China’s elderly taking advantage of off-peak tours
A limited choice of tourism products and a lack of tourism services tailored specifically for the elderly — such as barrier-free facilities — were still problems when it came…
Economy
Market traders bemoan ‘abnormal’ food price increase
Trade Minister Zulkifli Hasan said policies were in place to control food inflation, including the possibility of punishing interim regional leaders.
Agricultural products, rural tourism go hand-in-hand
This form of tourism helps local communities develop livelihoods and preserve their cultural heritage. It creates job opportunities, raises awareness of environmental restoration…
Hong Kong catering sector rebounds due to improved market, innovation
In the third quarter, the growth rate of private consumption moderated, expanding 6.3 percent year-on-year in real terms after growing 8.2 percent in the second quarter alongside…
China on track to become largest auto exporter in 2023
A recent report by a German research institute shows that Chinese manufacturers sold 3.4 million vehicles overseas from January to September, more than Japan and Germany.
Philippine Senate approves P5.7 trillion national budget for 2024
With 21 voting in the affirmative, no negative votes, and one abstention, House Bill No. 8980, which contains the national budget for next year, was approved by senators. A…
ADB to give Bangladesh $1 billion loan for five projects
The projects are taken for energy efficiency, vaccine production, clean water and sanitation in Chattogram Hill Tracts, improving computer and software engineering education in…
Japan Business Federation to discuss pros and cons of weak Yen
Since the postwar period of rapid economic growth, a weak yen has been welcomed by Japan’s leading industries, as the currency’s depreciation is advantageous to…
Da Nang hopes to receive further support from ADB: official
The ADB has provided assistance for Da Nang in several projects, improving the land use index to better handle natural disasters and building a pre-feasibility study to relocate…
App-based retirement savings service launched for millions of Thai self-employed
The feature gives users an automatic saving option whenever they spend money through the Pao Tang app. They can, for example, choose to save 10 baht on every purchase of 60 baht.