After raising seven figures in funding, one of Myanmar’s most promising digital payment platforms says it has set its sights on becoming the most widely-used tool for digital transactions in the count…
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Asia poised for recovery from recession in near term
Finance ministers and central bank governors of Asean-member countries, China, Japan and South Korea expect recovery from the pandemic-induced global recession in the near term even as they remain on …
World Bank approves $200m support to strengthen Nepal’s financial sector
The World Bank has approved a $200 million ‘Finance for Growth’ development policy credit to strengthen financial sector stability, diversify financial solutions, and increase access to financial serv…
Palm & Kernel Oils Prices Outlook Off Target- Get More Precise Forecasts From REAL EXPERTS | 22 September | 2:00 PM | (GMT+8)
Palm & Kernel Oils Prices Outlook Off Target- Get More Precise Forecasts From REAL EXPERTS Palm oil now accounts for more than 30% of the global trade in oils and fats; with Malaysia and Indonesia…
Post-pandemic investment climate appears promising
How will foreign direct investment (FDI) levels for 2020 play out globally in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic? It is a question being asked by government officials, policymakers, business leaders…
Vietnam’s economy remains resilient despite COVID-19 challenges: ADB
Vietnam’s economy is expected to grow by 1.8% in 2020 amid the coronavirus pandemic and bounce back to 6.3% in 2021, according to a new Asian Development Bank (ADB) report released on September 15. Lo…
Development of Malaysian business district with Chinese investment kicks off
The development of a major Malaysian business district by a consortium which includes a major Chinese company took off following a deposit and advance payment ceremony on Tuesday. During a cheque pres…
Tap on Blue Economy Potential – Mitigating Threats and Capitalising Opportunities
Monday, June 8 is World Ocean Day. The day reminds us of the importance of the oceans to the world. The obvious ones include the oceans’ role in maritime transportation, undeniably the most efficient …
Digital resiliency is ‘new normal’ for ASEAN countries- international survey says
The prolonged pandemic puts the resilience of nations and cities around the world, including the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), to the test. In these unprecedented times, governments …
Commodity Market Report – 14 September 2020
Gold prices have been trading in a tight range from USD1920 – USD1960 /oz recently. This week, we foresee the market may nosedive in unexpected trend below USD1900 /oz. Traders are reminded to prepare…