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Even as demand softens, China jet market is crucial
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 25/04/2016
» The growing number of Asian business moguls, especially in China, has made the region a promising new frontier for business jet makers. Greater China alone is the third largest market in a forecast by Bombardier, with 876 future deliveries worth US$33 billion, compared with the country's fleet of 300 at the end of last year.
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Streamlined Toshiba retools for a new era
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 19/09/2016
» Companies are frequently compelled to rethink strategy whenever they encounter external or internal stumbling blocks. The Tokyo-based multinational Toshiba Corporation is no exception. It has undertaken a major restructuring to revive earnings and stakeholders' confidence after a tough year of negative news that included an accounting scandal.
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Allianz wants to make sure it has Asia Inc covered
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 27/06/2016
» While the weak global economy in recent years has led to reduced forecasts for Asia, the region's growth story continues to captivate investors, along with the corporate insurance specialists that are helping them participate in the development of the region.
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Relief as rain falls, but drought's aftermath to linger
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 30/05/2016
» The arrival of long-awaited rain this month has brought relief across large swathes of Asia from one of the worst heatwaves in decades. But the impact of the recent drought will be felt for months to come in the form of lower crop output, higher food prices and economic hardship for farmers.
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The shame of the saffron scandal
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 06/06/2016
» Millions of faithful Buddhists including myself have always believed that the donations we give on our birthday or special religious occasions will be used wisely to uphold 2559 years of religious authenticity. But our faith has been shaken by the practices of some monks who are soiling the saffron robe.
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Gaining altitude
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 25/04/2016
» At an altitude of 10 kilometres above the ground, you sit back and relax in a premium leather chair, take a sip from a gold-trimmed tea service, and swipe a smartphone app to adjust the window shades when it's time to sleep.
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Malaysia retooling economy for the long haul
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 14/03/2016
» The slowdown in China has sent a ripple effect throughout the world with Malaysia among the victims, recording decline in GDP growth of a full percentage point last year.
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Soaring Chinese industry has international aspirations
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 21/03/2016
» While Indian and Southeast Asian airlines await delivery of hundreds of new passenger aircraft to meet their rapidly growing needs, China too has emerged as a massive market, with 300 billion new passengers taking to the skies last year alone.
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Out and about
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 08/02/2016
» The growing acceptance of same-sex relationships -- including the landmark US Supreme Court decision last year that made gay marriage legal in all 50 states -- has spurred major changes in society. But discrimination persists in many parts of the world, and the rainbow community continues to fight for gender equality and acceptance, not only in their home countries but also when travelling abroad.
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Getting the message
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 07/12/2015
» There was a time not long ago when mobile phone operators began to realise that voice calling was a low-margin commodity and they needed a better way to make money. As short messaging service caught on, they were confident they'd found a more lucrative solution. Now SMS is under siege from internet-based chat applications, which are also threatening mobile operators' voice business.
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