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Money laundering worldwide hits $6 trillion
Corruption can reduce real GDP per capita growth by 3% for up to two years, while money laundering amounts to as much as US$6 trillion annually worldwide, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Swiss president to visit Thailand
Swiss President Guy Parmelin will visit Thailand from Thursday until Saturday to strengthen bilateral ties, promote trade and investment, and discuss regional and international cooperation.
Southern Thailand braces for heavy rain
Cooler winds signal Thailand’s transition into the cold season, but heavy rain and possible flash floods remain a concern along the southern Gulf coast, particularly from Oct 23-27, forecasters say.
Philippine law targeting foreign agents spurs fears of free speech curbs
Philippine officials want a new anti-foreign interference law ahead of the 2028 presidential election, as a raid on a suspected online scam centre near the country’s military headquarters and reports of Chinese-linked money transfers to a company tied to Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio’s family fuel national security concerns. On Monday, immigration and military operatives arrested 76 foreigners at a facility in Quezon City suspected of being linked to Philippine offshore gaming operators...
Philippine law targeting foreign agents spurs fears of free speech curbs
Philippine officials want a new anti-foreign interference law ahead of the 2028 presidential election, as a raid on a suspected online scam centre near the country’s military headquarters and reports of Chinese-linked money transfers to a company tied to Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio’s family fuel national security concerns. On Monday, immigration and military operatives arrested 76 foreigners at a facility in Quezon City suspected of being linked to Philippine offshore gaming operators...
COE review: The gap between luxury and mass-market cars isn’t the only one worth bridging
Commercial vehicles and motorcycles, whose prices vary significantly within their categories, merit a closer look
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Malay rulers call for dignified resolution to Negeri Sembilan throne dispute
They warn against political exploitation, urge outsiders not to interfere.
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Ex-Span chief questions data centre water source plan, warns of public costs
Deputy minister's concerns suggest entire ecosystem has not been carefully designed, planned before implementation - Charles.
IMF chief urges Asean states to do more for the vulnerable
The International Monetary Fund has urged Southeast Asian governments to protect vulnerable households, pursue economic reforms and deepen regional cooperation to strengthen resilience against global economic shocks.
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Tuanku Muhriz: Custom cannot be defended by violating its own rules
Ruler urges disputes over succession be settled through Adat and law.