Thailand’s manufacturing production index (MPI) in April unexpectedly rose 2.03% from a year earlier, led by higher production of cars and air conditioners, the Industry Ministry said on Tuesday. That compares with a forecast fall of 1.0% in a Reuters poll, and against March’s revised 2.66% decline. Capacity utilisation was at 63.89% in April, down from […]
Read MoreMANILA, Philippines — Green groups from Southeast Asian nations, including the Philippines, have called on their respective governments to strictly enforce policies and bans on shipped wastes after the discovery of garbage from developed countries flooding communities in the region. “When the wealthy nations clean up, it should not have to be at the expense […]
Read MoreAfter joining GMTI this year, Indonesia should be proud, because it was finally able to rank first in the world’s halal tourism, along with Malaysia, with a total score of 78 Indonesia, which has been aggressively developing its halal tourism industry over the last five years, has been named the world’s best halal tourist destination, […]
Read MoreLao PDR has experienced rapid economic growth over the past 25 years. While this growth has contributed to lower rates of poverty, it has not been widely shared, and inequality has widened. Growth has been largely attributed to natural resource-based sectors, large infrastructure projects, and public sector spending. To sustain strong growth in the future, the private sector […]
Read MoreLabour Minister Ith Samheng yesterday highlighted the importance of preparing Cambodia’s labour market to face challenges raised by the advancement of technology. The Ministry of Labour yesterday hosted an event in Phnom Penh to discuss the future of work with labour experts from the government and unions, and also UN resident coordinator Pauline Tamesis. Mr […]
Read MoreVinamilk, Vietnam’s largest dairy company, has teamed up with Lao and Japanese businesses to build an organic dairy farm and resort in Xieng Khuang province. Construction of the project officially kicked off on the Xieng Khuang plateau last week. The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by Deputy Prime Minister Dr Sonexay Siphandone, senior officials from Laos […]
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