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Commentary: Why are Taiwan’s roads so deadly for pedestrians?
Read more: Commentary: Why are Taiwan’s roads so deadly for pedestrians?Recent fatal accidents in Taiwan have triggered swift responses from officials. But without structural reform and clear accountability, its roads remain dangerous for pedestrians, says Dr Tsu-Jui Cheng, a professor at the National Cheng Kung University.
Thailand
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Pheu Thai brushes off poor figures
Read more: Pheu Thai brushes off poor figuresPheu Thai’s prime minister candidate Yodchanan Wongsawat played down his low rating in early polls, saying feedback from the ground suggested growing confidence among voters as the campaign gained momentum.
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Referendum date officially set for same election day
Read more: Referendum date officially set for same election dayThe referendum day on the constitution will officially take place on the same day as the general election, which is on Feb 8 this year.
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Tourism council lists urgent issues
Read more: Tourism council lists urgent issuesThe Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) has urged the new cabinet to place cannabis smokers in specific zones, while working to prevent foreigners from stealing local jobs in tourism and encouraging hotels to register.
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BoT sees no unusual baht speculation
Read more: BoT sees no unusual baht speculationThe Bank of Thailand has not detected any irregular speculation in baht trading, despite the currency’s continued appreciation against the greenback.
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Border row a double blow for businesses
Read more: Border row a double blow for businessesThe Thai-Cambodian territorial conflict has curtailed border trade and raised worries over the future of Thai businesses in the neighbouring country, as well as Cambodian workers in Thailand.
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Commentary: Why are Taiwan’s roads so deadly for pedestrians?
Read more: Commentary: Why are Taiwan’s roads so deadly for pedestrians?Recent fatal accidents in Taiwan have triggered swift responses from officials. But without structural reform and clear accountability, its roads remain dangerous for pedestrians, says Dr Tsu-Jui Cheng, a professor at the National Cheng Kung University.
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Sept 19, 2006 coup remains deep wound in Thai political history: Phumtham
Read more: Sept 19, 2006 coup remains deep wound in Thai political history: PhumthamPheu Thai Party deputy leader Phumtham Wechayachai has described the Sept 19, 2006 coup as a “deep wound’’ in Thailand’s political history, saying the coup not only toppled a government elected by a landslide but also shattered the dreams and future of millions.
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Thais still keen on Japan
Read more: Thais still keen on JapanThe number of Thais visiting Japan posted growth of 8.2% in the first eight months as the market rebounded from a two-month slump with a 2.4% uptick in August.
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SkillsFuture an ‘ideal model’ for SE Asia
Read more: SkillsFuture an ‘ideal model’ for SE AsiaSingapore’s transformation into a global economic powerhouse offers a roadmap for Southeast Asian nations seeking to navigate an era of global uncertainty, says Heng Swee Keat, chairman of Singapore’s National Research Foundation and former deputy prime minister.