Indonesia remains a key market despite stock market pressure and policy tightening: UOB FDI advisory head
Indonesia’s government has sharply cut nickel mining quotas this year, while international ratings agency MSCI has warned of a downgrade for the country’s stock market, drawing attention to its investment climate and foreign capital flows. However, Sam Cheong, head of group foreign direct investment (FDI) advisory at United Overseas Bank (UOB), believes Indonesia remains an important investment market in ASEAN.
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Temple visits and Nyonya cooking: A young Peranakan keeps his ancestors’ memories alive
Raised in a Baba family with a mix of traditions, Krisada Virabhak has spent a decade documenting his heritage on social media. From the gossip and strange tales of Joo Chiat’s old lanes to the sweet and savoury flavours at the dining table, he pieces together the history of three generations of his Nyonya family.
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Community groups can help support those with special needs and reduce screen time: Desmond Lee
Excessive social media use can affect an individual’s mental health and shrink their social circle. Education Minister Desmond Lee said efforts to reduce screen time cannot be left to the government alone. Community organisations can also play a role by creating opportunities for residents to interact and encouraging them to put aside their phones and other electronic devices for a while.
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