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IMF cuts global growth projection

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) cut global growth projections on Monday, citing negative surprises in a few emerging markets notably India and increased impact of social unrest. Global growth

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House proceeds with Terrorism Law revision, Indonesia

The House of Representatives will decide the start of deliberations on a draft revision of the 2003 Terrorism Law in a discussion at the House’s Steering Committee (Bamus) next week, a lawmaker has said.

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DPRK slams South Korean president for veto of parliamentary law revision

The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) on Thursday criticized South Korean President Park Geun-hye's recent veto of a revision to parliamentary law designed to allow the National Assembly to challenge administrative legislation.

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China supports citizens suing government over land compensation

China's top legislature aims to expand the people's right to sue the government if authorities fail to fulfill contracts signed with citizens over land issues.

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Central bank lowers Portugal's growth forecast

​Ireland's economic growth is expected to be strong in 2014 and 2015, with its gross national product (GNP) forecast to grow by about 5 percent in each year, according to the latest analysis on Wednesday.

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China inspects enforcement of air pollution law

An inspection of China's air pollution law enforcement has begun, in advance of revision to the law later this year.