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Floods and landslides in Indian Kashmir kill 60, over 100 missing
Reuters, Published on 15/08/2025
» SRINAGAR — At least 60 people have died and more than 100 are missing, a day after sudden, heavy rain caused floods and landslides in Indian Kashmir, authorities and local media said on Friday, the second such disaster in the Himalayas in a little over a week.
Rare earths are definitely China's trump card
Oped, Published on 15/08/2025
» China's weaponisation of rare earths has emerged as a major flash point in US-China trade negotiations. These critical materials, especially the high-performance magnets they make possible, are vital components in electric vehicles (EVs), wind turbines, industrial robotics, and advanced defence systems. In response to China's strict rare-earths export controls, the United States has quietly lowered tariffs, relaxed export controls on AI chips, and even softened visa restrictions for Chinese students.
Honda Launches First Immersive Experience Centre in Thailand
Published on 14/08/2025
» Bangkok, August 14, 2025 – Asian Honda Motor Co., Ltd., Thai Honda Co., Ltd., and Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd. have announced the official opening of “The M.O.V.E. by Honda”, the brand’s first-ever immersive experience centre in the heart of Bangkok. Open to the public from August 15, 2025, to November 30, 2026, the centre invites visitors to explore the future of mobility under the core concept “Sense the Synergy”, engaging all five senses through themed zones that combine innovation, emotion, and sustainability.
Delta Electronics says AI will fuel ‘double-digit’ growth
Published on 14/08/2025
» Delta Electronics (Thailand) Plc is predicting “double-digit” sales growth to continue for at least the next two years on rising demand for AI-related technology, says chief executive officer Victor Cheng.
China's uphill fight vs price wars
News, Published on 14/08/2025
» Overcapacity has made its way into China's domestic market, with price wars leading to collapsing profitability and accelerating deflation. The government has responded by launching a so-called "anti-involution" programme to combat deflationary price wars. It's had some early wins, but this could be a lengthy battle.
EVOLVE Unveils Groundbreaking Multi-Asset Tokenised RWA Platform
Published on 08/08/2025
» At the event “Curating Alpha: Intelligent RWA around the globe” in Bangkok on August 6, 2025, CMAG Funds, Mile Green, Amber Premium (NASDAQ: AMBR) and Jovay (Layer 2 by Ant Digital Technologies) alongside a consortium of seasoned institutional veterans jointly unveiled EVOLVE RWA, a breakthrough tokenized multi-asset Real World Asset (RWA) initiative bridging electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem, green energy and real estate.
CP AXTRA Delivers Robust First-Half 2025 Performance with Revenue of 259,030 Million Baht
Published on 08/08/2025
» Bangkok, August 7, 2025 – CP AXTRA Public Company Limited (The Company or CPAXT), an operator of Asia’s leading wholesaler and retailer, “Makro-Lotus’s”, has announced its financial results for the first half of 2025, highlighting continued growth momentum. The Company reported total revenue of 259,030 million baht and a net profit of 4,929 million baht, representing a 5.8% rise YoY. Online sales grew by 34%, while fresh food sales delivered a 10% YoY increase, reflecting the success of its strategic focus on enhancing product offerings and diversifying all distribution channels to meet evolving consumer behaviors. The results further reaffirm CPAXT’s leadership position as Thailand’s No.1 Grocery E-Commerce Brand.
CHERY Launches in Thailand with Exclusive Pre-Booking
Published on 07/08/2025
» Bangkok, August 6, 2025 – CHERY, a leading global automotive brand under China’s Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., has officially entered the Thai market with the launch of its “Welcome Drive Welcome Deal” campaign. From 1–31 August 2025, Thai customers can pre-book CHERY’s first two models—the all-electric V23 and hybrid TIGGO8 CSH—and enjoy an exclusive THB 10,000 offer as part of a nationwide launch celebration.
Phumtham upbeat about foreign investment
Published on 06/08/2025
» Thailand has attracted some 550 billion baht in foreign direct investment over the past two years, with 31 leading international companies establishing or expanding operations in the country and creating more than 53,000 jobs, Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said on Wednesday.
How to get around Bangkok without using the trains
Published on 06/08/2025
» While Bangkok's three electric rail systems -- BTS, MRT and the Airport Rail Link - are often the most convenient way to travel, they come with drawbacks: relatively high fares and crowded conditions during rush hours. Here are alternative transport options that may suit different needs: