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Evaluating the cost of a wage hike
Business, Published on 25/09/2023
» Following Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's revelation last week that the government expects a daily minimum wage hike to 400 baht in either November or December, the business sector voiced its concerns regarding increasing costs that could eventually create an additional burden for consumers.
Rupert Murdoch, global media mogul and conservative kingmaker
AFP, Published on 22/09/2023
» NEW YORK - Rupert Murdoch transformed media and politics on three continents, building a chain of newspapers he inherited from his father at just 21 into a lucrative and profoundly influential right-leaning empire.
Thai retirement age could be increased
Gary Boyle, Published on 18/09/2023
» The increasing elderly population in Thailand is prompting a serious discussion on raising the retirement age beyond 55 to accommodate an "aged society" and deal with an ongoing labour shortage in the country, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
1 in 10 Japanese aged 80 or above as elderly ratio hits record high
Published on 18/09/2023
» TOKYO: One out of 10 people in Japan is now aged 80 or older, while the ratio of elderly to the total population rose to a record high, ministry data showed Sunday.
US auto union chief warns ready to 'amp up' strike if no deal
AFP, Published on 17/09/2023
» WASHINGTON - The United Auto Workers chief warned Sunday that a historic strike at the top three US car manufacturers will expand if the companies do not raise their wage offers in ongoing negotiations.
US auto union chief says 'preparing to strike' as talks deadlock
AFP, Published on 14/09/2023
» DETROIT - The head of the US auto workers union announced plans on Wednesday to strike against the three major Detroit car manufacturers, saying the two sides remain far from a new agreement.
Tech stocks struggle ahead of key US inflation data
AFP, Published on 13/09/2023
» NEW YORK - Markets in the United States and Europe closed mostly in the red on a disappointing day for tech stocks, as investors brace for crucial US inflation data and grapple with ongoing concerns about the Chinese economy.
High hopes for policy statement
Published on 11/09/2023
» As the government spells out its policy statement in parliament on Monday, people have high expectations for it to make good on its promises to deal with bread-and-butter issues affecting their lives and turn the economy around.
Philippines, Australia boost defence ties in rare state trip
Bloomberg News, Published on 08/09/2023
» MANILA - The Philippines and Australia boosted defense and diplomatic ties as both countries called for respect of international law in the South China Sea where Beijing has been asserting its claims.
Agency sounds alarm over uneven economic recovery
Business, Published on 07/09/2023
» The government is recommended to continue with schemes to ease the cost of living, support the recovery of capital and funds, and assist in skill development for the workforce as the pandemic caused significant disparities.