The Surat Diamond Bourse is the symbol of new India’s new strength and new resolve, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday during the inauguration ceremony of the world’s largest work…
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Philippines wants to start new energy exploration projects in South China Sea
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said his country is working to resolve “exploration issues” in the South China Sea so it could start new energy exploration projects in the resourc…
Govt plans to take PM Gati Shakti global, starting with India’s neighbours
The PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan may first be offered to countries such as Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka for the planning and execution of certain cross-border infrastructure projects, accord…
Malaysia’s tech hub ambition takes major leap with new ministry spearheading digital transformation
Malaysia has taken a major step towards realising its ambition to become a regional tech hub after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim unveiled a cabinet reshuffle that includes a new “minister of digital”. …
India’s Palate Prefers Palm: November Sees a 3-Month High in Palm Oil Imports with Steep Discounts Sparking Culinary Enthusiasm
India’s palm oil imports soared by 22.8% in November, hitting a three-month peak at 869,491 metric tons, as refiners favored this tropical oil over competitors due to enticing discounts. Soyoil …
Cambodia Advances Tourism Sector with Blockchain-Based Digital Currency Payments
Cambodia is implementing new initiatives to expand payment options for tourists by cementing blockchain-based central bank digital currency (CBDC) partnerships. This effort is part of the country’s br…
Empowering Bangladesh’s Energy Landscape: Germany’s Support For Sustainable Development Initiatives – Analysis
Germany has committed to providing a financial aid package totaling Tk2,215 crore (€191 million) to Bangladesh, earmarked for the execution of 13 projects spanning energy transition, sustainable urban…
Bangladesh: Importance of climate financing for green energy
Deliberations at COP 28, the 28th UN Climate Summit in Dubai, have focused on several strategies for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the atmosphere to slow down climate change and global wa…
Commodity Market Report – 18 Dec 2023
Gold prices traded sideways largely from USD1940 – USD2040 /oz last week. Market bounced after the FOMC meeting as a hedge against an expectation of weakening Dollar. This week, we project the trend w…
Weekly Rubber Report – 18 Dec 2023
Market Fundamentals: Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell announced at least three interest rate cut in Y2024 since the inflation has eased. American Treasury yields fell after the comments while pu…