PBOC announces measures to help exporters
Beijing – The People’s Bank of China has promised a broad range of policy measures aimed at supporting the country’s exporters, Reuters reported, citing a Wednesday announcement by the central bank. The currency and credit measures unveiled include cheaper loans … Continue reading PBOC announces measures to help exporters
China lending in May beats estimates
Beijing – China’s new credit lending in May beat estimates in a boost to the slowing economy, Bloomberg reported, citing official data released on Thursday. Local-currency loans hit RMB870.8 billion (US$140 billion) while M2, the broadest measure of money supply, … Continue reading China lending in May beats estimates
ASEAN and US Commit to Deepen Bilateral Cooperation
Yangon – ASEAN and U.S. discussed their cooperation in the Political-Security, Economic, and Socio-Cultural fields at the 27th ASEAN-US Dialogue in Yangon, Myanmar on 9-10 June. The Meeting explored ways and means to enhance cooperation in the areas of maritime … Continue reading ASEAN and US Commit to Deepen Bilateral Cooperation
ASEAN Economic Ministers Conclude Road- show in Canada
Toronto – A delegation of ASEAN high-level economic officials led by Dr. Kan Zaw, Union Minister for National Planning and Economic Development of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and Chairman of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Council, visited Canada … Continue reading ASEAN Economic Ministers Conclude Road- show in Canada
Gap to be 1st US retailer to enter Myanmar
Yangon – Gap Inc. has announced plans to produce clothing in Myanmar, the first American retailer to enter the market since the Southeast Asian country began its transition to democracy three years ago. Two factories in the commercial capital, Yangon, … Continue reading Gap to be 1st US retailer to enter Myanmar
Bali Hotels Association Participates in Staff Recruitment
Bali – The Bali Hotels Association actively contributes to the growth of the island’s tourism industry by nurturing the talents of young hospitality graduates and helping them gain employment. With this in mind, BHA associates recently participated in the Grand … Continue reading Bali Hotels Association Participates in Staff Recruitment
Vietnam plans to earn 10 bln USD from exporting wood by 2020
Hanoi – Vietnam plans to earn some 10 billion U.S. dollars from exporting wood and its products by 2020, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. Under an action plan on developing the wood market for 2014-2020, Vietnam … Continue reading Vietnam plans to earn 10 bln USD from exporting wood by 2020
OAV: Understanding the ASEAN Economic Community
Berlin – “Understanding the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Perspectives and Opportunities for the German Business Community” is the topic of an all-day event organized by the OAV -German Asia-Pacific Business Association, Hamburg, on Monday, 23 June, from 9:30-5:00 pm at the Haus der … Continue reading OAV: Understanding the ASEAN Economic Community
Myanmar Prepares for Competition Law and Policy
Chiang Mai/Berlin – A training course on Competition Policy and Law (CPL) for senior officials from the Ministry of Commerce (MoC) of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and other related institutions was held at the Chiang Mai University … Continue reading Myanmar Prepares for Competition Law and Policy
ASEAN and Australia Reaffirm Strong Partnership
Canberra – ASEAN and Australia agreed to work together to elevate ASEAN-Australia Dialogue Relations as the two sides celebrate the 40th anniversary of their partnership this year. This was highlighted during the meeting of the Committee of Permanent Representatives (CPR) with … Continue reading ASEAN and Australia Reaffirm Strong Partnership