The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has signed a “preliminary” free trade agreement (FTA) with Pakistan, the six-country bloc comprising Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab …
GCC and Pakistan signs free trade agreement
Jasem Mohamed AlBudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), said that the preliminary free trade agreement (FTA) between the GCC and Pakistan …
TikTok Shop Will Close in Indonesia After Growing Protests from Small Businesses
The government is closing down TikTok Shop to shield small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from platforms like TikTok Shop.
China-US ties: Beijing and Washington diplomats overseeing Asian affairs meet in sign of more open communication
China’s Vice-Foreign Minister for Asia Sun Weidong meets Daniel Kritenbrink, US Assistant Secretary of State, for ‘candid, in-depth and constructive consultation’ on regional issues, including Taiwan and maritime issues.
China Blocks Executive at U.S. Firm Kroll From Leaving the Mainland
A senior executive at American risk advisory firm Kroll has been barred from leaving mainland China.
UAE and Malaysia discuss strengthening economic and trade ties
During the discussions, Al Zeyoudi commended the strong relations between the two countries and reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to enhance trade cooperation and develop opportunities for the business …
Commentary: The new Thai PM has his work cut out on Myanmar
After debuting at the United Nations General Assembly, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin must get to work on foreign policy issues, not least Myanmar, says Bangkok-based journalist …
Thailand’s new PM seeks FTA expansion to lure major foreign investors
THAILAND’S new prime minister said on Friday he was committed to transforming the country into a major foreign investment destination, including pursuing more free trade deals and expanding …
Millions of Chinese tourists are going on holiday again. Many of them are headed for Thailand
Thailand’s golden beaches, shopping districts and ornate temples are filling with tourists once again and Chinese vacationers are getting an especially VIP welcome under a new visa-free scheme.
Fishy business: Tyre blowout flips lorry in east Thailand
A tyre explosion caused a lorry carrying thousands of fish to crash in Rayong, leading to a loss of approximately 100,000 baht.