S’pore lure makes it harder for Johor hotels to hire
The biggest challenge, according to Malaysian employers, is trying to compete with Singaporean hotels who are able to offer better salaries due to the high exchange rate.
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Happiness takes root with wonder crop
A farmer said the income from ramie exceeded her family’s expectations - and it proved to be four to six times more profitable than planting maize or cassava.
Vietnam aims to attract half of Fortune Global 500 by 2030
Hanoi aims to increase inflows from large firms from Asia as well as the rest of the world.
Bitter times for Kampong Speu palm sugar
Due to the unfavourable weather, manufacturers have produced a mere 70-80 tonnes this season, or just over half of normal, compared to the 150 tonnes ordered by exporters.
Japan restaurant operators making further inroads in Asia
The growing popularity of Japanese food overseas has provided a boost, but the key to steady business is the development of fine-tuned flavors and ingredients tailored to local…
Singapore sets out guidelines for first sovereign green bond issuance
As the effects of climate change are increasingly felt in Asia, it is critical to speed up sustainable finance to create and enable green solutions, noted Minister Indranee Rajah.
Japan resumes entry of foreign tourists
Japan attracted 31.88 million foreign visitors in 2019 before the outbreak of the pandemic when a public-private sector initiative was underway to make the country a world-leading…
South Korea’s businesses cornered as cargo truckers’ strike disrupts supply
According to the Korea International Trade Association, more than 100 complaints have been reported due to the unionized cargo truckers’ strike.
EU milled-rice orders shift to Cambodia from Vietnam
According to an industry insider, European Union buyers discovered more agrochemicals in Vietnamese milled rice than safety limits allow, leading to increased orders to Cambodia.
Why ‘customers first’ is the ultimate winning strategy
Management gurus, economists and chief executives have long debated what the main purpose of a company should be.