MANILA, Philippines — Monetary authorities in the country are ready to face potential shocks this year as they continue to lay down foundations for sustained economic growth, the central bank chief said yesterday. Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Nestor Espenilla Jr., in his speech during the joint meeting of the Rotary Clubs of Manila, Makati […]
Read MoreKUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s exports rose to an all-time high of RM83.50bil in November 2017, up 14.4% from a year ago – and exceeding economists’ expectations of a 14.5% growth, with manufactured goods underpinning the growth while exports to China remained resilient. The Ministry of International Trade and Industry announced on Friday the RM83.5bil in exports was […]
Read MoreBUSINESSES at the Union of Myanmar Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry have urged Nay Pyi Taw to lower the tax rate, while the Internal Revenue Department said the tax rate has been lowered on an annual basis. Businesses collectively asked the tax rate to be reduced during the Chief Financial Officer conference (CFO […]
Read MoreBangkok-based Thai President Foods PCL, the maker of the instant noodle brand Mama, has purchased land in the kingdom with the intention of building a factory for the production of its popular noodles. The firm, owned by the Saha Group and Nissin Holdings, is seeking more market opportunities overseas and plans to spend more than […]
Read MoreThe Hanoitimes – With the booming of the mergers & acquisitions (M&A) market in recent months, expectation for the Vietnam’s M&A value to reach value of 20 billion USD is within sight. As such, one of the most sought-after deal in 2017 is the divestment of state fund at Saigon Beer Alcohol Beverage Corp (Sabeco), Vietnam’s […]
Read MoreSINGAPORE in 2017 cemented its place as a key player on the global startup map, having emerged as the preferred gateway to South-east Asia, a base from which global startups and investors venture into the rest of the region’s burgeoning markets and entrepreneurial ecosystems. But the Republic will need to take on an even more […]
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