Cambodia’s oil dreams offer development, independence but risk corruption
After years of delay, Cambodia began extracting oil for the first time in December 2020, signaling a new era for the country’s economy.
Articles by Natasha Teja
Singapore’s DBS bank launches cryptocurrency exchange
On December 18, Singapore-based DBS bank launched the first cryptocurrency exchange in the world backed by a traditional bank.
Singaporean firm invents 60-second breathalyzer COVID-19 test
A pilot clinical trial of a new breathalyzer COVID-19 test has shown more than 90% accuracy but it’s a long road ahead to commercial production and widespread use.
Bali’s economy struggles to survive without tourists
Bali’s economic lifeline was severed when the Indonesian government officially closed borders on March 20. Now, after seven months without tourists, the island is struggling to survive.
Thailand’s ongoing battle with its pervasive gun culture
Thailand experienced one of the worst mass shootings in its history in early 2020. However, with no major push to curb the country’s thriving underground firearms trade, the struggle to tame its violent gun culture continues.