South Korea plans to create a 500-billion won fund to support around 1,000 auto parts makers evolve into key suppliers of next-generation automobiles by 2030. Finance Minister Hong Nam-ki said the ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea sharpening its leading edge in chips
As semiconductor supply shortages keep their grip on global attention, South Korea is investing and earning on a grand scale, reinforcing its position in a crucial sector that is seeing growth in both ... ( read original story ...)
S. Korea to boost software talent pool by 89,000
South Korea will boost the talent pool in the software sector by 89,000 people by 2025 to help smaller firms in hiring software professionals. The number is more than three times higher than the ... ( read original story ...)
Thai lawmakers approve $16B in borrowing to fight COVID-19
The government needs money urgently to solve the COVID-19 situation and to restore confidence.” Thailand has been battling a sharp surge in the coronavirus since April. Health authorities on Thursday ... ( read original story ...)
Myanmar: Aung San Suu Kyi handed new corruption charge that could see her jailed by military for 15 years
The military junta in Myanmar has hit Aung San Suu Kyi with new corruption charges, and if found guilty she faces a 15-year sentence, the local media reported on Thursday. The 75-year-old Nobel ... ( read original story ...)
Thai lawmakers approve $16B in borrowing to fight COVID-19
The government needs money urgently to solve the COVID-19 situation and to restore confidence.” Thailand has been battling a sharp surge in the coronavirus since April. Health authorities on Thursday ... ( read original story ...)
UPDATE 1-Thai central bank allows banks to pay interim dividends
Thailand's central bank has allowed banks to pay interim dividends as lenders are strong with sufficient capital to withstand the impact of COVID-19 outbreaks, the governor said on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
US Relationship With Vietnam Blossoms as Former Foe Opens Up Economically
As Vietnam continues embracing more free-market principles, it should be seen as an increasingly important U.S. economic relations partner. ( read original story ...)
Iran State Media Acknowledge the Cause of Economic Crises
While many try to blame sanctions for people’s hardships, facts acknowledged by the state media show regime is the cause of economic crisis. ( read original story ...)
US Relationship With Vietnam Blossoms as Former Foe Opens Up Economically
As Vietnam continues embracing more free-market principles, it should be seen as an increasingly important U.S. economic relations partner. ( read original story ...)