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Plane carrying detainees released by Russia lands in US
Reuters, Published on 02/08/2024
» WASHINGTON - A plane carrying detainees released by Russia landed in the United States late on Thursday at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, media footage showed.
Deep dive into Indo-Pacific dreamscape
Oped, Vitit Muntarbhorn, Published on 02/08/2024
» Is the term "Indo-Pacific" an illusion? Or is it a defined concept, a geographical configuration, a channel for connectivity, and/or a confining strategy? Perhaps it embodies an all-embracing blend, waiting for the onlooker to dive deep into political undercurrents. It may also be time to move beyond the landscape and the seascape and even leave the dreamscape behind.
Chinese influx puts factories at risk
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 01/08/2024
» Thai manufacturers may succumb to a new flood of cheap products from China if the government fails to launch measures to deal with the entry of Chinese online retailer Temu, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Fishy failures
Oped, Postbag, Published on 20/07/2024
» Re: "Time to solve fish invasion", (Editorial, July 19) and "Really fishy business", (Editorial, July 6). The BP editorial highlights the problem created by an invasive species of freshwater fish called blackchin tilapia. Tilapia are the third world's salmon, a valuable food fish rich in protein and easy to cultivate.
Malaysia passes law to establish duty-free zone in Forest City
Reuters, Published on 18/07/2024
» KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia passes regulations that will enable an island under the Forest City development to be gazetted a duty-free zone as part of efforts to revive the struggling megacity.
Four Lifestyle Fairs Strengthen Hong Kong-Thailand Trade
Published on 17/07/2024
» Hong Kong and Thailand have enjoyed robust bilateral trade relations on a range of products and services over the years. Adding to the Hong Kong’s business advantages, Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) organises world-class exhibitions in Hong Kong to create business opportunities for corporations in the world.
Digital wallet criteria for vendors unclear
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 16/07/2024
» The digital wallet handout scheme will boost the economy, but the eligibility criteria for vendors remain unclear, according to Loxley Trading Co Ltd, the consumer goods distribution arm of trading conglomerate Loxley Plc.
N.Korean hackers sent stolen crypto to Cambodian payment firm
Published on 15/07/2024
» LONDON - A major Cambodian payments firm received crypto worth over $150,000 from a digital wallet used by North Korean hacking outfit Lazarus, blockchain data shows, a glimpse of how the criminal collective has laundered funds in Southeast Asia.
Talks start over Thai-Korean economic deal
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 15/07/2024
» South Korea and Thailand held their first talks over an economic partnership agreement (EPA) on July 9-11, seeking to pave the way for a free trade deal between the two countries by late 2025.
Baker McKenzie Seminar Champions Sustainability in Thailand
Published on 11/07/2024
» Baker McKenzie recently hosted a seminar titled "Playing by the Green Rules," featuring esteemed speakers from Thailand's government and a multi-disciplinary team of senior lawyers from the Firm. The seminar discussed the latest sustainability regulatory landscape, Thailand's energy transition journey, and how Thai businesses could best respond. This event, part of a firmwide initiative celebrating Baker McKenzie's 75th anniversary, highlights the Bangkok office's commitment to advancing sustainability in Thailand.