Cambodia levels up QR code payments
The system currently enables KHQR payments to 7.6 million merchants in Thailand and ThaiQR payments to 1.5 million merchants in Cambodia.
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Indonesian President Jokowi says new capital city safe bet for investors
Indonesia’s new capital has become the signature project for Mr Widodo, whose drive to modernise the nation’s infrastructure is a hallmark of his administration.
Elon Musk, other US CEOs flock to China with eye on major market
Beijing’s unusually generous welcome, such as offering ministerial-level meetings, is believed to be intended not only to attract investment but also to counter Washington.
China to further relax market access for foreign investors
Zhou Qiang, director of the department of market system development of the Ministry of Commerce, said China will appropriately shorten the negative list for foreign investment to…
Supply-chain talent shortage in Singapore as big data, sustainability come into play
The need is greater now as firms navigate the constant disruptions to global trade that have stemmed from the pandemic.
Why China is digging a deep hole in the earth
This digging work can identify mineral and energy resources and help assess the risks of environmental disasters, such as earthquakes and volcano eruptions.
First home-grown large cruise ship to undock in Shanghai
The ship's building is seen as an important step forward in national technological self-reliance.
China’s smart technology thrives in traditional industries
China's ongoing efforts to infuse traditional industries with smart technologies are exemplified in the textiles and electric vehicle industries.
1 million Chinese tourists visited Thailand from January to mid-May
The government expects the number of Chinese visitors to meet its target of 5 million this year, with spending of 446 billion baht.
‘Clean beauty’ pops onto global luxury brands’ radar
From cosmetics to shampoo, global luxury brands have been labeling products as “clean beauty,” a buzzword that has proved popular in recent years.