South Korea reports biggest COVID-19 spike since March

[ad_1] SEOUL: South Korea reported 583 new coronavirus cases on Thursday (Nov. 26), the highest since March, as it grapples with a third wave of infections that appears to be getting worse despite tough new social distancing measures. The government reimposed strict social distancing rules in Seoul and the surrounding …

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Public Service Report Card: Singaporeans’ Income Rises and Inequality Decreases, But Growth Suffered by Covid-19, Singapore News & Top Stories

[ad_1] SINGAPORE – Even as Singapore struggles with the consequences of Covid-19, the government has managed to increase income and reduce wealth inequality, while ensuring that necessities such as housing and health care remain affordable. Singapore also continues to be business-friendly and competitive internationally. These are among the key public …

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Comment: Is it too late for the United States to join the CPTPP?

[ad_1] LONDON: Following the signing of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Association (RCEP) on November 15, trade has once again become a key issue for Asian geopolitics and geoeconomics. The RCEP was a clear indication that Asian states would go ahead and even undertake the heavy lifting of drafting regional trade …

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