Japan PM Takaichi eyeing new quota for growth investment
SATURDAY, MAY 23, 2026
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Friday (May 22) showed a plan to set up a new investment quota for 17 growth areas, including artificial intelligence and semiconductors, to support long-term corporate investments.
Princess Aiko, the daughter of Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, attended the opening ceremony of the Laos Festival 2026 at Tokyo's Yoyogi Park on Saturday (May 23) morning.
TDRI says AI and war are reshaping investment as Thailand urged to ‘stand tall’ in turbulent geopolitics
SATURDAY, MAY 23, 2026
A TDRI researcher says the new world order, AI and war are disrupting investment, urging Thailand to strengthen governance and avoid becoming merely a transshipment hub.