The World Bank is currently supporting 43 active projects in Myanmar, Cambodia and Laos, with commitments of over US$2.7 billion as of June, according to the World Bank’s press statement. Myanmar accounts for over half of the total commitment in the three countries. 13 projects and over $2 billion are in Myanmar, with the remaining […]
Read MoreBusiness leaders on Tuesday hailed the government’s decision to invoke the powerful Section 44 of the interim charter to delay enforcement of the new controversial labour regulation law for 180 days, saying the grace period is enough for local businesses to comply with the act. On Monday Big Business praised the government for bringing in new […]
Read MoreTEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The Central Statistics Agency (BPS) chairman Suhariyanto said that foreign tourist arrivals in May 2017 hit 1.16 million. The figure was an increase compared to April 2017 or 26.66 percent compared to May 2016. “It’s an encouraging trend because the number of foreign tourists rises consistently month-over-month,” Suhariyanto told a press conference in BPS […]
Read MoreSINGAPORE -Never mind numeracy skills. To work in a bank these days, a jobseeker is better off being a designer, digital data analyst or tech developers. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said in its annual report last week noted a net increase of 2,800 financial sector jobs last year, despite the slowdown in financial […]
Read MoreBANGKOK (AP) – Fearful that Thailand’s new labor rules will get them into trouble, tens of thousands of migrant workers are returning to neighbouring Myanmar, Cambodia and Laos, causing hardship to themselves and their Thai employers. Labour regulations that took effect June 23 could give foreign workers without proper permits up to five years in […]
Read MoreThe Hanoitimes – On top of the list is Vinamilk – the diary giant brand of Vietnam Forbes Vietnam has released a list of the 40 most valuable brands in Vietnam, estimating their total value at $5.4 billion, a rise of 20 percent against last year. Dairy giant Vinamilk retained top spot this year with a […]
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