New economic ties to benefit both Bhutan and Indonesia
According to trade figures, Bhutan imported Nu 248.75 million worth of goods from Indonesia, ranking as the 13th import country last year. The list of imported goods include IT…
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Beijing officially invites Nepal PM Oli to visit in December
The Prime Minister plans to ask for a waiver of the Pokhara airport loan and push for the execution of BRI projects in Nepal.
Thai rice exports face pressure as India lifts export ban
The market landscape is set to shift dramatically after India's removal of both export taxes and minimum export price requirements, allowing Indian exporters to operate without…
South Korea and Central Asia set stage for first summit
This year’s forum, held annually since 2007, marked the first gathering since the Yoon Suk Yeol administration launched its "K-Silk Road" initiative in June -- South Korea's…
Bangladesh skips India, reroutes global textile exports through Maldives
This will hurt the cargo revenue prospects of India's airports and ports amid strained bilateral ties between the two countries.
Korean battery makers brace for impact of US election
IRA subsidies may remain intact, but more pressure is expected on Chinese materials.
Laos, Cambodia advance plans for shared tourism
Tourism is a crucial aspect of the Cambodian and Lao economies. It generates huge amounts of revenue for use in the two countries’ development process and provides job…
Japan PM Ishiba eyes talks with China President Xi during Nov. South America visit
If the Japan-China summit takes place, Ishiba is expected to raise certain unresolved issues between Japan and China, such as the resumption of imports of Japanese marine products…
EU tariffs on Chinese EVs face backlash
The European Commission, the EU's executive arm, announced on Tuesday the conclusion of its anti-subsidy investigation, resulting in the imposition of definitive countervailing…
Thailand to clamp down on cheap, substandard imports from China
A new task force was set up to enforce stricter quality controls and curb illegal business practices after complaints from local small businesses.