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Malaysia flexes rare earth muscle as mineral-hungry US seeks non-Chinese sources
South China Morning Post, Published on 23/08/2025
» KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia's ban on exports of unprocessed rare earth metals this week signals that the Southeast Asian country has a realistic shot - on its own terms - at feeding the mineral-hungry United States amid its strained trade ties with the world's dominant supplier, China, according to analysts.
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.
Reform agenda to the fore
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 11/08/2025
» Although Thai businesses are relieved the US has reduced its import tariff on Thai goods to 19%, on par with other countries in the region, improving long-term competitiveness remains a challenge for domestic firms, in addition to attracting foreign investment.
Bankers hope to mimic Vietnam deal
Business, Published on 09/07/2025
» The US's proposed 36% tariff on Thai goods is likely to severely undermine Thailand's export competitiveness, warn economists in the banking sector.
US plans AI chip curbs on Malaysia, Thailand over China concerns
Published on 04/07/2025
» US President Donald Trump’s administration plans to restrict shipments of AI chips from the likes of Nvidia Corp to Malaysia and Thailand, part of an effort to crack down on suspected semiconductor smuggling into China.
Carmakers GM, Tesla and Ford lead list of US companies in China exposure
South China Morning Post, Published on 27/06/2025
» General Motors (GM), one of America's top carmakers, leads US companies in its exposure to China, perched in a delicate position as bilateral trade tensions persist amid US President Donald Trump's steep 55% tariffs on Chinese imports, according to a research report published this week.
Tech giants’ net zero goals ‘verging on fantasy’
AFP, Published on 26/06/2025
» PARIS - The credibility of climate pledges by the world’s tech giants to rapidly become carbon neutral is fading fast as they devour more and more energy in the race to develop AI and build data centres, researchers warned Thursday.
LG, Boonlapo, Ingram Micro Unveil Luxury Home Theater
Published on 11/06/2025
» Bangkok, 11 June 2025 – LG Electronics (Thailand) Co., Ltd., a leading provider of display solutions, announced a key partnership with Boonlapo, distributor of Bang & Olufsen (B&O) premium audio systems, and Ingram Micro (Thailand), a leading global technology distributor. The collaboration introduces a premium home theater solution featuring the LG MAGNIT, a customisable high-end Micro LED display delivering 4K clarity with AI technology, and Bang & Olufsen's BeoLab 90 speakers, providing powerful 8,200-watt sound with advanced audio calibration. This solution aims to elevate the home entertainment experience for discerning residents, supported by professional installation and after-sales service from Ingram Micro's expert team.
Why China's auto, tech giants threaten Tesla’s self-driving future
Published on 10/06/2025
» AUSTIN — Chinese electric-vehicle makers led by BYD (Build Your Dreams) beat Tesla in the competition to produce affordable electric vehicles (EVs). Now, many of those same fierce competitors are pulling into the passing lane in the global race to produce self-driving cars.
Thailand’s Electric Leap: Powering a Greener, Smarter Future on the Road
Published on 05/06/2025
» Electric vehicles are gaining traction across Thailand, but clearer information, better infrastructure, and broader choices are key to accelerating adoption.