Thailand stands out as a unique case where Buddhism isn't just a religion—it’s deeply tied to the country's political structure. The connection goes back centuries, starting when Indian monks first introduced the teachings of the Buddha to the region. Unlike Christianity or Islam, Buddhism doesn’t r
Vietnam’s small and medium-sized businesses just got a major financial lifeline. A Hanoi-based non-bank lender called EVF secured a US$25 million loan from an international fund to expand its services. The money comes from the OPEC Fund for International Development, a group that typically supports
Vietnam is stepping up its fight against digital piracy and fake goods, aiming to spot more violations before the United States threatens new trade barriers. The government announced a plan that should raise detection rates by 20% in the next month, with customs officials expected to halt more shipm
Vietnam has moved fast from a war‑torn, poor nation to a growing middle‑income country. This change has flipped the kinds of illnesses people face. In the past, many sick people suffered from lack of food and clean water. Now, even though better jobs and nutrition help fight those old probl
Vietnam is drafting a rule that will treat cryptocurrency moves like stock trades, adding a small tax to every transfer. The proposed law says anyone who sends crypto through an approved service will owe 0. 1% of the transfer value as personal income tax, just like traders pay when they buy or sell
Thailand and Cambodia are taking steps to rebuild trust and solidify a ceasefire after weeks of violent clashes. This comes after a meeting in China, where both countries agreed to work together to prevent future conflicts. The fighting, which started early this month, has been going on for weeks.
Vietnam is making big moves to become a major player in the world of finance. The country is working closely with the UK to create a top-notch financial center. This isn't just about buildings and rules; it's about people and skills. Two cities, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang, are leading the charge.
Thailand's defence minister is set to join talks with Cambodia this weekend. The goal? To stop the fighting between these two Southeast Asian neighbors. The clashes have been going on for weeks, and it's not the first time they've had this problem. Back in July, a deal was made with the help of for
Thailand and Cambodia are at it again. This time, Thailand launched air strikes near their shared border. The Thai Air Force claimed they targeted a Cambodian military stronghold after civilians had evacuated. But Cambodia says Thailand's actions were reckless, hitting civilian homes and hurting peo
Thailand's political scene is heating up as Anutin Charnvirakul, the current caretaker leader, is set to run for prime minister in the upcoming February elections. His party, Bhumjaithai, has thrown their support behind him, hoping to ride a wave of national pride sparked by recent border tensions w
