Cambodia’s agricultural exports down slightly in 2023: Ministry
The exports generated over $4.306 billion, with shipments of milled rice valued at over $567 million, unmilled paddy rice at $939 million and other agricultural products amounting…
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Hong Kong transport chief urges Cathay to explain flight cancellations
Hong Kong media reported that the flagship carrier cancelled up to 70 flights during the peak Christmas and New Year holiday travel period due to “higher-than-expected pilot…
The great 2024 travel rush set to unfold soon
Experts say that the Feb 10-17 Spring Festival break in this Year of the Dragon, being longer by a day, is set to release the full potential of China's dynamic travel and…
China’s forex reserves expected to increase in 2024
For the full year of 2023, China's foreign exchange reserves rose by $110.29 billion, the biggest increase in six years, compared with a $122.5 billion drop in 2022.
Airlines eye big opportunities as Thailand, China set to waive visas from March 1
Airports Authority of Thailand director Kerati Kijmanawat said he expects a 75% surge in arrivals thanks to the visa cancellation.
Thailand’s digital wallet scheme to start on May 1: Deputy Finance Minister
He also said the committee in charge of implementing the digital wallet scheme would hold a meeting within a week to determine the timeline of the scheme.
China tightens parcel delivery rules to boost green practices and customer rights
China has become the world's largest parcel delivery market, handling over 120 billion packages in 2022 alone, a staggering tenfold increase since 2013. This rapid expansion has…
Winter brings bumper honey harvest in Nepal’s mountains, but no markets
Om Prakash Khadka, a beekeeper in the mountainous region of northern Nepal experienced an unusual burst of optimism this winter—a rarity in his line of work. The reason? A…
Korean firms to flaunt tech supremacy at CES
Under the theme of “All On,” the upcoming CES will mainly explore the capabilities and future of artificial intelligence, demonstrating the technology’s impact across…
Bangladesh’s garment exports earned a record $47.38 billion in 2023
The sector has witnessed a qualitative shift in product portfolio, moving beyond basic garments to higher-end products like non-cotton, outerwear, activewear and suits.