Thai PM Paetongtarn confident 2026 budget will boost economic growth
PM Paetongtarn noted the government had cancelled the use of the remaining amount from the current emergency fund originally allocated for the 10,000-baht handout, redirecting it…
Economic Affairs
Seoul placed 15th in Global Cities Index
According to the index, Seoul’s overall ranking this year rose by 24 spots compared to its ranking in 2024, where the city was placed 41st at the time. However, Seoul received…
Bhutan’s emigration dilemma: Will they ever return?
For many, education is a key driver. About 42 per cent of current migrants are either enrolled in academic programmes or are working while studying. Income is another major…
Navigating automation in Cambodia: Will robots take jobs or create them?
Cambodia’s manufacturing sector, which employs a significant portion of the workforce, has seen slow but steady shifts towards automation.
Malaysians have highest grocery bill in South-East Asia
Experts said several factors explain this, including a reliance on food imports, a weaker Ringgit, and farm labour shortages.
In Japan, rice purchase applications halted amid huge demand
The government is now expected to reach its 200,000-ton limit for releasing state-stockpiled rice that was harvested in 2022, according to the agriculture ministry.
Nepal eyes tourism, economic boost with new digital nomad visa policy
The proposed policy allows remote workers to live, work, open bank accounts, and even register vehicles in Nepal, with infrastructure development and tax provisions to attract…
Budget-conscious beauty: With rising cost of living, many Malaysians now more thrifty, even for their looks
With a growing list of financial obligations, many Malaysians could no longer afford skincare and wellness products.
Japan government to spend US$6.2 billion in response to U.S. tariffs
The government compiled in April an emergency response package, which includes measures to stimulate consumption and support small and medium-sized businesses, and has now secured…
Discretionary contracts for stockpiled rice: Will they help calm prices?- The Japan News
It is important to promote measures to stabilise prices that will be acceptable to both consumers and producers.