AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoThailand Economy: Thailand’s industrial confidence slipped again in May, with the Federation of Thai Industries citing weaker manufacturing sentiment, higher operating costs and energy prices tied to Middle East tensions, plus ongoing labor shortages. Tourism & Travel: Japan saw foreign visitor numbers fall for a second straight month in May, with arrivals from China dropping sharply and visitors from Thailand also down. Regional Diplomacy: Russia is hosting ASEAN leaders at a summit in Kazan, aiming to expand trade and industrial cooperation with Thailand and other member states. Energy Security: A new report warns the Iran war is a wake-up call for Southeast Asia’s energy sector, highlighting risks from overreliance on oil and gas routes through the Strait of Hormuz. Public Health Regulation: Thailand is preparing tighter rules for optical shops, requiring licensing and registered providers for eyesight testing and spectacles fitting. Crime & Scams: Interpol says online scams dominate cybercrime across parts of Asia, with many countries reporting large shares of crimes tied to internet fraud.
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