Oil prices soar to touch US$139 as Russian embargo talk fuels fears of shortage
Brent jumped as much as 18 per cent to US$139.13, building on last week's 21 per cent surge.
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Russia’s war spurs corporate exodus, exposes business risks
The invasion of Ukraine has forced many of the world’s best known brands to pull out of a country that’s become a global outcast.
Govt hopes to make Phuket international health hub
The government has approved a budget of 1.41 billion baht for the construction of a Phuket Integrated Medical Services Centre.
Korea joins IEA to release 60 million barrels as oil prices soar
IEA members hold emergency stockpiles of 1.5 billion barrels.
Ukraine crisis could halt South-east Asia’s recovery
While the region is not a major trade partner of Ukraine and Russia, analysts noted that it remains a net importer of oil, wheat and corn.
Thammasat heads into virtual reality world with metaverse campus
Thammasat University will this year open its fifth campus, focused on the growing virtual world.
For better or worse?: Taking stock of Indonesia’s retail investment craze
Stock market investing used to be a niche pursuit, but as it gains popularity among everyday people, experts warn of the risks.
Why blocking Pakistan out of the blockchain may cost her billions of dollars
Blockchain technology is essentially a digital ledger of transactions that is duplicated and distributed across a network of computers.
India’s electronic goods export increases by 88% in seven years
Two decades ago, India was a net importer of most electronic goods, as well as industrial and auto electronic components.
SWIFT banking boycott won’t be too effective in hurting Russia: Thai economist
He said Russia’s banking system is not completely cut off, and Moscow could also turn to cryptocurrency to minimise the impact.