Showing 1 - 10 of 60
China's world tech domination begins in SE Asia
Jon Fernquest, Published on 01/06/2017
» If the new Chinese global business strategy is "winner takes all" and to wipe out all other players out, why worry?
Data Scientist: 'The Sexiest Job of the 21st Century'
Jon Fernquest, Published on 04/04/2017
» Data science will probably be the key Thailand 4.0 job & miraculously you can teach yourself to be a data scientist for free using online learning resources, no teachers or expensive courses needed.
Rolls Royce admits to bribery in Thailand
Jon Fernquest, Published on 18/01/2017
» Jet engine producer Rolls Royce pays 28.5 billion baht to settle bribery case in Thailand & six other countries over three decades. No details on who received massive bribes in Thailand.
Bangkok buses: Customs tax scam, bus delays
Jon Fernquest, Published on 19/12/2016
» Scam with Chinese buses declared as Malaysian to save 1.2 million baht per bus, threatens to delay new Bangkok buses & city bus rehabilitation plan.
Alibaba vs. Lazada: Asean e-commerce fight looming
Jon Fernquest, Published on 16/12/2016
» As world shifts to borderless e-commerce system, Amazon & China-backed Lazada set for intense Asean competition.
Bangkok Post Forum: Developed country by 2036, says PM
Jon Fernquest, Published on 29/09/2016
» Escape from middle income trap & become developed country by 2036. Reforms in education, research & technology targeted.
Tourist numbers up, but tourism sector not really happy
Jon Fernquest, Published on 21/06/2016
» Entering tourism low season (rainy season) decline in business confidence in tourism industry due to slow economy, intense competition & over-reliance on Chinese tourism.
Chiang Mai gets first new-look express train
Jon Fernquest, Published on 09/06/2016
» New modern style rail carriages from China with restaurant cars & improved toilets scheduled for November at beginning of tourism season.
High-speed rail: Japan's Foreign Minister visits Thailand
Jon Fernquest, Published on 03/05/2016
» Japan to help countries along Mekong river improve infrastructure & bolster development with US$7 billion over three years. High-speed rail projects underway.
Driving in Thailand: Foreign tourists face strict controls
Jon Fernquest, Published on 15/03/2016
» Many Chinese tourists like to drive their cars into Thailand. Now limited to province they enter, 30 days per trip & request 10 days before entering Thailand.