Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa said the idea to impose a levy was inspired by Iran’s plan to charge ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Singapore and Malaysia have however said that there must be freedom of navigation through the Strait of Malacca.
The blueprint, released on Wednesday (Apr 22), aims to deepen the construction of "youth-development-oriented cities" - with measures spanning jobs, housing, healthcare, family support and urban services.
Industry leaders say the sector is relatively insulated from ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, despite concerns over the availability of critical materials such as helium.
The Philippines' ambassador to China Jaime FlorCruz says both sides want stable ties, but closer economic relations must not be used as "leverage" in the South China Sea dispute.
Since working from home is becoming a norm, setting up your home to make it conducive and noise-free so that you can focus on your work and video calls without interruption is becoming more than essential.
The weak point of most real estate for sale in Thailand for investment is not the entry. Launch prices are low, payment plans are long and the yield projections are generous. The weak point is the day the owner wants out, because the pool of people who can buy a unit from a foreigner is […]
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We walk through Gardenia Road, a quiet landed estate in Upper Thomson a few minutes on foot from Thomson Plaza and Upper Thomson MRT. Growing up in Upper Thomson meant prata on weekend mornings followed by a trip to the TreeTop Walk to burn it off. To this day, I still fondly think of Thomson […]
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Former Prime Minister Najib Razak’s conditional pardon has sparked concerns over preferential treatment, but analysts say the strengthening BN-PN alliance may prove more decisive in the Melaka polls.
CNA speaks to those from Melaka’s diverse heritage communities ahead of the Nov 14 state election, finding a shared desire for greater recognition, economic security and cultural preservation.
Redevco has let 10,000 sq ft of prime retail space The Pompey Centre, Portsmouth, to restaurant chain Nando’s and outdoor living specialist White Stores.
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From April, landlords will no longer be able to automatically pass on legal costs to leaseholders, who will also be able to demand information about service charges.
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