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India considers banning most rice exports
Published on 13/07/2023
» India, the world’s biggest rice shipper, is considering banning exports of most varieties, a move that may send already lofty global prices higher as the disruptive El Niño weather pattern returns.
Eastern Star boss targets 15% uptick
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 11/07/2023
» The new managing director of SET-listed developer Eastern Star Real Estate is planning to balance its residential development portfolio, launch three new projects annually in Bangkok and Rayong, and achieve annual growth of at least 10-15%.
How to ensure AI increases productivity and effectiveness
Published on 10/07/2023
» Like many, I am developing an increasing fascination and liking for AI. I have been experimenting with it in my work, and it has transformed how I do many things. Using AI tools has helped me get things done quickly and has been a godsend in freeing up my time for more important things.
Shopping the next frontier for TikTok
Published on 08/07/2023
» JAKARTA: Inside a shophouse in Northeast Jakarta, dozens of salespeople take turns peddling cosmetics, contact lenses and hair accessories. A woman helps a potential customer choose the right shade of lipstick for her skin tone, while a man yells out the latest markdown on vitamin tablets.
IMF and Pakistan reach $3 billion stand-by deal
AFP, Published on 30/06/2023
» ISLAMABAD: Pakistan could get temporary relief for its ballooning foreign debt with a new stand-by arrangement worth US$3 billion announced by the IMF in Washington late Thursday.
Price controls get one-year extension
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/06/2023
» The Ministry of Commerce has extended price controls on 51 products and services for another year. The extension will expire on June 30, 2024.
Officials offer bleak view on latex medical gloves
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 07/06/2023
» Manufacturers of medical gloves made from rubber latex can expect a continued decline in exports this year, following the easing of Covid-19 infections and a ban on gloves made from natural rubber by some countries, says the Office of Industrial Economics (OIE).
Two casino giants exploring Thailand
Bloomberg News, Published on 02/06/2023
» Two of the world’s top casino operators are laying the groundwork to potentially establish gambling facilities in Thailand as the industry looks to hedge against a deteriorating outlook in Macau.
Hong Kong touts retail-friendly crypto rules
Published on 01/06/2023
» HONG KONG: Hong Kong opened its arms to the virtual asset world on Thursday, introducing new retail-friendly rules for the city’s crypto exchanges.
Investors cheer signs of end to US debt drama
Business, Published on 20/05/2023
» RECAP: Asian shares rose on Friday as increased hopes of a deal over the US debt ceiling and strong economic data lifted sentiment, while Japan's Nikkei index jumped to its highest level in nearly 33 years.