U.S. Tariffs Hit Asia Hardest, Economic Concerns
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The United States has introduced sweeping new tariffs, with the heaviest economic impact expected to fall on Asian countries. Announced on April 2 by President Donald Trump, the policy imposes a 10% tariff on all goods entering … Continue reading U.S. Tariffs Hit Asia Hardest, Economic Concerns
China Stages Largest Military Drill Around Taiwan
TAIPEI/BEIJING – China has launched its largest military exercise around Taiwan in over a year, deploying 21 warships, 71 aircraft, and multiple coast guard vessels in a display of force that has heightened regional tensions. The Chinese military stated on … Continue reading China Stages Largest Military Drill Around Taiwan
PATA: Celebrating Excellence in Asia-Pacific Travel
BANGKOK – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is now accepting submissions for the PATA Gold Awards 2025, celebrating excellence in the global travel and tourism industry. Based on a rigorous, merit-based judging process by an independent panel of experts, … Continue reading PATA: Celebrating Excellence in Asia-Pacific Travel
Earthquake Disaster: Death Toll Surpasses 1,900
BANGKOK/MANDALAY –Â The devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28, continues to claim lives, with the confirmed death toll rising to over 1,900 in Myanmar and at least 23 fatalities reported in Thailand, including 18 in Bangkok. Rescuers are … Continue reading Earthquake Disaster: Death Toll Surpasses 1,900
U.S. Beef Exports to China Plummet Amid Trade Dispute
WASHINGTON/BEIJING – U.S. beef exports to China have sharply declined, according to U.S. government data released on Thursday, March 27. The downturn follows Beijing’s decision to let export registrations for hundreds of U.S. meat processing facilities expire on March 16, … Continue reading U.S. Beef Exports to China Plummet Amid Trade Dispute