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Middle powers in the US-China trade war
Oped, Published on 14/05/2025
» As US tariffs begin to reshape global trade flows, many countries are worried that a tsunami of discounted Chinese goods, originally destined for America, will hit their shores. To keep them out, especially as recessionary pressures mount, some may be inclined to impose their own tariffs on Chinese imports. In that case, China would be cut off entirely from international trade, delivering an unexpected victory for US President Donald Trump, who would undoubtedly claim credit for this new Great Wall.
Airbus sees region as biofuel for aircraft hub
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/05/2025
» Airbus is banking on Southeast Asia becoming the world's top producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), while the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) plans to mandate 1% SAF usage for European routes starting in the fourth quarter.
Sustainable housing the new trend
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 12/05/2025
» Sustainability has become a defining factor in the housing market, with younger generations demanding homes reflect their environmental values -- pushing developers to move beyond green labels and deliver truly responsible, future-proof residential solutions.
Behaviour shift key to ending plastic use
News, Published on 12/05/2025
» Southeast Asia is no stranger to the plastic crisis. Despite growing awareness and countless"reduce, reuse, recycle" campaigns, single-use plastic consumption remains stubbornly high.
Phoenix QC CEO named Top CEO Asia 2024
Business, Published on 09/05/2025
» Assistant Professor Wimalyn Bovenizer, executive chief executive and founder of Phoenix QC (Thailand HQ), has been honored with the Top CEO Asia 2024 award.
Tops adds 4 fully electric trucks to fleet
Business, Published on 09/05/2025
» Tops, a food business under Central Retail, has added more fully electric trucks to its goods distribution fleet serving stores in the provinces.
Thai Union Secures $150M ADB Blue Loan for Sustainability
Published on 08/05/2025
» BANGKOK – May 8, 2025 –Thai Union Group PCL, a global leader in the seafood industry, has secured a landmark US$150 million Blue Loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB)—the first such financing in Thailand’s seafood sector. The milestone sets a new benchmark for sustainable finance in aquaculture, reinforcing Thai Union’s commitment to responsible sourcing, sustainable seafood production, and climate resilience.
CPN profit hits B4.22bn in Q1 amid economic recovery
Business, Published on 07/05/2025
» Central Pattana (CPN) reported net profit of 4.22 billion baht on total revenue of 12.2 billion baht in the first quarter of 2025, attributed to the Thai economic recovery and government stimulus measures.
Warren Buffett says will retire from Berkshire Hathaway by year's end
AFP, Published on 04/05/2025
» WASHINGTON - Influential billionaire investor Warren Buffett said Saturday he would retire from leading his Berkshire Hathaway business group by the end of the year and that he would recommend his chosen successor Greg Abel take over.
Adapting to Asia's new growth model
Business, Published on 02/05/2025
» Asia's growth in recent decades has made it the engine of the global economy. Fortunately, Asia, including the Middle East, contains some of the world's most powerful economies: three of the top five global GDP engines -- China, Japan and India -- are here.