Thailand’s Tax Plan Raises Tourism Concerns
BANGKOK, Thailand — Thailand’s proposed 1,000-baht tax on international air departures has drawn opposition from hotel operators, exposing a tension …
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A Pizza Chain Takes Peace Mission Global
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam – The ambition sounds like a peace movement: “Make the World Smile for Peace.” Behind …
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Singapore Bets on a More United ASEAN
SINGAPORE — Singapore will use its 2027 chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations to pursue deeper economic integration …
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Southeast Asia Faces Growing Energy Risks
MANILA, Philippines – Southeast Asia’s expanding factories, cities and digital industries are placing greater demands on its electricity systems just …
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Asian Universities Rise in Global Rankings
SINGAPORE – Oxford still leads the world’s universities. The more consequential movement is taking place just below the summit, where …
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