Samsung CEO introduces bold growth as new target to overcome crisis
As part of the new strategy, CEO Han unveiled four key areas -- medtech, robots, automotive electronics and eco-friendly heating, ventilation and air conditioning solutions --…
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Halal certs – do it tastefully
It cannot be denied that halal certification can generate employment and bring substantial revenue as well as new opportunities. But it must be a business decision, not a law.
Railway link to be an economic game-changer for Bhutan’s Samtse
The current reliance on truck transport from the Banarhat railway station in West Bengal, India, incurs considerable inconvenience and cost. The new railway station within Bhutan…
Korean battery makers zero in on global commercial EV market
LG Energy Solution has expanded partnerships in the global commercial EV sector this year, announcing supply agreements with Freudenberg Energy Power Systems and Isuzu Motors in…
Singapore key exports up 10.7% in August, boosted by demand for AI-powered electronics
The gains were mainly driven by electronics even though non-electronics also increased, Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG) noted in its Sept 17 statement.
Nepal’s hotel profits grow despite plane and bus crashes, dip in banquet demand
When banquet demand dipped, the spring season bailed out most luxury hotels, helping them fill their room nights, eventually resulting in higher revenues and profits. After three…
Opposition over Nippon Steel’s bid to buy US Steel casts pall on US-Japan ties
The potential US$14.9 billion sale has run into opposition from US President Joe Biden as well as US Vice-President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris. US Steel…
36.4 million Thais register for 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme
State welfare cardholders, who fall under the vulnerable persons group, will be the first to receive 10,000 baht in cash by the end of September.
Chinese cities increase consumer subsidies as weak demand, deflationary pressures weigh on economy
The depressed consumption, which comes as once-prolific Chinese shoppers cut back on spending amid an uncertain economic outlook, is bad news for China – and not just because it…
Pet humanisation’ trend playing a big role in expanding Thailand’s pet market
Pet owners today increasingly view their pets as family members, a concept known as "Pet Humanisation”. This has led to the idea of "petriarchy", where pets are seen as the…