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Mae Sot luminaries share bold vision
Business, Erich Parpart, Published on 23/05/2017
» The private sector in the Mae Sot special economic zone (SEZ) is calling for more support from the government to help transform the area into a metropolis similar to Hong Kong, arguing that neighbouring Myawaddy has the potential to be the next Macau.
Korean businesses tune in to Asean opportunities
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 18/07/2016
» Amid growing awareness about the Asean Economic Community (AEC), member states are being encouraged to further strengthen their integration to draw interest from Korean companies that are exploring more opportunities in the region.
Mission to India
Asia focus, Narendra Kaushik, Published on 13/06/2016
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha can expect a warm welcome when he arrives in India on Thursday, but no endorsement, implicit or explicit, of the military regime he heads.
Scholars and dollars
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 04/05/2015
» Having a child is an investment in the future of the family, and education is one of the biggest investments in a child's future. There was a time when parents who wanted — and could afford — the best for their children had to send them abroad, but today in Asia, families can have the best of both worlds: an international education close to home.
Delhi's 'Act East' drive hits speed bumps
Asia focus, Published on 30/03/2015
» When Prime Minister Narendra Modi took office last year, one of his aims was to translate his predecessor's "Look East" policy into concrete "Act East" achievements. But two showpiece projects to link India with Asean are now stalled.
UPDATE 'Pirate Bay' down for 18 hours
Published on 07/01/2013
» The world's top downloading site, The Pirate Bay, went down worldwide for 18 hours before returning Monday morning, including proxy sites linked to it.