Singapore’s Ruling PAP Party Secures Stronger Mandate
SINGAPORE — In the 2025 general election held on May 3, Singapore’s ruling People’s Action Party (PAP) achieved a decisive victory, securing 87 out of 97 parliamentary seats. This marks the PAP’s 14th consecutive win since the nation’s independence in … Continue reading Singapore’s Ruling PAP Party Secures Stronger Mandate
BASF Sharpens Focus on Asia’s Emerging Giants
LUDWIGSHAFEN/BEIJING/DELHI — BASF, the world’s largest chemical producer, is accelerating its pivot toward Asia’s booming economies. At the company’s recent Annual General Meeting, CEO Markus Kamieth underscored plans to intensify growth efforts not only in China but more aggressively in … Continue reading BASF Sharpens Focus on Asia’s Emerging Giants
Thai Royal Couple Pilots Their Own Aircraft to Bhutan
THIMPHU/PARO — In a remarkable blend of royal tradition and personal passion, Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida made global headlines as they personally piloted their Boeing 737-800 to Bhutan’s Paro International Airport, one of the world’s most challenging … Continue reading Thai Royal Couple Pilots Their Own Aircraft to Bhutan
Trump Softens Stance as Trade War Pressures Mount
WASHINGTON/BEIJING — Under growing domestic and international pressure, the Trump administration appears to be shifting its stance in the ongoing trade war with China. Despite previous insistence that Beijing must make the first move, new reports indicate that Washington has … Continue reading Trump Softens Stance as Trade War Pressures Mount
RateHawk Business Results: 67% Bookings Growth
BERLIN – RateHawk, an online B2B system for booking hotels, air tickets, and transfers for travel professionals, celebrates 9 years of operations and reports strong growth in its business results over the past year. In 2024, RateHawk’s net booking value … Continue reading RateHawk Business Results: 67% Bookings Growth