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Southeast Asian Manufacturers Ponder Life After TPP

The region's economies are contemplating other trade deals such as the European Union-Vietnam free trade…

Report Shows Negative Impacts to Myanmar’s Minimum Wage

A report published by Progressive Voices ranged from concerns about working conditions and hours to trade…

Phnom Penh Designers Week Showcases Emerging Talents — and Fashion Potential

Featuring 10 designers over three nights last week, PPDW showcased the emerging talents of Cambodia.

Thais Flock to Markets for Black Clothing to Mourn King

Sales of black clothing peaked over the weekend in Thailand as people rushed out to purchase mourning attire…

Death of Thailand’s Monarch Could Impact Economy

Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the world's longest-serving monarch, passed away on Thursday afternoon at…

Thai King’s Condition ‘Unstable’; Markets Tumble

The Thai stock market and currency have tumbled on the news of the king's condition.

Cambodia to Boost Minimum Wage by 9 Percent

The prime minister added $5 to the government's recommendation, raising the rate to $153 a month.

Global Retailers Tackle Cambodian Workers’ Traffic Deaths

Gap Inc., Puma, Adidas, H&M and Levi's were among brands meeting to address the growing problem.

Explosion at Factory Kills More Than 20 in Bangladesh

A boiler exploded at a plastics factory and caused a fire. It is the latest incident highlighting the…

Cambodian Apparel Sector Starts Minimum Wage Talks

The employers' association has proposed $144.20 as the new monthly minimum wage, below what the unions are…

Cambodia Travel Bag Industry Set to Double After USTR Ruling

Cambodia will be able to export these products without having to pay taxes as part of the Generalized System…

Conference Finds Cambodia Still Long Way From Industrial Peace

Panelists discussed Cambodia's often-contentious relationship between the government, employers and workers.

Amid Clashes, Cambodia Passes Trade Union Law

The law has provisions on how individuals can form a union, how the government will track its financials and…

DFS Group Opens T Galleria in Cambodia

Siem Reap, a city famous for its temples and Khmer ruins, is one of Southeast Asia's prime tourist…

Cambodia Vows Labor Rights Won’t Be Restricted

The Cambodian labor minister repeatedly stressed that the controversial law will not suppress workers'…