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Frontier markets fret
Asia focus, Published on 20/06/2022
» 2022 has been another challenging year for Asian frontier markets against the backdrop of a recovery from the protracted coronavirus pandemic. The challenges have been magnified by the impact of the Ukraine-Russia conflict, and high commodity prices that are exacerbating inflationary pressures, even as global demand for manufactured goods remains weak.
Stingray tale harks to Mekong risks
Oped, Johanna Son, Published on 15/06/2022
» Before she helped to release a 181-kilogramme giant stingray back into the Mekong River in May, Chea Seila had only seen parts of the pancaked-shape fish before -- sliced and being sold at local markets in Cambodia.
Zero plastics is not a practical solution
Asia focus, Published on 13/06/2022
» Few materials have been more widely used than plastic due to its sheer durability, versatility and cost efficiency. Since the first synthetic plastic was produced in 1907, it has made its way into every facet of modern life, from space exploration to keeping food fresh in our kitchens.
New Asean-US era
Asia focus, Apiradee Treerutkuarkul, Published on 13/06/2022
» The special summit held last month in Washington between US President Joe Biden and nine Southeast Asian leaders clearly emphasised his administration's attempts to engage the region it sees as central to countering China's rising influence in Asia and beyond.
Mutual trust needed to strengthen digital economy
Asia focus, Apiradee Treerutkuarkul, Published on 06/06/2022
» Digital technology has been recognised as one of the keys to achieving the Asean 2025 vision to create a "politically cohesive, economically integrated and socially responsible community" in Southeast Asia.
Phuket eyes Saudi, Australian markets
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 04/06/2022
» Phuket tourism operators are banking on promising markets such as Australia and Saudi Arabia to support the industry during the low season.
BOI promotes Thailand as ASEAN IBC & logistics hub
Published on 30/05/2022
» The Frankfurt and Paris offices of the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) on 25 May 2022, jointly organised a webinar titled “There are countless reasons to invest in Thailand: Hub of ASEAN's International Business & Logistics”. The webinar was arranged to promote investment privileges offered by the BOI to companies setting up international business centres (IBC), and to the logistics industry, and to reveal new investment measures. Michelin Group and KatoenNatie executives shared about their experiences doing business in Thailand. Over 80 people attended the webinar.
Robust and risky Asean
Asia focus, Ismira Lutfia Tisnadibrata, Published on 30/05/2022
» Asian economies are looking ahead with optimism for a recovery in economic growth but with some reservations about the current global dynamics marked by the Russia-Ukraine conflict, rising inflation and commodity prices.
India outperforms as visitor forecasts receive upgrades
Business, Dusida Worrachaddejchai, Published on 26/05/2022
» The forecast for Asia-Pacific tourism has been upgraded thanks to further easing of travel restrictions after an improvement in the viral situation and vaccine coverage across destinations, according to the Pacific Asia Travel Association (Pata).
Please join the “There are countless reasons to invest in Thailand” BOI webinar
Published on 20/05/2022
» The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) Frankfurt Office cordially invites you to join the webinar on “There are countless reasons to invest in Thailand: an ASEAN hub of international business & logistics.”