Thai Cabinet approves 38.58 billion baht for rice farmers’ subsidies
To be eligible, farmers should have registered their farms with the Agricultural Extension Department. Narumon said the names of the eligible farmers will be visible on the…
Economic Affairs
Seven new cars hit Bhutan’s roads daily after import ban lift
A finance ministry official said that the increase in passenger vehicle import suggests a rising consumer confidence and renewed enthusiasm in the market, signaling a promising…
Indonesia expects $1b investment commitment from Apple in a week
This comes after the government banned iPhone 16 sales for failing to meet local content rules.
China restricts exports to US over national security concerns
In accordance with Chinese laws, the measures include a ban on exporting such items to US military users or for military purposes, in addition to stricter regulations on exports…
Steadily establish domestic production of next-generation products: The Japan News
Japan has more leading companies in the manufacturing equipment and materials fields than in semiconductor products. If Rapidus establishes a production foundation for…
Between OECD and BRICS: Indonesia’s ‘bebas-aktif’ conundrum
Indonesia's ambition to join both blocs could provide opportunities for the nation but may also undermine its interests.
Malaysia urges Chinese firms to avoid using country to dodge US tariffs
Malaysia is a major player in the semiconductor industry, accounting for 13% of global testing and packaging, and is seen as well-placed to grab further business in the sector as…
Award-winning Chinese rural village becomes model of business transformation
By the end of 2023, the Huaxi village's per capita annual income had reached 25,110 yuan, and collective economic income hit 2.37 million yuan, with cumulative dividends of 2.258…
No need to review raw water rate with Singapore: Malaysia deputy minister
The water agreement, which expires in 2061, entitles Singapore to draw up to 250 mgd of raw water from the Johor River. In return, Johor is entitled to a daily supply of treated…
Bangladesh GDP growth overstated since 1995
The panel, based on consultations with various stakeholders, said there is strong evidence that GDP growth was overstated irrespective of political regimes. But the overstatement…