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Philippines growth hits 7.5%
AFP, Published on 29/08/2013
» MANILA - The Philippines economy expanded 7.5% in the April-June quarter, the government said Thursday, as higher public and consumer spending helped it defy an Asian slowdown.
Stealing skilled construction workers from other companies
Jon Fernquest, Published on 01/07/2013
» Big money govt megaprojects lead to shortage of skilled workers & "headhunting" (stealing skilled workers from other companies)..
Baht snaps 3-day rally
Bloomberg News, Published on 10/01/2013
» Thailand's baht fell, snapping a three-day rally, on speculation the central bank will intervene to slow gains that may hurt exports. Bonds were steady.
Winning the fight against malaria
Jon Fernquest, Published on 19/12/2012
» Malaria wonder drug cut malaria on Thai-Myanmar border by 90%. Stopping growing resistance to drug is goal of WHO & US-funded research project.
Baht down on Europe crisis concern
Online Reporters, Published on 25/07/2012
» Thailand's baht declined for a fourth day on Wednesday and government bonds gained as concern grew that Europe's debt crisis will worsen and hurt the country's exports.
Medical tourism: Looking ahead to 2015
Jon Fernquest, Published on 20/06/2012
» Thailand leads Asean with 1.4 million foreign patients but Asian Economic Community in 2015 means changes in medical education & maybe importing nurses.
Foreign Direct Investment: Charting the future
Jon Fernquest, Published on 02/02/2012
» Years of political conflict and recent floods may be cause of reduced foreign investment in Thai economy. Electronics at 25% is important sector to watch.
Floods: Foreign investment in Thailand
Jon Fernquest, Published on 26/12/2011
» Before the floods Thailand regained its position among the top 20 foreign investment destinations. Dealing with investor flood concerns, now key to the future.
Poisonous floodwater animals
Jon Fernquest, Published on 14/10/2011
» With floods come poisonous snakes, insects & even crocodiles. In this watery world, humans must be very careful.
Commerce Minister "personally" doesn't like it
Jon Fernquest, Published on 05/10/2011
» 70% complete with 4 years of planning, the privatisation of SET & integration into global markets faces a sudden end.