US Tariffs: Beijing Signals Willingness for Talks
WASHINGTON/BEIJING – U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping 10 percent tariff hike on all Chinese imports, alongside a 25 percent increase on goods from Canada and Mexico. The move, signed into effect on February 2, is set to … Continue reading US Tariffs: Beijing Signals Willingness for Talks
Southeast Asia is gearing up for winter tourism
BANGKOK – The cold winter months in Europe are driving more travelers to the warm climates of Southeast Asia. To accommodate the increasing number of visitors, countries in the region have been intensively preparing for the winter tourism season. Expansion … Continue reading Southeast Asia is gearing up for winter tourism
Southeast Asia’s Entrepreneurs Carve Their Niche
KUALA LUMPUR – In the dynamic landscape of global innovation, Southeast Asia’s young entrepreneurs are crafting a unique narrative of success, despite the towering presence of their financially robust neighbors in East Asia. The startup industry in this vibrant region … Continue reading Southeast Asia’s Entrepreneurs Carve Their Niche
Thailand Declares 2024 the Year of Tourism
BANGKOK – In a bold move to revitalize its tourism sector, Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has declared 2024 as the “Tourism Year,” signaling the country’s readiness to welcome visitors from around the globe. This initiative is part of a … Continue reading Thailand Declares 2024 the Year of Tourism
Global IT Outage Causes Widespread Disruption
SINGAPORE – In an unprecedented event, major airports across Southeast and East Asia are experiencing significant disruptions due to a widespread IT outage. The situation has escalated rapidly, with long queues forming at check-in counters and numerous flights being delayed … Continue reading Global IT Outage Causes Widespread Disruption