The Magistrate’s Court’s decision in Walker Helen Debra v Soh Poh Geok [2021] SGMC 79 is the first published decision in Singapore that directly considers the principles applicable to an award of damages for tortious injury to a companion animal. This note tests the limits of the framework governing tortious remedies for damaged and destroyed chattels and argues for a shift away from the conventional “market value” analysis and the “total constructive loss” rule in favour of a holistic test of reasonableness in determining the recoverability of damages.

Indonesia's Trade Minister, Budi Santoso, has expressed openness to revising the controversial 2024 trade ministerial regulation (Permendag 8/2024), which eases import curbs and has raised concerns among local businesses.

Thailand Post plans to restructure its operational costs in response to a challenging market environment in 2025, as declining consumer purchasing power may impact local logistics volume. 

Bitcoin has emerged as one of the most promising investment opportunities in 2025, with its price reaching historic levels in 2024.