KUALA LUMPUR: Bank Negara Malaysia expects the economy to remain supported by private sector activity in 2020 but concerns are the impact of the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak in the first quarter. It said on Wednesday the overall impact of the virus on the Malaysian economy will, however, depend on the duration and spread of […]
Read MoreMANILA, Philippines — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) expects a 6.3 percent growth for the Philippine economy in the first quarter despite a spate of natural disasters led by the eruption of Taal Volcano as well as the global outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus (nCoV). Yongzheng Yang, IMF resident representative to the Philippines, said […]
Read MoreSINGAPORE – Singapore has been ranked the most liveable city for expatriates from other Asian markets for the 15th year running. The latest survey cited its excellent infrastructure and amenities, low crime rate and a large expat community, which provides access to a social network. “The country will most likely continue to hold the top […]
Read MoreThe Hanoitimes – Foreign ownership limit could affect the attraction of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the field of intermediary payment services in particular and fintech in general. After having sought public opinion for the draft decree on non-cash payment, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV), the country’s central bank, has opted to discard the requirement […]
Read MoreMinister of Commerce Pan Sorasak on Tuesday called for Thai investors to tap the vast potential and business opportunities in the country to boost two-way trade to $15 billion in 2020. Speaking at a seminar entitled 2020s Decade of Challenging Economic and Trade Growth between Thailand and Cambodia: In Depth Views from Experts’ Perspectives in Bangkok on […]
Read MoreMANILA, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has secured over 100,000 N-88 masks from the country’s lone manufacturer, Medtecs International Corp. Ltd. In a statement yesterday, DTI said it got the partial supply or 125,000 N-88 masks from Medtecs. Of the 125,000 N-88 masks, 70,000 pieces were delivered and immediately donated to […]
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