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Trump Year 2 turns up the heat as drive for No. 1 in military, energy and rare earths rattles the world

Vietnam under To Lam eyes China-style strongman model, 10% growth push

January 21, 2026

Vietnam’s 14th Communist Party Congress puts To Lam in focus, amid talk of power centralisation and an ambitious target of at least 10% GDP growth.

Thailand’s 2025 rice exports top target at 7.9m tonnes

January 21, 2026

Thailand exported 7.9m tonnes of rice in 2025, topping its target. DFT chief Arada Fueangthong sees tough competition in 2026, with exports forecast at 7m tonnes.

Retailers roll out “Shop Dee Mee Kuen” campaigns to lift sales without waiting for a new government

January 21, 2026

With the state’s “Shop Dee Mee Kuen” scheme yet to be rolled out in early 2026 amid political uncertainty, major retailers are launching their own payback-style promotions—from The Mall Group’s year-long deals to Central and Robinson’s cashback drive and ICONSIAM’s experience-led rewards.