Singapore says Shopee safe as Amazon against scams. Carousell, Facebook Marketplace rank worst
Carousell and Facebook Marketplace, meanwhile, have remained in the bottom two tiers of the ratings since they were first launched in May 2022.
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US wants to ‘flip script’, isolate China with allies’ help, says Washington’s ambassador to Tokyo
Rahm flagged the importance of the alliance with Japan in helping the US switch to a more multinational approach to security and economic development. The US has been known for a “hub and spokes” approach to security ties that didn’t require close relationships among its allies.
Taiwan appoints ruling party's former chairman as new premier
TAIPEI (Reuters) -- Taiwan President-elect Lai Ching-te appointed Cho Jung-tai, a former chairman of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), to be his premier on Wednesday, with appointments for other roles such as foreign minister due to be announced soon.
China shakes wheat market with cancelled shipments from U.S., Australia
TOKYO -- The global wheat market has been hit by Chinese buyers cancelling major shipments, seemingly in an attempt to secure better prices and bolster the country's food security.
Non U.S.-made EVs secure tax credits via lease loophole
WASHINGTON -- The ratio of leases among electric vehicle sales in the U.S. has risen as high as 90% for some models, as overseas automakers take advantage of a loophole that allows some foreign-made cars to receive the same tax credits as those assembled in America.
How food crosses Malaysia's ethno-religious boundaries
It is 10 p.m., but Nasi Kandar Deen bistro in Kuala Lumpur is buzzing. Young Malay men, some in prayer robes and caps, others in jeans and baseball caps, chat over drinks and a post-Ramadan meal. A young Chinese woman taps a laptop as her companion browses his phone. Three generations of an Indian family are just departing, leaving shining steel serving platters blotted with sauce.
What 'vibecession'? Some 80% of people in Singapore say they're bullish about the economy
Majority of the residents in Singapore are bullish about where the economy is headed and confident that the government will be able to support them during their retirement.
Australia will decide on use of its Aukus submarines, US Pacific commander says
“I think that will be Australia’s call, how they decide to utilise their operational units when and if the time comes,” Admiral John Aquilino said when asked to confirm US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell’s claims during a Tuesday interview with Sydney-based think tank the Lowy Institute.