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Company man
Asia focus, Published on 19/03/2018
» Shinsotsu-ikkatsu-saiyo, the tradition of simultaneous recruitment and employment of new graduates by companies, has long been unique to Japan and South Korea, before the latter abolished the practice in 2010. But in the world's third largest economy it is so embedded in the culture, who's to say it's not working for the country and its people?
Robotics in the fast lane
Business, Published on 16/06/2017
» The manufacturing sector has played a significant part in Thailand's economic growth and will continue to hold a prominent stake in the country's progress towards Thailand 4.0. The sector contributed 26.9% to the country's GDP in 2015, with automotive assembly particularly important.
Key challenges for 2015
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 05/01/2015
» Thais are hopeful that the Year of the Goat will be an easier and more prosperous one than the rough and bumpy Year of the Horse.
Floods: The final bill?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 24/11/2011
» Expected economic loss 1.12 trillion baht or 10.5% of GDP, 10,000 factories & 660,000 workers affected (30% automotive, 26% electronics & appliances).
Floods: Losses to Thailand's economy?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 04/11/2011
» Ongoing threats with damage still preventable far greater than damage already done in this survey of flood economic impact by economists at TMB Bank.
Future of auto industry
Jon Fernquest, Published on 01/07/2011
» From one-tonne pickup to eco-cars, Japanese investors lead the pack as Thailand aims to be a top 10 producer.
Smartphone navigation
Jon Fernquest, Published on 08/04/2011
» Smartphones are emerging as essential navigation aids while driving and may even drive the car by themselves one day (Google Driverless Car).