Malaysia is moving closer towards opening up its natural gas market to spur competition and demand. Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) executive vice-president and CEO for gas and new energy Adif Zulkifli said Malaysia was just one price review away from achieving market-based gas pricing this year. “If this happens, it would truly be a game-changer […]
Read MoreBusinesses across Asia increasingly believe the strongest opportunities for future growth lie in technology, sustainability and developing talent to harness digital advancement, according to a new global survey by HSBC. While more than a third of Asian businesses are prioritising expansion into new markets, even more are turning their attention to improving productivity and new […]
Read MoreKUALA LUMPUR: Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng says the government’s fiscal consolidation is on track as it targets to reduce the deficit from 3.7% of GDP in 2018 to below 3% by 2021. Speaking at the Budget 2020 consuldation at the Ministry of Finance in Putrajaya on Thursday, he said under the fiscal consolidation, the […]
Read MoreCOMPANIES certified by Singapore Customs as having robust security practices will benefit from faster clearance for their goods exported to New Zealand. Singapore customs and its New Zealand counterpart inked an agreement on Thursday which recognises these companies as having lower risks. As such, they will enjoy reduced documentary and cargo inspections. Companies certified by New Zealand […]
Read MoreThe Hanoitimes – Following the agreement, Auchan would hand over its 18 super markets and e-commerce platform to Saigon Co.op. Vietnam’s leading domestic retailer Saigon Co.op on June 27 announced the agreemeent to take over French retailer Auchan’s operation in Vietnam, local media reported. Following the agreement, Auchan would hand over its 18 super markets and […]
Read MoreAlmost all consumers in Thailand (99%) are interested in improving their diets and a majority (82%) have no problem with products being reformulated, provided that taste is not compromised, according to a new report by Food Industry Asia (FIA) and the research firm IGD. The first of its kind in Thailand, the report titled, “Healthier […]
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