June 4, 2025

Hong Kong Stocks Close 0.6 Pct Higher

Phnom Penh: Hong Kong’s stock market ended higher Wednesday with the benchmark Hang Seng Index up 0.6 percent to close at 23,654.03 points.

According to Namibia Press Agency, the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index rose 0.67 percent to end at 8,576.7…

Laos Strengthens Teacher Development for Educational Progress

Vientiane: The Lao Ministry of Education and Sports is continuing its efforts to enhance professional development and improve teaching quality nationwide, aiming to drive educational progress and ensure equal access to learning opportunities for all.

U.S. Tariff Threats Pose Risks to EU and Balkans, Analyst Warns

Sarajevo: The U.S. proposal to impose tariffs on European Union goods underscores a broader shift in its policy and could significantly damage transatlantic economic ties, warns Adnan Huskic, a political analyst and associate professor at the Sarajevo…

U.S. Auto Sales Drop Sharply in May as Pre-Tariff Rush Fades

Detroit: U.S. light vehicle sales witnessed the sharpest monthly drop in May in about five years following a rush by auto shoppers during the previous two months to beat anticipated price hikes stoked by President Donald Trump’s tariffs on imported au…

Four Suspected Rebels Killed in Central Philippine Clash

Northern Samar: Four suspected rebels were killed in a clash with government troops in Northern Samar province in central Philippines, the Philippine military said Wednesday. In a report, the military stated that the four deceased were part of a group…