Thailand must start its reopening plan slowly after the first Chinese tourists under the special tourist visa (STV) scheme arrived on Tuesday, says the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). TAT governor Yuthasak Supasorn said the first arrivals may not be in large numbers, but their example will show the readiness of the public health system […]
Read MoreThe Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) said it had advised the Government to implement a number of policies to support Viet Nam’s industrial sector, especially the support industry. “The ministry is in the process of reviewing and amending Government Decree 68 on the development roadmap of the industrial sector 2016-2025 and development strategy for […]
Read MoreMANILA, Philippines — The plan of central banks across the world to create digital currencies could have profound consequences for global banks, according to Moody’s Investors Service. In a report, Moody’s said the accelerating trend toward digital payments amid the COVID-19 pandemic is considered by many central banks to be a long-term threat, both to […]
Read MoreKUALA LUMPUR: China remains Malaysia’s largest foreign investor in the manufacturing sector for the fourth consecutive year since 2016, with 32 foreign direct investments (FDIs) amounting to US$452.43mil (RM1.87bil) approved in the first six months of 2020. Deputy International Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Lim Ban Hong said Malaysia approved 79 FDIs worth US$3.74bil (RM15.5bil) […]
Read MoreSUSTAINABILITY is fast gaining traction in Singapore’s capital markets, with the Republic’s investors and issuers among the world’s most enthusiastic about sustainable infrastructure investment, according to a recent survey by HSBC. In particular, Singapore’s issuers and investors see strong potential in sustainable infrastructure investment, recording scores above both the regional and global averages alongside Hong […]
Read MoreThe Bank of Thailand has expressed concern that the ongoing anti-government rallies could further weaken domestic consumption and tourism. The central bank needs to keep a close watch on the situation, said newly appointed governor Setthaput Suthiwart-Narueput, who succeeded Veerathai Santiprabhob on Oct 1. “Basically, the political factor is one of the uncertainties,” Mr Setthaput […]
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