PH to retaliate vs. Thailand over cigarette import dispute
The Philippine government is keen on imposing quantitative restrictions (QR) against automotive imports from Thailand for the latter’s alleged non-compliance with measures sanctioned by...
Buoyant Vietnam leads Asean for investment
An Asia-Pacific study says Vietnam remains a leading destination for foreign direct investment.
More than 1,000 employers contributed to the PwC survey “Doing business across...
Malaysia’s Q4 economic growth slowest in a decade
Malaysia’s economy expanded 3.6 percent in the fourth quarter from a year earlier—the slowest pace in a decade.
The slowdown is due to the lower output of...
Philippine tycoon Eduardo Cojuangco Jr. dies at 85
Eduardo Murphy “Danding” Cojuangco, who rebuilt San Miguel Corporation (SMC)— one of the largest business empires in the Philippines, died on Tuesday. He was...
Indonesia mass vaccination begins; younger generation first in line
Indonesia began with its mass vaccination program on Wednesday which focused on the younger working-age population and not the elderly.
According to reports, Indonesian President...
Flood Dining in Thailand Attracts More Customers
Thais are not just looking for delicious foods but also for a different experience. Flood dining is the new trend among restaurants in Thailand.
Restaurateurs...
Indonesia’s Ban on Coal Export Temporarily Lifted
Indonesia has banned its coal export since January 1 due to a shortage of domestic use. However, after ten days, the government lifted the...
Another price increase looms again for Malaysia Gardenia bread and bakery products
Malaysian bread lovers might need to curb their appetite for baked products because of the looming prices. Starting September 1, Gardenia, a major bread...
Malaysian bonds spring back to life
Malaysia’s bonds are stabilising, firing up a debate on when to invest in Asia’s worst-performing debt.
The country’s corporate dollar-denominated notes have returned 1.5 per...
Yangon to modernise port
Yangon Port is due to move away from paper documentation. Source: Wikimedia
Hitachi Solutions is hoping to have an electronic data interchange (EDI) system for...
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Mangrove Restoration Could Boost Indonesia’s Tourism
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Singapore Airlines Offer Passengers with Free Unlimited WiFi
The advent of technology maximises its potential in every way, anywhere, and at any time. Singapore Airlines takes advantage of it and offers passengers...
Philippines, Thailand Experience Decline in Smartphone Shipments
More than four years have passed since the pandemic struck, but most South East Asian countries are still struggling to revive its economy. Countries,...