Alibaba confirms US$13 billion Hong Kong listing
Chinese technology giant Alibaba confirmed plans to list in Hong Kong in what it called a US$13 billion vote of confidence.
ASEAN investors pushing for sustainability
Sustainable investments in Southeast Asia have risen by 60 percent over the first half of 2019.
ASEAN gets ready for Singles’ Day shopping event
The 11.11 Global Shopping Festival is the most significant offline and online shopping day in the world.
Are Thailand’s investments abroad sustainable?
Thai companies are increasingly aware of the need to incorporate ESG standards in their investing criteria.
Are Thais worried about jobs?
While unemployment rates in Thailand continue to remain low, Thais have stressed the need for acquiring quality jobs.
India pulls out of world’s largest trade deal
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was under domestic pressure not to join the RCEP trade deal.
Women’s jobs under threat from AI
Women are at a significantly higher risk of job displacement by AI and automation.
Healthcare: Why are Thais worried?
Thais have the best healthcare in ASEAN, yet they’ve asked the government to prioritise it in the budget. Why?
What Thais want to see in 2020 Budget
The 2020 Budget presents a unique opportunity for politicians, but it’s even more important for all Thais.
Online gambling and property prices in ASEAN
China’s online gambling activities are having an increasing impact on property prices in ASEAN.
Easier to do business in the Philippines
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has actively focused on making it easier to do business in the Philippines.
Growing gap between richest and poorest Thais
The wealth gap between Thailand’s richest and poorest remains the widest in ASEAN.