Japan wavers on tax hikes to fund military expansion as Trump’s return adds pressure November 29, 2024 South China Morning Post By Bloomberg Tokyo is yet to decide on the timing of the proposed tax increases to cover the US$280 billion cost. Source: South China Morning Post
Hongkongers brace for disruption as CMB drivers go on strike in 1989 – from SCMP archive November 29, 2024 South China Morning Post By SCMP 35 years ago, Hong Kong’s CMB drivers held a four-hour strike to push for better retirement benefits. Source: South China Morning Post
Bangladesh’s turmoil deepens as Nobel laureate Yunus struggles to restore order November 29, 2024 South China Morning Post By Biman Mukherji Muhammad Yunus faces challenges in restoring order and reviving Bangladesh’s economy amid ethnic tensions and urgent calls for new elections. Source: South China Morning Post