Showing 1 - 10 of 278
Renewed AI optimism gives Asian shares a lift
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 17/01/2026
» RECAP: Asian stocks advanced yesterday as the artificial intelligence boom regained momentum after Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co reported strong earnings. Risk appetite also improved after US President Donald Trump pulled back from threatened military action against Iran over a violent crackdown on protests.
China's 'super golden week' forecast to spark travel boom at home and abroad
South China Morning Post, Published on 01/10/2025
» HONG KONG — Visa-free travel abroad and free toll roads at home are expected to fuel a surge in travel by Chinese citizens during an extra-long holiday starting this week, in what analysts call a boon for the service economy.
Samui sea-bridge project expected to reach cabinet next year
Online Reporters, Published on 15/09/2025
» The Expressway Authority of Thailand (Exat) plans to seek cabinet approval to build a bridge connecting the southern mainland and Koh Samui in late 2026, with construction to commence two years later.
Cambodian deputy PM rejects 'debt trap' label for China's Belt and Road Initiative
South China Morning Post, Published on 11/09/2025
» A high-ranking Cambodian official said on Wednesday that China's Belt and Road Initiative - an infrastructure-focused strategy to accelerate regional trade - has, contrary to claims that the plan creates a "debt trap" for struggling nations, supported his country's economic development.
Senate accepts key bill for capped B20 city train fare
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 08/09/2025
» The Senate on Monday accepted for debate a Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) bill that is key to the implementation of a flat-rate train fare for commuters in Greater Bangkok.
Phuket encouraged to seek special administrative status
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 03/09/2025
» With the new Phuket governor scheduled to take over next month, the current governor is pushing for his successor to continue to support the proposal to make the island a special administrative zone with an annual budget of more than 10 billion baht.
Phuket tourism trade jittery over instability
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 02/09/2025
» Political instability and persistent border issues continue to impact investor sentiment, making Thailand lose its competitiveness due to delayed infrastructure development and tourism stimulus, according to Phuket tourism operators.
Thais likely to travel domestically during long weekend
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 07/08/2025
» The four-day Mother's Day holiday this weekend is expected to generate 13 billion baht from 3.16 million domestic trips, with most tourists preferring to travel within their own provinces and avoid cross-regional journeys to save on costs, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Indonesian shoemakers fear Trump tariffs despite lower levy
AFP, Published on 16/07/2025
» BANDUNG — At a leather boot shop in the Indonesian city of Bandung, workers handle an order from Texas but owner Etnawati Melani says she fears such business will dwindle when Donald Trump's tariffs hit exports.
Asian shares dip as Trump-Xi talks yield little news
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee & Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 07/06/2025
» RECAP: Asian equities edged down yesterday as talks between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping failed to shed light on the progress of trade negotiations. Weak US economic data also weighed on sentiment.