Today’s Top 3 News: 7 Richest Countries in Asia, Oil Producing Nations Dominate

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Asian countries have shown numerous trends of progress, with robust innovation and sophisticated development in many areas of life, including economic ecosystems. According to the Global Innovation Index 2024, Singapore takes the top spot as one of the most innovative countries. 

In addition, Singapore, Qatar, and the UAE claim the spots as Asia’s top economies in terms of GDP, according to the data revealed by the World Atlas. 

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – President Prabowo Subianto embarked on his first state visit to five countries, beginning on Friday, November 8, 2024. His itinerary includes visits to China, the United States, Peru, Brazil, and England.

Accompanying President Prabowo on this working visit are Foreign Minister Sugiono and Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya. The President is scheduled to be abroad for two weeks.

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The National University of Singapore (NUS) will open an undergraduate scholarship program in 2025 for international students from ASEAN member countries, excluding Singapore. 

The 2025 ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship program aims to offer financial aid for freshmen, covering subsidized tuition fees, a S$5,800 living allowance, a S$3,000 accommodation allowance, as well as a one-time computer allowance worth S$1,750.