Thailand's Queen Suthida piloted a royal Boeing 737 back to Bangkok after an eight-day trip to Japan
Oct 23, 2026
Foreign investors need sector-specific approvals, licenses, and certifications based on activities, sector regulations, and product or facility requirements.
China's economy grew faster than expected in Q3, and September home prices declined at a slower rate.
Oct 22, 2026
ASEAN's renewable energy transition will depend not only on the availability of financing but also on the region's ability to convert opportunities into investment-ready projects that can attract private capital at scale.
Thailand faces potential increases in transport, manufacturing and tourism costs as businesses continue recovering from flooding
Asia is experiencing significant growth in artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, but several pain points contribute to market jitters.
Oct 21, 2026
TAT celebrated Virgin Atlantic's inaugural London Heathrow–Phuket flight, enhancing UK-Phuket access and encouraging longer stays and regional exploration.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has initiated a nationwide operation against illegal nominee landholdings, targeting 1,397 entities. He aims to enforce laws, investigate beneficial owners, and prevent future violations by December 2026. Key Points Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul has launched a nationwide operation targeting suspected illegal nominee landholdings. He has directed authorities […]
Thailand has approved additional financial support for flood-affected households and businesses, while global technology markets face a growing divide between surging demand for AI computing and concerns about the cost of building the infrastructure behind it
Oct 20, 2026
The integration between ASEAN and China is already extensive. Its ability to deliver lasting and widely shared benefits will hinge on the strength of local connections established by governments and businesses across ASEAN economies.
ASEAN faces an energy trilemma: balancing security, affordability, and decarbonization. With demand potentially tripling by 2050, the region must accelerate its transition from fossil fuels through regional interconnection, green financing, and just transition partnerships while ensuring communities benefit.
The World Bank Group has launched its first digital strategy, aiming to help developing countries expand affordable digital access, improve services, and create jobs.
The IMF forecasts Asia-Pacific economic growth will slow to 4.4% in 2027, down from 4.8% in 2026 and 5% in 2025, citing risks from an energy shock, rising global bond yields, and uncertainty over AI demand