BASF Sharpens Focus on Asia’s Emerging Giants
LUDWIGSHAFEN/BEIJING/DELHI — BASF, the world’s largest chemical producer, is accelerating its pivot toward Asia’s booming economies. At the company’s recent Annual General Meeting, CEO Markus Kamieth underscored plans to intensify growth efforts not only in China but more aggressively in … Continue reading BASF Sharpens Focus on Asia’s Emerging Giants
Vietnam Signals Readiness for U.S. Trade Deal
HANOI – Vietnam has formally opened trade negotiations with the United States, seeking to avoid a proposed 46% tariff on its exports by demonstrating a willingness to purchase American goods and address long-standing U.S. concerns over trade practices. The discussions come … Continue reading Vietnam Signals Readiness for U.S. Trade Deal
Xi Jinping Visits Vietnam to Deepen Strategic Ties
HANOI – Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Vietnam on Monday as part of a high-profile Southeast Asia tour aimed at strengthening regional alliances and promoting economic cooperation in response to rising global trade tensions and sweeping U.S. tariffs. Vietnam … Continue reading Xi Jinping Visits Vietnam to Deepen Strategic Ties
China Responds to U.S. Tariffs with Southeast Asia Outreach
BEIJING — As the U.S.-China trade conflict intensifies under President Donald Trump’s sweeping 145% tariffs on Chinese goods, President Xi Jinping is embarking on a high-stakes diplomatic mission across Southeast Asia, aiming to forge deeper regional alliances and counterbalance the … Continue reading China Responds to U.S. Tariffs with Southeast Asia Outreach
Trump Announces 90-Day Tariff Suspension, China exempted
WASHINGTON – In a significant shift in U.S. trade policy, President Donald Trump declared a 90-day suspension of the recently imposed “reciprocal” tariffs on multiple countries, aiming to foster negotiations for new trade agreements. This suspension does not extend to … Continue reading Trump Announces 90-Day Tariff Suspension, China exempted
Vietnam Cuts Tariffs on U.S. Goods to Avoid Penalties
HANOI – In a strategic move to ease trade tensions with Washington, Vietnam has announced significant tariff reductions on key U.S. products, including liquefied natural gas (LNG), automobiles, and ethanol. The cuts aim to address concerns over Vietnam’s growing trade … Continue reading Vietnam Cuts Tariffs on U.S. Goods to Avoid Penalties
Singapore and Vietnam: Strengthening Ties
HANOI – The bilateral relationship between Singapore and Vietnam has reached new heights, with both nations deepening economic and strategic cooperation, Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said at the start of his official visit to Hanoi on March 25, 2025. … Continue reading Singapore and Vietnam: Strengthening Ties
Singapore’s PM Lawrence Wong to Visit Vietnam
SINGAPORE/HANOI – Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will embark on a two-day official visit to Hanoi, Vietnam, starting tomorrow, March 25, to meet with the country’s top leadership and build upon the recently elevated bilateral relationship. The visit, made at … Continue reading Singapore’s PM Lawrence Wong to Visit Vietnam
Over 240,000 Cyberattacks Target Thai Businesses
BANGKOK – Thailand has emerged as the most targeted country in Southeast Asia for financial phishing attacks, as cybercriminals exploit the region’s rapidly expanding digital economy. A report by global cybersecurity firm Kaspersky revealed that Thai businesses faced more than … Continue reading Over 240,000 Cyberattacks Target Thai Businesses
BMW Golf Cup World Final: Team Vietnam wins
BANGKOK – At the end of an unforgettable week at the BMW Golf Cup World Final in Bangkok, there were only beaming faces to be seen at the concluding gala dinner. Among the winners of the largest international tournament series … Continue reading BMW Golf Cup World Final: Team Vietnam wins