B8bn in funding for researchers; Semiconductor industry crucial for future foreign investment; July will see a VAT on cheap imports; Thailand names leading smart cities; Thailand climbs five spots in the index of competitiveness; Shopping centers support the net-zero objective; Third floating solar project to be launched by Egat; Delta to discuss Sustainability for Business Competitiveness; Auto sales in May increased by 6%; Smaller enterprises might cut corporate income tax to as little as 15%; Indonesia's "dirty" nickel growth driven by the EV transition; Finland and Indonesia increase their collaboration in smart cities and green energy.

SET creates a plan for family enterprises and overseas companies; Carbon levy is planned for 2025; Cabinet approves a change in VAT to limit cheap imports; OneWeb prepares for broadband internet service; Need for SMEs to get ready for the green economy; Leaders applaud the ESG business plan; Providing Capital for Green Growth in Vietnam: The Role of Credit Institutions and the ESG Initiative; Đà Nẵng City and the World Bank will foster collaboration in digital database management.