As businesses in Vietnam race to provide financial services for the unbanked and underbanked population through various fintech solutions, the Vietnamese government is closely following this industry trend and has initiated a pilot scheme for mobile money. In May the government approved Resolution No.84/NQ-CP on tasks and solutions for dealing with difficulties in business operations, […]
Read MorePrime Minister Hun Sen is encouraging the development of rural tourism to promote new tourism products, rural skills and create jobs because the sector is currently seriously affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The premier’s call was made on World Tourism Day yesterday under the topic of Tourism and Rural development. He said the government has […]
Read MoreA few days ago, I chatted with the owner of a popular Indian banana leaf eatery. There was the usual lunch time crowd, all the tables were full and a line was forming outside waiting for tables to be cleared. I was surprised to be told that his business has only recovered to 70% of […]
Read MoreCompetition in the country’s parcel delivery business is not merely a red ocean market, it’s bright red as China-based delivery companies parade into the 66-billion-baht market with massive investment to combat their rivals. Thailand Post Co, despite its pedigree for providing mail and postcard delivery as well as money order services, is now thriving in […]
Read MoreThe decision on allowing car manufacturers to extend the luxury tax payment deadline will help them maintain cash flow amid the Covid-19 pandemic and stimulate demand. The government on September 15 issued Decree 109 allowing automobile manufacturers and assemblers to extend their luxury tax payments. Under the new decision, enterprises will have to make payments […]
Read MoreTOKYO: Japan said on Friday it has agreed with Singapore and Brunei to reopen their borders for newly arriving expatriates and other long-term residents from next Wednesday and Oct 8, respectively. Those eligible to travel will be allowed in on condition they self-isolate for 14-days after entering the respective countries to prevent the spread of […]
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