A graduate in banking and finance in Bangkok, Baesakul went to Milan to study fashion management but made the leap to design by pursuing bag making at Arsutoria Milano. After cutting her teeth at …
Syria attracts $28bn in new investments as UAE, Saudi and Qatar drive regional projects
Syria secured $28bn in investments in H1 2025, with major UAE, Saudi and Qatari companies launching multi-billion-dollar projects …
SL-Maldives Business Council leads delegation to Hotel Asia Exhibition 2025
The Sri Lanka-Maldives Business Council (SLMLBC) of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) and Sri Lanka High Commission in the Maldives, ..
Indonesia Seeks Zero Tariff on Palm Oil After US-Malaysia Deal
Malaysia recently struck a deal that saw the US agreeing to let its palm oil, cocoa, and rubber enter its market tariff-free.
Malaysia leads Asean to peace, trade and unity with Trump in the room
Despite the progress, the bloc remains fragmented, Washington’s protectionist stance continues to loom, and much work still lies ahead Read more at The Business Times.
Allianz Malaysia strengthens northern footprint with new Penang branch
Allianz Malaysia Bhd is strengthening the company’s footprint in the northern region with the opening of a new Penang branch here today.
Saudi Aramco to acquire minority stake in PIF-backed AI firm Humain
Saudi Aramco has signed a non-binding term sheet to acquire a significant minority stake in Humain, the artificial intelligence company backed by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), the two entities …
Saudi Arabia to invite 197 nations to Expo 2030 Riyadh, expects 42 million visitors
Expo 2030 CEO says the event is expected to generate thousands of direct and indirect jobs and boost economic growth …
Boost for India’s Afghanistan plan! Trump admin extends waiver on Chabahar Port sanctions; why US move is important
The US has granted India an extension on sanctions waivers for Iran’s Chabahar Port until early next year. This crucial port facilitates India’s regio …
Thailand seeks better trade deal after Trump-brokered peace pact
The US will impose 19% tariffs on the country, with some products that are yet to be identified set to be tariff-free. Read more at The Business Times.