Andy Thomas

Debate Surrounding Najib’s House Arrest Gag Order Draws Widespread Criticism 0
- News
- 01/14/2025
Malaysian Government Faces Backlash Over Bid to Restrict Discussions KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian government’s effort to impose a gag order on discussions regarding former Prime Minister Najib Razak’s bid for house arrest has triggered significant backlash from experts, politicians, and the public. Critics argue the move is untimely and unnecessary. Public Discourse Already WidespreadConstitutional
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Indonesia’s Stock Market Gears Up for Strong Recovery in 2025 0
- Business
- 01/13/2025
Energy and Real Estate IPOs Drive Optimism with Major Listings Worth Over 3 Trillion Rupiah The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) is set to make a strong comeback in 2025, buoyed by a surge in initial public offerings (IPOs). Seven companies have already launched on the market this year, with 19 more slated to follow. Among
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Malaysia Moves to Silence Discussions on Najib’s House Arrest Appeal 0
- Politics
- 01/13/2025
Government Seeks Gag Order Amid Political Tensions Over Former PM’s Sentence KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian government is pushing for a court-imposed gag order to restrict public and parliamentary discussion regarding former Prime Minister Najib Razak’s controversial bid for house arrest. This development comes after Najib’s recent legal victory sparked political tensions nationwide. Deputy Public
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Singapore Retail Sector Braces for Another Challenging Year in 2025 0
- Business
- 01/10/2025
High Rents, Labour Shortages, and Overseas Demand Trends Pose Ongoing Hurdles Retailers in Singapore are preparing for another difficult year in 2025, as expectations for consumer demand remain subdued, with some of it shifting overseas. Analysts predict only modest growth for the retail sector, provided no significant disruptions occur. A key factor in this outlook
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