Showing 71 - 80 of 690
Sri Lanka's economy on brink of collapse as troops quell unrest
AFP, Published on 11/05/2022
» COLOMBO: Sri Lanka's economy will "collapse" unless a new government is urgently appointed, the central bank chief warned Wednesday, as security forces fanned out on the streets to restore order after spasms of mob violence.
Bangkok Gems & Jewellery Virtual Trade Fair to make a shining comeback in 2022
Published on 03/05/2022
» The Bangkok Gems & Jewellery Virtual Trade Fair (BGJF-VTF) — the globally acclaimed virtual trade show for gemstones and jewellery products — is set to shine again in 2022 with an array of new functions and special online activities. Through the online format, visitors and buyers are guaranteed the best of Thailand’s gems and jewellery industry while achieving their goals of negotiating businesses, networking, and trading.
Food chain 'must change'
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 29/04/2022
» The government is investing to accelerate food system transformation with a focus on knowledge and technology-based investment in a bid to ensure the country's food security, while reaffirming its commitment to the UN's framework through the Bio-Circular-Green Economy (BCG) model.
Challenges for Asean
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 11/04/2022
» Over two years after the coronavirus emerged, countries across Asia are slowly beginning to recover. In Southeast Asia, economic growth is projected to pick up to 5.1% this year, from 3.2% in 2021. With 400 million people, or 59% of the population, fully vaccinated, many economies are well on the way to reopening.
Virtual real estate metaverse to be explored
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 08/04/2022
» Property developer Magnolia Quality Development Corporation (MQDC) is working with global professional service provider Accenture to create a metaverse for virtual real estate to explore new opportunities in this emerging digital frontier.
Metaverse a tool for gender inclusivity
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 05/04/2022
» Speakers and attendees preparing for the forthcoming metaverse and related technologies event in Phuket are hopeful they can shine a light on the path to a more gender inclusive society.
UN urges donors to avert 'death spiral' for Afghans
AFP, Published on 31/03/2022
» LONDON - Afghanistan's economy risks falling into a "death spiral" without urgent aid, with some Afghans already forced to sell their children and body parts to survive, UN chief Antonio Guterres said Thursday.
Huawei pledges to invest in Thai digital transformation
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 30/03/2022
» Huawei Technologies Thailand has vowed to continue investing in the country by driving 5G implementation, pushing for cloud adoption, accelerating the low-carbon transition, and cultivating digital talents as part of its business strategy this year.
From GM to Coke's Powerade, Brands Pitch Mental Health
Business, Published on 29/03/2022
» To woo consumers, hotel chains typically offer free room upgrades and complimentary breakfast. Kimpton Hotels is trying a new incentive: help with mental health.
Line plans to provide data management solutions
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 24/03/2022
» Line Thailand is gearing up to support business with data management services and non-fungible token (NFT) related solutions to drive growth for customers amid economic volatility.