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With trade weak, East Asia counts on consumption and investment
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 06/02/2017
» Despite the looming possibility of a trade war, economic growth is projected to improve in East Asian countries this year, propelled by two domestic engines of private consumption and public investment, economists say.
Single screens, multiple pains
Asia focus, Narendra Kaushik, Published on 06/02/2017
» A few decades ago, the family of Mukund Sanghi, a film producer based in Udaipur, owned 20 cinemas in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh states. Over the years 19 of them have closed for various reasons. The only one remaining, the Ashoka in Udaipur, is now run by Fun Cinemas, a brand owned by the international exhibitor Cinépolis.
Thai organic foods have healthy growth potential
Asia focus, Published on 06/02/2017
» As Thailand considers how to help its agricultural sector create better livelihoods for farmers and opportunities for businesses, organic food deserves serious attention. The world's appetite for organically grown foods has become too big to be ignored, worth an estimated $80 billion in 2014, according to the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL). The biggest markets are Europe and the United States.
Hong Kong giving its image a makeover
Asia focus, Anchalee Kongrut, Published on 06/02/2017
» What do travellers usually do when they visit Hong Kong? The answers may vary, but most are not hard to guess. Eating and shopping are high on most lists, especially for visitors from other Asian countries.
Uniform justice
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 06/02/2017
» For years, transgender university students in Thailand have been fighting for the right to wear the uniform of their chosen gender. From attending classes to internships and exams, up until the day they finally graduate, uniforms can be either a source of pride or of pain.
A virtual empire
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 06/02/2017
» Since the early days of e-commerce, traditional retailers have struggled to balance their established brick-and-mortar stores with online and mobile shopping components.
The talent landscape in the disruptive era
Arinya Talerngsri, Published on 06/02/2017
» Since the beginning of this year, I’ve been talking a lot about the impact of disruptive change and how it has permeated every aspect of our lives. In this article, I’d like to focus on one particular area that has been greatly affected by this dramatic change, and that is the workforce.
Actors face probe over Xaysana drug ring
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 06/02/2017
» Police are considering summoning actors pictured in social media with suspected Laos drug lord Xaysana Keopimpha after images emerged in which he is posing with celebrities and some police officers.
Fire guts shop building in Chom Thong
Online Reporters, Published on 06/02/2017
» A four-storey building with five shop fronts housing an auto parts dealer was gutted by fire in Soi 8 of Rama II Road in Bangkok's Chom Thong district on Monday morning
Gold price rise 50 baht to B20,300
Online Reporters, Published on 06/02/2017
» The Gold Traders Association this morning announced the buying prices at 19,829.28 baht per baht-weight for gold ornaments and 20,200 baht per baht-weight for gold bar.