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Digital economy is more than a slogan
Asia focus, Umesh Pandey, Published on 27/10/2014
» Thailand continues to struggle on many fronts, both domestically and internationally, although certain "opinion" polls suggest the public remains deliriously happy with the military regime when asked.
Now the hard part begins
Asia focus, Published on 27/10/2014
» Joko Widodo entered the presidential palace drenched in sweat after enduring Jakarta's scorching sun, having travelled there in a horse-drawn, royal-style carriage along a thoroughfare packed with supporters jubilant over his inauguration as Indonesia's seventh president on Oct 20.
The next big bite
Asia focus, Published on 27/10/2014
» As Myanmar continues to open up to the world, a new consumer class is emerging, and along with it taste for western-style fast food, which has encouraged some international brands to set up shop in the country.
Inspector Raj, R.I.P.
Asia focus, Published on 27/10/2014
» Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has won praise for a focus on labour reforms that will make it easier for investors to do business, while also improving workers' rights.
Shopping for more
Asia focus, Published on 27/10/2014
» Lured by a reviving economy, a young population and a strong loyalty toward Thai brands and Thai-made products, retailers from Thailand are starting to tap into the $125-billion retail market inVietnam.
Air travellers deserve a break
Asia focus, Umesh Pandey, Published on 03/11/2014
» As a frequent traveller, I have to admit that the price of air tickets, especially if the money comes out of my own pocket, is a major issue for mere mortals who do not have access to private jets. So the slide in oil prices these days should be a welcome relief.
Welcome mat for foreign banks a positive step
Asia focus, Published on 06/10/2014
» Myanmar's move last week to award licences to nine foreign banks has won praise from analysts, who see it as a major step toward liberalising the country's rigid financial sector and paving the way for more foreign direct investment.
Asean 'poised to overtake UK and Japan by 2025'
Asia focus, Published on 06/10/2014
» The rise of China and the establishment of the Asean Economic Community (AEC) will be new catalysts for growth that will allow Southeast Asia to overtake the United Kingdom by 2020 and Japan by 2025, says United Overseas Bank (UOB).
Research to the rescue
Asia focus, Published on 06/10/2014
» When your father-in-law is the chairman of Kinpo Group, Taiwan's leading electronics conglomerate, career advancement seems assured. Being a male in a traditional Chinese community also helps. Simon Shen admits he had a better start than most, but says that only hard work will keep him on top.
Passports: Better safe than sorry
Asia focus, Published on 06/10/2014
» For tourists and expats in Thailand, being stopped and fined for not carrying a passport can be highly irritating. Some even question whether such a requirement exists, or whether they are simply being shaken down by police for some easy cash.