostalgia for journalist’s stabbing puts Korean media on notice
A chilling warning from a senior presidential aide about possible terror attacks against dissenting journalists has put President Yoon Suk-yeol’s war on ‘fake news’ under the spotlight.
Singapore opposition chief pleads not guilty to charges of lying to parliament
Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh was charged with two counts of lying to a parliamentary committee in hearings involving his party’s former MP Raeesah Khan.
Poverty looms over Malaysia’s elderly as low pay bites back in retirement
Left unchecked, more than 6 million Malaysians could be left with less than US$9 a month to survive on in their old age, according to government estimates.
Indonesia
- In a wide-ranging interview with This Week in Asia, the third-generation inheritor said he had set his sights on elevating his home nation
- Read on for the Jakarta-based CEO’s thoughts on the importance of growth, innovation – and why Indonesia is the next China
Indonesia
Lippo Group’s John Riady on his hopes, dreams for Indonesia, the family business
In a wide-ranging interview with This Week in Asia, the third-generation inheritor of one of Asia’s most visible corporate brands said he had set his sights on elevating his home nation.
CG Corp Global’s Nirvana Chaudhary talks expansion, wealth and uplifting Nepal
Read on for the Nepali businessman’s thoughts about giving back to society – and his dream of creating ‘small universes under a big universe’ for his company.
Crazy rich Asians: the next generation – and the struggle with succession
As Asia’s richest families prepare to hand down US$2.5 trillion in wealth by 2030, an intergenerational divide emerges over how and where the money should be spent.