Thailand, renowned for its vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes, is taking significant steps to revive its tourism industry, severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Thai government, under Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, has announced a new measure to grant temporary visa-free entry to Chinese and Kazakh tourists. This strategic move aims to accelerate the complete recovery of Thailand’s tourism sector, …

Anwar Ibrahim, the prime minister of Malaysia, has made it very obvious to the rest of the world that his country is not a “banana republic” where financial misdeeds go unpunished. Anwar recently signaled a significant shift in Malaysia’s strategy toward resolving this issue during his speech at the Milken Institute’s Asia Summit in Singapore. Anwar expressed his desire to …

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. recently voiced his confidence in the expanding connection between the Philippines and Singapore during a roundtable conversation with Singaporean business leaders. Despite the difficulties caused by the global epidemic, both countries have been able to preserve strong commercial ties. Exports from the Philippines to Singapore surged dramatically in 2022, rising from 4.2 billion USD in …

While the internet always remains flooded with the morning habits of some of the world’s most successful business people, it would be negligent on your end if you didn’t at least take a look at how people from the ‘Blue Zones’ start their days. Blue Zones are longevity hotspots. They are geographic areas with lower rates of chronic diseases and …

Numerous cities in Asia, including in India and Malaysia, are emerging as major markets but Singapore stands firmly as the region’s major strategic hub. Be it a major American corporation  or a company from Europe, they regard Singapore for having the most conducive environment for business and being accommodative.  InCorp Global, a leading corporate services provider, believes Singapore’s strategic location, …

TikTok is under scrutiny in Indonesia as government officials call for the separation of social media and e-commerce activities, citing concerns about monopolistic practices. While TikTok has rapidly gained popularity and played a significant role in the country’s e-commerce sector, regulators are seeking to establish a level playing field for local businesses. TikTok’s Growing Influence in Indonesia Over the past …

Thailand and Australia joined forces on September 13, 2023, to emphasize the value of exchanging ideas and projects in the field of sustainable agriculture. The Thai Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives in Bangkok is hosting the 23rd meeting of the Thailand-Australia Joint Working Group on Agriculture. The meeting, which was presided over by the First Assistant Secretary of the Trade …

Thailand has undeniably earned its reputation as the most LGBTQ-friendly country in Asia, drawing LGBTQ individuals from across the continent and beyond. A Personal Positive Experience When Wen Xinyu planned a two-week holiday to Thailand in June, centered around Bangkok’s vibrant Pride parade, she didn’t anticipate extending her stay to a month and a half. Her experience at the parade …

Corporations and industries in Singapore have not allowed a weak economy from raising salaries for their employees. The coming year looks good as wage hikes are likely to continue. The last 12 months saw large companies and SMEs raising wages, with major businesses planning to continue this trend into 2024.  However, hiring has stalled.  A survey by the Singapore Business …

In its ‘Wonderlust” event in Cupertino, California, on Tuesday, Apple unveiled the iPhone 15 series (iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max), in addition to the Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2. In a press release, the tech giant boasted of the more personal and intuitive experience one can have with the …