Despite mounting international sanctions and political isolation, Myanmar’s military junta continues aggressively promoting gemstone sales to China, an essential lifeline sustaining its fragile economic resources. The lucrative ruby and sapphire trade remains pivotal for the military regime’s revenue, even as numerous countries seek to restrict financial flows that support Myanmar’s ...
In the early 21st century, few global developments have been as striking and influential as the rise of China’s economy in the 21st century. What was once considered a developing country, heavily reliant on agriculture and foreign aid, has rapidly transformed into a global powerhouse in manufacturing, technology, finance, and ...
By Stella Rodrz, HONG KONG To answer the question, “What are the mindsets and practices of excellent CEOs?,” we started with the six main elements of the CEO’s job—elements touched on in virtually all literature about the role: setting the strategy, aligning the organization, leading the top team, working with ...
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has reached a deal with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that will allow it to continue operating in the US while facing a fraud lawsuit. The SEC accused Binance and its founder Changpeng Zhao of violating securities laws, operating unregistered exchanges and ...
