Asia's big economies slip, with China in 100th place and Japan in 114th
'Consensus' reached on freezing certain provisions, but obstacles remain
Asia's emerging economies the place to be, according to the World Bank
But doubts raised over role of sugar tax in curbing diabetes
With Banyan Tree resort, state revamps Mandai in hope of drawing 10 million
Participants snagged over how much to open their markets in trade pact
The balance of regional vs. national interests is becoming trickier to maintain
US still plays critical role in security, but needs to clarify strategy
Panelists urge calm and deeper American engagement in the region
Singapore's Lee the latest leader to seek continued US presence to ward off China
Singapore says maritime exercise will build trust and confidence amid sea dispute
Call for denuclearization of Korean Peninsula, self-restraint in South China Sea, respect for UN
Revising the constitution could fuel tensions in the region
Electricity market to be fully liberalized in 2018: trade minister
The city state wants to be make itself a REIT and arbitration hub
But Iskandar needs a game plan to unseat rival cities as hub
Najib says land acquisition process has started, as MyHSR unveils station designs
Michael Froman warns of 'risk that the whole thing unravels'
Countries struggle to balance group and national interests
Beijing to watch Abe's election gamble before rapprochement
Most companies involved incur losses
Meeting demand will take $500 billion worth of new generation facilities
New link to complement high speed intercity service, boost Iskandar
Providing better access to information to encourage repeat visits
Suspending rules on state-owned enterprises among sticking points