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Cambodian tourism shrugs off political turmoil
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 05/03/2018
» Tourism, the largest industry in Cambodia, outstripping even the garment industry, has shrugged off the impact of escalating political tensions in the country, as international visitors have been drawn by improved cultural and infrastructure links with China.
How free is Hong Kong?
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 12/02/2018
» Acouple of incidents in Hong Kong caught my attention last week. The first was a report that the worsening influenza outbreak in the territory had prompted authorities to shut all kindergartens and primary schools just days before the scheduled Lunar New Year holidays. The flu has been especially severe this winter, having caused 111 deaths since January, and health experts warn it may not yet have peaked.
Asean's busy election calendar
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 15/01/2018
» What should we expect for Asean in 2018? On the economic front, the overall picture remains unclear even though export growth is likely to continue on the back of improving global demand. But what is certain is that domestic politics will ultimately dominate the headlines.
Our privacy in peril
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 25/12/2017
» Here we go again. This is what I think whenever I walk into the large shopping mall near my home in Bangkok. Instead of free space where shoppers can enjoy roaming and browsing, these days the aisles are clogged by commercial booths, sometimes for car sales, which require a large space of course. What bothers me more is when sales representatives from various stalls approach me to offer free stuff, ask me to test their products or fill out questionnaires.
Transgender voices must be heard
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 25/09/2017
» The room was filled with positive vibrations when participants from various walks of life gathered recently for an evening event to promote legal gender recognition of transgender people in Asia.
Troubled waters
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 20/04/2015
» The shipping industry is supposed to be one of the beneficiaries of the collapse in global oil price as operators' costs have fallen. As well, the drop on oil prices has triggered a decline in commodity prices, which should stimulate demand for sea transport.
Foreigners watch and wait
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 09/05/2014
» Thailand should look ahead to holding a new election and putting a functioning government in place as a solution to months-long political strife and to prevent long-term harm to the Thai economy, say foreign business leaders.
Banpu sees revenue crumble
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 15/08/2013
» SET-listed Banpu Plc expects revenue will miss this year's target of US$3 billion due to a dip in coal output, while weakening coal prices will continue to pressure its financial results in the second half.
Banpu launches its first offensive
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 14/01/2013
» Banpu Plc, one of Asean's largest coal miners, has begun to fight back in a legal battle involving its power-plant joint venture in Laos, demanding 4 billion baht in damages.
Banpu suer going back for more
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 04/12/2012
» A lawyer representing Siva Nganthavee will appeal against the Civil Court's verdict next week in one of the cases against Banpu Plc, demanding the president and chief executive, as well as two directors, of the coal miner be held responsible for damages.