Opinion | Despite China’s diplomatic rise, US still holds key to wars in Ukraine and Gaza

The United States Postal Service (USPS) announced that it would resume accepting parcels from China and Hong Kong, reversing a previous suspension caused by President Trump ending a trade provision for duty-free shipments from retailers like Temu, Shein, and Amazon. The USPS is collaborating with Customs and Border Protection to implement efficient collection mechanisms for new China tariffs to minimize delivery disruptions. The Trump administration imposed a 10% tariff on Chinese goods and eliminated the...

China's MOFCOM added PVH and Illumina to its 'unreliable entity' list for violating market principles and discriminating against Chinese companies, amid escalating US-China trade tensions. PVH faces scrutiny for alleged improper conduct in Xinjiang, impacting its presence in China, while Illumina's inclusion reflects broader geopolitical tensions. The move comes as part of China's response to US sanctions, signaling increased scrutiny of US corporations operating in China. Full Article

DOF Subsea, a Norwegian offshore vessel owner, has secured two subsea contracts in the Asia-Pacific region. The first contract involves deploying the dive support vessel Skandi Singapore in Malaysian waters for 30 days in the second quarter, while the second deal includes construction support services in Indonesia for seven weeks in the third quarter. These contracts, valued at approximately $30m, encompass project management, engineering, subsea, and logistics support provided by DOF. Full Article

Singapore's parliament passed the Maintenance of Racial Harmony Bill, imposing controls on "race-based" business groups and clan associations to safeguard racial harmony and curb foreign influence. Designated entities must disclose foreign donations and overseas affiliations, with Minister of Home Affairs K. Shanmugam empowered to issue restraining orders against groups posing a threat to public peace. The legislation is part of Singapore's efforts to combat foreign influence and misinformation, with over 300 entities expected to be...

In the "Add your investment information" section, you can input details such as the investment stage, size, and date. You have the option to indicate your participation in the funding round and join the investment. However, the company currently does not have any funding information available. Full Article

Opposition leader Peter Dutton in Australia is adopting a Trump-like approach by criticizing "woke" issues and emphasizing government efficiency in his campaign against Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Dutton's messaging seems to be resonating with some voters, as evidenced by a recent poll showing Albanese's approval rating at a low point. Dutton's focus on issues like Indigenous rights and Australia Day appeals to a working-class base feeling ignored by traditional political leadership, in a bid to...