Nothing wrong with learning from others, Kor Ming says

THE Local Government Development Ministry had already conducted several engagement sessions with Singapore’s Housing Development Board since 2015, in the areas of housing and solid waste management, its minister Nga Kor Ming said. Nga, in a statement, rebuffed allegations by certain political parties that the engagement sessions were made to fill the weaknesses of Malaysian […]

India showcases military might in Republic Day parade

INDIA showcased its military might with tanks and flyovers by roaring fighter jets in the heart of New Delhi today to mark its annual Republic Day.  The yearly parade is a tightly choreographed spectacle of motorbike stunts, traditional dance and camel-mounted soldiers at a time when the emergent Asian power faces onerous security challenges.

Philippines economy grows 7.6% despite inflation threat

THE Philippines’ economic growth beat expectations last year, expanding to its fastest pace in 46 years on the back of strong consumer spending despite rising inflation, officials said today. GDP expanded 7.6% last year, the state statistics agency said in a briefing, faster than the pandemic-blighted 5.7% output in 2021.