New policies take effect from July Many policies concerning maritime, taxation, investment, insurance and Pangasius fish farming have taken effect from July. – VietnamNet Bridge Pork without traceable origin to be barred from Ho Chi […]
In Thailand English-language News for July 3, 2017, Newsline presenter Sandra Hanutsaha tells us about: 00:38 | Thais continue to flock to the Grand Palace in remembrance of the late king Bhumibol Adulyadej. In Nong Khai Province and the […]
Myanmar’s PMI retreats into contraction in June The Nikkei Myanmar Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index, or PMI, showed that the country’s economy has retreated into contraction for the first time since December. – Nikkei Asian Review […]
Enhance assistance for crop producers, govt sectors urged The government has instructed relevant authorities to push for stronger wet-season agriculture production while addressing challenges that hinder local people’s commercial productivity. – Vientiane Times Aroma Banana […]
Vietnam among fastest-growing tourism destinations Vietnam has ranked seventh on a list of the world’s Top 20 fastest-growing travel destinations, announced recently by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). — Vietnam EconomicTimes Vietinbank signs […]
Ten prioritised sectors announced for investors Myanmar Investment Commission (MIC) has recently extended an invitation to local and foreign investors to invest in 10 prioritised sectors. – The Myanmar Times A glance at property market […]
Laos Seizes Cache of Illegal Logs Owned by Governor’s Wife: Official State inspection authorities in Laos have seized more than two dozen trucks after they were found to be hauling timber illegally logged by the […]
GDP bounces back in Q2 Vietnam’s economy bounced back in the second quarter of the year, posting growth of 6.17 per cent, according to official figures from the General Statistics Office (GSO) and driven by […]
Jade sector ranked 83rd among 89 countries assessed An institution that ranks countries rich in natural resources has given failing or poor marks to the governance of Myanmar’s gemstone and oil and gas sectors. – […]
Economy grows fast, progress slower toward livability in capital The economy of Vientiane grew at an annualised rate of more than 10 percent over the past six months, yet the implementation of targets for making […]
Visa invitation and guarantee procedures go online The Ministry of Public Security’s Immigration Management Department will officially launch online invitation and guarantee procedures for Việt Nam-based agencies, organisations and enterprises applying for Vietnamese visa for […]
Real estate prices reach record highs downtown and at industrial zones Government real estate assessors estimate that property values on Kabar Aye Pagoda Road and Pyay Road between Kamayut and Sanchaung townships have reached a […]