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The Funan Canal and Ream Naval Base: China Tightens Southern Vice Grip on Việt Nam
The Vietnamese Magazine
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August 1, 2025
Phạm Văn Luật wrote this article in Vietnamese and published it in Luat Khoa Magazine on November 2, 2024. On the surface, the Ream naval base on the Gulf of Thailand and Cambodia’s Funan Canal remain separate projects, seemingly unrelated in...
Deputy PM Phumtham confirms border clashes continue, but no heavy weapons used
Pattaya Mail
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July 30, 2025
Deputy PM Phumtham admits clashes persist at Thai–Cambodian border, says trust in Phnom Penh was never there; Thailand compiles evidence and invites international scrutiny. BANGKOK, Thailand – Deputy Prime Minister and Acting Prime Minister...
Pattaya’s wage and benefits hold migrant workers despite border clashes
Pattaya Mail
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August 1, 2025
Cambodian laborers stay in Thailand for higher pay, social security, and schooling, while favoring construction over service jobs in Bangkok and Pattaya, says Thai Restaurant Association. PATTAYA, Thailand – The ongoing border clashes between...
What lessons can be learned from the Berlin-Brandenburg Airport project?
AeroTime News
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August 1, 2025
With over 35 years in management, science, and consulting, Dr. Klaus Radermacher KRBE GmbH brings a wealth of experience in analyzing and assessing transportation systems. His innovative approach integrates infrastructure and movement processes...
Smilegate Launches MMORPG “LORDNINE: Infinite Class” in 9 Asian Regions
Manila Standard
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July 31, 2025
■ Officially Launches on July 31st in 9 Asian Regions, including the Philippines… Supports PC∙Mobile Cross-Platform Play ■ Setting a New Standard for MMORPGs with Extensive Gameplay Freedom, Such As Class Customization and Diverse Weapon Mastery ■...
Trump tariffs: Asian reaction to new US 'reciprocal' rates
Nikkei Asia
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TOKYO -- Hours ahead of his Aug. 1 deadline for new "reciprocal" tariffs, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the rates he is going to impose on imports of goods from dozens of countries. The new rates include 25% on India, 20% on Taiwan and...
Abu Dhabi’s non-oil foreign trade jumps 35% on economic diversification
The National News
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Abu Dhabi’s non-oil foreign trade in the first half of this year jumped 34.7 per cent annually to Dh195.4 billion ($53.2bn) as the emirate’s economy continues to expand amid diversification efforts and government drives. Exports during the period...
Europe and Japan Strike Trade Agreements with the U.S., but Economic Slowdown Expected in Late 2025
Thailand Business News
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August 3, 2025
Europe and Japan signed trade agreements with the U.S., but anticipate economic slowdowns in 2H25. China may increasingly rely on domestic consumption for growth amid declining exports. Europe Europe reached a trade agreement with the U.S. just...
Abu Dhabi’s non-oil foreign trade jumps 35% on economic diversification
The National News
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Abu Dhabi’s non-oil foreign trade in the first half of this year jumped 34.7 per cent annually to Dh195.4 billion ($53.2bn) as the emirate’s economy continues to expand amid diversification efforts and government drives. Exports during the period...
8.8 magnitude quake in Kamchatka triggers tsunami warning in Japan and Pacific
Asia News
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July 30, 2025
Today's headlines: Lebanon has begun repatriating Syrian refugees; Thailand accuses Phnom Penh of ceasefire violations; India confirms the death of three militants responsible for the 22 April massacre that led to clashes with Pakistan; China,...
Exporters seek higher outlay for support schemes, interest relief
Financial Express
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To remain competitive in the US market, exporters from several sectors have sought the government’s support in the form of higher budget outlays for export promotion schemes and a revival of a scheme to reduce the interest outgo on capex and...
Tariffs set to hit local old economy industries hardest: Scholars
Focus Taiwan
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August 2, 2025
Taipei, Aug. 2 (CNA) The U.S. tariff polices are expected to hurt Taiwan's old economy industries more than their tech counterparts as it is harder for the traditional industrial sector to relocate production to the American market to avoid the...
Border 'win' as mop-up starts
Bangkok Post
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August 2, 2025
Joint border patrols agreed as army claims control in Chong Arn Ma PUBLISHED : 3 Aug 2025 at 04:28 The Royal Thai Army (RTA) has declared success in reclaiming control over the disputed Chong Arn Ma border area in Ubon Ratchathani's Nam Yuen...
Voices of social media in 2025 reflect economic anxiety, cost-of-living concerns
The Nation Thailand
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August 3, 2025
Wisesight noted that inflation is forcing behavioural shifts in purchasing, with rising mentions of “dupe” (budget alternatives to premium brands) products among consumers. While 60.9% of Thai internet users still go online for news, more are...
Victims lose life savings to fake police in India’s ‘digital arrest’ scam
The Times
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One Sunday in Kanigarh, a remote Uttar Pradesh village an hour from Delhi, Tej Pal was sitting at home with his wife when he received a video call from the police. A group of officers in light brown uniforms and distinctive black flat caps stared...
Long An sets sights on green, sustainable industrial future
Vietnam News Agency
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TÂY NINH – The former province of Long An (now part of Tây Ninh Province), aims to become an industrial and economic hub of the Mekong Delta by leveraging its strengths in green industry, automation, technology, and innovation. According to the...
Dubai tourism boosted by nearly 10 million overseas visits in first half of 2025
The National News
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Dubai received 9.88 million international visitors in the first six months of 2025, Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed said. In a post on X, Sheikh Hamdan said the achievement reflects the vision of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President...
New four-lane tunnel opens in Dubai to ease traffic
The National News
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An 800-metre tunnel with four lanes in each direction has opened in Dubai as part of a project to ease traffic flow in the city. The tunnel extends from the junction with Al Khail Road to the intersection with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road as...
Stocks fall as US tariff news sinks in
Bangkok Post
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August 1, 2025
RECAP: A global stock sell-off extended to a sixth day as US President Donald Trump boosted tariffs across the world, while two days of solid earnings from megacap tech firms failed to lift sentiment. The SET index moved in a range of 1,213.87 and...
Trump’s visit to the East Asia Summit must anchor a new strategic stability with Asean — Phar Kim Beng
Malay Mail
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August 3, 2025
AUGUST 3 — President Donald Trump’s expected appearance at the East Asia Summit (EAS) should not be misread as a mere diplomatic formality or ceremonial visit. It should be welcomed for what it could become: a turning point in US-Asean relations...