MANILA, Philippines — The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) may raise interest rates within the year to contain inflation, which is expected to breach the government’s target, according to the Fitch Group’s research arm. In a report, Fitch Solutions Country Risk and Industry Research said the BSP may raise interest rates by 75 basis points […]
Read MoreA major fuel shortage in Luang Namtha District yesterday saw just one petrol pump open as residents flocked to fill up. Residents of Luang Namtha District, Luang Namtha Province, have expressed concern about the fuel shortage which saw supplies of regular petrol in the district almost depleted. According to eyewitness reports and a video posted to social […]
Read MoreThe tourism index in the first quarter remains depressed, while the risk of more unemployment still clouds the outlook for the next quarter, mainly attributed to the Omicron variant and the Russia-Ukraine war, according to the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT). “Tourism operators are still struggling to maintain business as the number of tourists has […]
Read MoreAll riel banknotes have the unmistakable imprint of the Kingdom’s economic elements and cultural identity, yet there are some specific bills that numismatists drool upon. Khmer Times has carefully picked the rarest riel banknotes still in circulation, which possess the highest values as collectables in this part of de-dollarisation series. They have been essentially hand-picked […]
Read MoreHIGH global commodity prices have helped Indonesia book a strong fiscal position, but its budget will face pressure from inflationary shocks in coming months as the government keeps fuel prices steady, the finance minister said on Monday (Mar 28). Net oil importer Indonesia has made state energy firm Pertamina keep prices of its most widely […]
Read MoreBritish travel magazine Wanderlust has recently listed Vietnam among the 20 most ideal destinations in March with recommendations of long-term stays, wild world exploration, festivities and flower seasons. This is a positive signal showing that international tourists have been happy with Vietnam’s service quality and confident in the country’s anti-pandemic measures to ensure their safety. This […]
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