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AirAsia said in talks with Vietravel as it expands regional push
Published on 17/10/2025
» Tony Fernandes, the chief executive officer of Capital A Bhd, is in early stage talks to acquire a stake in Vietnam Travel & Marketing Transports JSC, according to people familiar with the matter, as the aviation group looks to expand its presence in the rapidly growing Southeast Asian nation.
Beyond Green: Sustainability as Business Survival Strategy
Published on 10/10/2025
» “Sustainability, strategy, and risk are three dimensions of the same thing — the longevity of business. Sustainability for us is not only about environmental protection; it’s really about the survival of the business together with our stakeholders,” said Tongjai Thanachanan, Executive Vice President and Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer of ThaiBev, during the “Sustainability as an Engine for Growth” forum at Sustainability Expo 2025 (SX2025) at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre.
Macao Wonder Roadshow Returns to Siam Paragon
Published on 06/06/2025
» Bangkok, June 6, 2025 – Bangkok is once again embracing the spirit of Macao as the “Macao Wonder” roadshow returns from June 6–8, 2025, hosted by the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO). More than just a travel fair, this immersive three-day event showcases the dynamic fusion of East and West that defines Macao—through exhibitions, performances, interactive activities, and exclusive travel promotions tailored for Thai travellers.
Remembering a journo like no other
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 04/04/2025
» Gwen Robinson was a quintessential journalist who probed for the best scoop and pried for the juiciest gossip, an old-style old hand the likes of which we are unlikely to see again. In the new contentious era of geopolitical conflict and geoeconomic tension underpinned by American economic nationalism, Robinson's journalist craft over more than four decades explaining and linking Asia and the West will be sorely missed.
AirAsia flight to China turns back due to engine issue, lands safely
Reuters, Published on 27/03/2025
» KUALA LUMPUR — An AirAsia flight bound for China returned to Kuala Lumpur due to an engine issue shortly after takeoff and landed safely with no injuries reported, Malaysian authorities and the airline said on Thursday.
Thai stock index continues its downward trend
Business, Published on 10/12/2024
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index ended lower in November after hitting the year's high of 1,506 points the month before. In the second week of November, the index broke below the 1,470 support level and drifted sideways down below 1,440 and 1,430 points.
Flights cancelled to and from Indonesia's Bali due to volcanic ash
Reuters, Published on 13/11/2024
» DENPASAR — Several international airlines cancelled flights to and from Indonesia's resort island of Bali on Wednesday, after further eruptions of a volcano that has spewed ash clouds as high as 10 kilometres (32,808 feet) and forced thousands to evacuate.
Moo Deng still a drawcard, boosts the economy
Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 12/11/2024
» Chon Buri province has reported a surge in tourism-related revenue, and much of the credit is being given to its latest attraction - the internationally known baby pigmy hippo known as Moo Deng.
Flights resume at Chiang Rai airport
Online Reporters, Published on 13/09/2024
» Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai International Airport will operate four inbound and four outbound flights on Friday, but passengers are advised to allow up to five hours to reach the terminal due to severe flooding.
AirAsia raises $443m to refurbish grounded planes
Bloomberg News, Published on 22/08/2024
» KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysian low-cost airline AirAsia, owned by Capital A, has raised US$443 million in a dual-tranche financing to refurbish planes that were grounded during the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday.