Thailand's 1.6-Billion-Baht AI Gamble: Bold Vision or Costly Leap of Faith?
THURSDAY, JUNE 04, 2026
The TH-AI Passport promises to put pro-grade AI in five million Thai hands — but scrutiny over transparency, value for money, and real-world impact is mounting fast
Japan moves to secure petrochemical supply after fiscal 2026
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says Japan will lift toluene supply and build direct channels to ease shortages in paints, thinners and plastic materials.
Emperor Naruhito attends island states ocean summit in Tokyo
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
Emperor Naruhito used the Tokyo ocean meeting to stress Earth's water cycle, before he and Empress Masako welcomed Norway's Crown Prince Haakon to dinner.