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April 6th, 2023

Back from the brink

Tourists are returning, just in time for AirAsia tycoon Tony Fernandes

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The Big Story

AirAsia's Tony Fernandes: Tourism is back, but fight to survive goes on

Co-founder of Malaysia's biggest airline reveals post-pandemic game plan in exclusive interview

In an exclusive interview with Nikkei Asia, AirAsia tycoon Tony Fernandes says he is leaving no stone unturned in his fight to keep the airline afloat in the post-pandemic era.
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra told Nikkei Asia that he will observe Thailand's coming general election from a distance and "comment sometimes on Clubhouse." (Photo by Yuki Kohara) 
Interview

Thaksin Shinawatra on the record about politics and life in exile

Former Thai prime minister upbeat about approaching political watershed

"Everything Everywhere All at Once"'s award-winning cast pose with the film's producer and directors at the 95th Academy Awards on March 12: We have reason for caution.
Opinion

'Everything Everywhere' has changed Hollywood, but not yet America

After surge in violence and hate, ethnic Asians still seek more empathy

Joe Biden with ASEAN leaders during a special summit at the White House in May 2022: The creation of an ASEAN-U.S. Center would dovetail with initiatives by the Biden administration to bolster ties with the region.
Opinion

U.S. needs its own 'ASEAN center'

Japan and India exemplify benefits of institutionalizing exchanges with bloc

Chinese Premier Li Qiang, right, meets visiting Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi in Beijing's Zhongnanhai leadership compound on April 2.
The Nikkei View

China's release of Japanese citizens would be first step for stable relations

Failure to resolve the issue is major hindrance to economic ties

Many Chinese companies are looking to establish a presence in the U.S. as a buffer against global tensions and uncertainties. (Source photos by AP and Reuters) 
Business Spotlight

China Inc. keen on setting up shop in the U.S. despite tensions

Incentives, risky supply chains and harsh Beijing policies nudge companies stateside

A TDCX outsourcing site in Vietnam: The company is setting up new bases in Vietnam and Indonesia to handle growing demand. (Photo courtesy of TDCX)
Companies

ASEAN outsourcing players keep talent with AI and remote work

Labor-intensive industry invents proprietary online tools, moves into microsites

Former Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, left, has accused Rupert Murdoch's media empire of undermining democracy. (Source photos by Reuters and EPA/Jiji)
Media & Entertainment

Turnbull takes on Murdoch's Australian media empire

Former prime minister is calling for rigorous inquiry into News Corp

Thailand goes to the polls on May 14, with a cast of leadership hopefuls aiming to unseat Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, right. 
Asia Insight

Thailand election becomes game of economic handouts, nostalgia

Prayuth, Pheu Thai and Move Forward eye escape from middle-income trap

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivers a speech at the 126th founding anniversary of the Philippine Army at Fort Bonifacio in Taguig, Philippines on March 22. 
International relations

China's diplomatic faux pas pushes Manila back into U.S. arms

Beijing has only itself to blame if it loses out to Washington strategically

Yoon Jong-kyoo has served as CEO of KB Financial since 2014. (Photo by Yutaka Miyaguchi)
Finance

South Korea's biggest bank targets India and Indonesia for deals

Financial market turmoil creates opportunities for KB Financial, CEO says

Former U.S. Army Gen. David Petraeus and former deputy national security adviser Meghan O'Sullivan spoke to Nikkei Asia on the sidelines of the Trilateral Commission in New Delhi. (Photos by Patrick Ishiyama)  
Indo-Pacific

Don't repeat Iraq mistakes with China, former U.S. officials say

David Petraeus and Meghan O'Sullivan reflect on lessons, 20 years later

Bengaluru's new Museum of Art & Photography, widely known as MAP, is the first privately funded art institution in south India. (Courtesy of Orange & Teal)
Arts

MAP signals a new direction for Indian museums

Groundbreaking Bengaluru institution opens with challenging show

Boating in Ban Rak Thai: Located near the Myanmar border, the remote Thai village was not on the author's travel itinerary, but it proved to be a delightful discovery. (Shutterstock)
Tea Leaves

No-reservations travel sets you free

Ditching travel planning turns out to be a liberating experience in Thailand