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Thailand touts $31 billion 'Land Bridge' plan amid Hormuz crisis, courts Singapore
Reuters, Published on 27/04/2026
» The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has given Thailand impetus to advance a longstanding plan to create a logistics link between the Indian and Pacific oceans, with its government on Monday seeking to court Singapore as a potential investor.
Japan bathhouses in deep water as energy costs boil over
Kyodo News, Published on 27/04/2026
» Traditional public bathhouses in Japan are in deep water as soaring energy costs triggered by the Middle East oil supply disruptions threaten to extinguish the fires of a fading tradition, with some of them forced to shorten their hours or even shut their doors for good.
Preventive Genomics: The Key to Longevity and Cost-Efficient Healthcare
Published on 27/04/2026
» As deaths from critical illnesses such as cancer and cardiovascular disease continue to rise, questions are increasingly being raised about why seemingly healthy individuals with access to quality healthcare remain vulnerable.
Chinese travellers flock to Central Asia as flight bookings soar 120% on pre-Covid levels
South China Morning Post, Published on 27/04/2026
» Once a niche destination, Central Asia is quickly emerging as a key market for Chinese travellers, supported by robust traffic growth, expanding air links and deeper economic ties under Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative, according to analysts.
Oil climbs nearly 2% as US-Iran peace talks stall
Reuters, Published on 27/04/2026
» SINGAPORE - Oil prices extended gains on Monday, rising nearly 2% as peace talks between the United States and Iran stalled while shipments through the Strait of Hormuz remained limited, keeping global oil supplies tight.
Thai banks pivot as fees are regulated
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 27/04/2026
» Banks are preparing for a potential decline in fee-based income following the central bank's move to standardise banking fees, despite strong growth in the first quarter of this year.
Rising oil, power costs weigh on steel
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 27/04/2026
» Thailand's steel and iron industry is reeling from the impact of soaring oil prices triggered by the Middle East conflict, as higher shipping costs for imported iron ore -- the key raw material for steelmaking -- push production expenses to new heights.
Bitkub targets HK listing as it diversifies
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 27/04/2026
» Bitkub Group has reaffirmed its position as Thailand's leading cryptocurrency platform despite intensifying competition, while accelerating strategic diversification into new businesses and exploring a potential listing on the Hong Kong stock exchange.
Nation prepares for long, hot dry season
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Nareerat Wiriyapong and Somhatai Mosika, Published on 27/04/2026
» The likelihood of a "super El Niño" poses a serious threat to Thailand's agricultural sector, particularly rice production, potentially increasing food security risks.
Discount tilt enhances Tops' spending, sales growth
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 27/04/2026
» Tops, a food business under Central Retail Corporation, aims to emphasise its house brand products amid challenging economic conditions, while launching discount campaigns to attract customers.