OCBC and UOB eye Bank Licences in Myanmar
OCBC Bank and UOB have both confirmed that they have been granted preliminary approval for foreign bank licences to operate in Myanmar.
Asia Commercial Real Estate set to Boom
Transaction volumes of commercial real estate in the Asia-Pacific region are set to rise dramatically in the second half of this year.
Singapore 4th Most Expensive City in the World for Expats
Singapore has climbed one place to become the fourth most expensive city in the world for expatriates.
Malaysia Banks in Mega-Merger Talks
Three of Malaysia’s largest financial institutions are in talks to combine their businesses, in a move that would create one of southeast Asia’s biggest lenders by assets as well as build what they said would be a “mega Islamic bank”.
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’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.
China is Pressing for Vast Asia-Pacific Free Trade Agreement
China is pushing for a significant Asia-Pacific free trade agreement, as a rival US-led deal that excludes the country is yet to reach an agreement.
Aviva Sees Strong Growth in Singapore Life Insurance
The British insurer Aviva reported late March that they had seen strong growth in its Singapore operations, led by life insurance.
Investment Profile: South Korea
With a population of about 50 million and GDP in the range of US$1.19 trillion as of 2013, APAC Outlook Magazine takes a deep dive into the investment potential of South Korea.
India International Insurance : The Ayes Have It
India International Insurance celebrates 25 years of underwriting and maintaining a superb claims record.
