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MGC-Asia morphs into a lifestyle mobility company
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 10/06/2023
» SET-listed auto retailer Millennium Group Corporation (MGC-Asia) is no stranger to business diversification.
SET suspends trading in MORE shares
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 14/11/2022
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) on Monday suspended trading in More Return Plc (MORE) shares after the energy, water and property-related company was reportedly involved in irregular trading of its stock on Thursday and Friday last week.
Food security an urgent priority
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 04/07/2022
» While an earlier meeting of G-20 delegates in Yogyakarta focused on strengthening the global health system, it is no surprise that the Russia-Ukraine war dominated talks at the summit of the Group of Seven rich nations last week.
Climate needs urgent actions now
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/06/2022
» Cities around the world are no strangers to riverine flooding. In December 2021, the four main rivers running through Kuala Lumpur hit dangerous levels, causing nearby rail lines to shut down and halting mobility across the city. In March this year, storms prompted flood warnings along Australia's east coast, including in Sydney. Thousands of residents had to flee their homes.
Schneider Electric: Digitisation, utilisation & sustainability focused
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 22/06/2022
» Since the emergence of Covid-19 more than two years ago, businesses across the world have seen the devastating impacts of the prolonged outbreak that has severely hurt the economy, low-ered consumption and put millions of people out of jobs.
Holiday mood
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 09/05/2022
» Returning to Phuket for the first time in three years, Henri Giscard d'Estaing is busy visiting government officials and business partners on the southern island world-renowned for its white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, historical old town and delicious food.
Safe, healthy travel a priority
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 11/04/2022
» The hearts of all Thais are blessed and looking forward to Wednesday when the five-day Songkran holiday begins. It will be the first time in three years for us to celebrate the traditional New Year known for joyous water splashing at the hottest time of the year.
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.
Climate action urgency growing
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 28/03/2022
» Summertime has arrived in this part of the world, with temperatures rising considerably although we are not yet in April, normally the hottest month in Thailand.
Extreme weather a wake-up call
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 06/09/2021
» Waking up last Wednesday, I was surprised to see pictures of flooding on the Facebook page of my friend, whose house is not far from my place. I live on the eighth floor of a condo so I had no clue there was flooding in my neighbourhood, though it had been raining heavily when I went to bed.