‘Huge uncertainty’ for EU firms over China’s Covid curbs, chamber warns
by Beiyi SEOW Many European firms are rethinking their investments in China because of its strict Covid controls, a top…
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French prosecutors issue international arrest warrant for Ghosn
by Clara WRIGHT Agence France Presse Nanterre, France (AFP) -- French authorities have issued an international arrest warrant for…
4 years ago
Putin says ‘no other way’ to defend Russia other than invading Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that Moscow had no other choice but to invade Ukraine to ensure Russia's security,…
4 years ago
EU wants human rights, climate checks on supply chains
BRUSSELS, Belgium (AFP) - The EU on Wednesday presented draft legislation to force big companies to do due diligence on…
4 years ago
Bananas to fish scales: fashion’s hunt for eco-materials
by Eric RANDOLPH Agence France-Presse PARIS, France (AFP) - Sneakers made from banana or pineapple leaves, dresses from nettles or…
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World’s 10 richest men doubled wealth during Covid: report
PARIS, France (AFP) -- The world's 10 wealthiest men doubled their fortunes during the first two years of the…
4 years ago
Hong Kong retailers forge new path without mainland Chinese tourists
by Holmes CHAN Three years of democracy protests followed by a pandemic have devastated Hong Kong retailers who had grown…
5 years ago
Equity and oil markets slump on Omicron panic
by Roland JACKSON Agence France Presse Global equity and oil markets slumped Monday on investor panic over the impact…
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Palace: Employers, establishments can still require wearing of face shields inside their premises
(Eagle News) – Malacanang clarified on Friday, Nov. 19, that the use of face shields---while already voluntary in areas…
5 years ago
Porters carry Istanbul’s trade traditions on their backs
by Remi BANET Agence France-Presse ISTANBUL, Turkey (AFP) - Just blocks from Istanbul's Grand Bazaar, porter Bayram Yildiz waits his…
5 years ago
Rolls-Royce launches nuclear reactor business
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) - UK aircraft engine maker Rolls-Royce on Tuesday launched plans to build small low-cost nuclear reactors…
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Japan eases border rules to allow business travellers, students
TOKYO, Japan (AFP) -- Japan said Friday it will allow short-term business travellers, foreign students and other visa holders…
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