Thailand, branded the “sick man of Asia”: how much hope can a new government deliver? – Nation Thailand
Thailand, branded the “sick man of Asia”: how much hope can a new government deliver? Nation ThailandHow Thailand became…
From ‘Economic Tiger’ to the ‘Sick Man of Asia’
As manufacturing stalls and household debt nears 90% of GDP, Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy faces a…
Explainer: How Singapore’s unique monetary policy works
SINGAPORE, Jan 26 (Reuters) – Singapore’s central bank has a unique method of managing monetary policy, tweaking the…
Singapore expected to keep monetary policy unchanged as growth outperforms
Item 1 of 2 A view of the Monetary Authority of Singapore building in Singapore April 18, 2016.…
As China’s US exports plunge in 2025, Beijing banks on diversification for 2026 growth
China’s exports soared to record highs in 2025, defying trade tensions with Washington as Beijing’s diversification strategy successfully…
China reviews Meta’s purchase of AI startup Manus, FT reports
Jan 6 (Reuters) – Chinese officials are reviewing Meta’s (META.O), opens new tab $2 billion acquisition of artificial…
Vietnam poised to overtake Thailand’s GDP this year as growth accelerates
The main driver is nationwide infrastructure development. Public investment plans for 2026 are expected to increase by about…
Chinese AI firm MiniMax, others launch Hong Kong IPOs in year-end rush
Hong Kong IPO proceeds hit highest since 2021AI, chip listings lead 2026 IPO pipelineCornerstones include Alibaba, ADIA in…
Meta to acquire Chinese startup Manus to boost advanced AI features
Dec 29 (Reuters) – Meta (META.O), opens new tab said on Monday it would acquire Chinese artificial intelligence…
Trump tariffs hit ASEAN footwear as investors quit Indonesia
Foreign footwear manufacturers are scrapping investment plans in Indonesia, while factories in Vietnam are rushing to adopt automation…
China’s record trade surplus could prompt protectionist response in 2026: report
While China has already logged a record-breaking trade surplus in the first 11 months of 2025, that milestone…
Cooperation key to easing South China Sea tensions: Forum – Asia & Pacific
SEAN should pivot from rivalry to cooperation in the South China Sea by prioritizing environmental sustainability, shared resource…