Indonesia Set to Lead the way in Geothermal Energy
Next month Indonesia will begin construction of its long-delayed $1.6 billion Sarulla project, which will be the world’s largest geothermal power plant.
Sheltered Walkways Project Improving Commutes in Singapore
LTA has awarded two contracts to construct sheltered walkways around 59 MRT stations in the north-western and north-eastern parts of Singapore.
Singapore Hosts Global Islamic Banking Conference Next Week
The 5th Annual World Islamic Banking Conference takes advantage of the increasing trade and investment flows between the Middle East and Asia.
China Reveals Plans to Scrap Millions of Cars to Reduce Pollution
China aims to take 6 million cars off the road in an attempt to improve air quality in smog-hit regions.
HDB Commence Work Building 40,000 New Homes
HDB has started work on 40,000 new high-spec homes in Singapore. The HDB is undergoing work on three new housing projects to join their existing list of green developments.
JD.com Raises $1.78 Billion
JD.com Inc., a Chinese online retailer whose business model is similar to Amazon.com Inc.’s, raised $1.78 billion in its US initial public offering after pricing the shares above the marketed range.
Singapore Remains in Top Spot as an Investor-Friendly Location
Singapore has retained the top spot in the Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) latest ranking of the world’s most investor-friendly locations.
China’s Economy May Have Already Surpassed the US
An update on the previous news that China is set to overtake the US economy may have already happened.
