As plans for three new ‘mega-bridges’ take shape, the government intends to impose stringent environmental assessments for the vast structures. However, critics say equal emphasis should also be...
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Economic Update | Brunei Darussalam: Questions on ‘mega-bridges’ financing
12 Jul 2013
Economic Update | Malaysia: Auto sector looks to pick up speed
11 Jul 2013
Automotive sales in Malaysia slipped down a gear in the second quarter, with both April and May showing a deceleration in the figures, though experts believe activity in the industry will pick up in...
Economic Update | Mongolia: Another possible CHP5 delay
9 Jul 2013
Delivery of a key new 450-MW combined heat and power plant known as CHP5 continues to face implementation uncertainties, with competing projects likely causing a delay in the final investment...
Economic Update | Myanmar: Local bourse will open door to capital
8 Jul 2013
Access to financing in Myanmar has been traditionally limited to an elite stratum of companies closely linked to the government, with smaller businesses turning to family and friends for raising...
Economic Update | Indonesia: Eyeing new markets for tourists
4 Jul 2013
Plans to consolidate Indonesian tourism growth from the first quarter include branching out into new areas such as Islamic heritage, sport and health tourism, but critics say it should first improve...
Economic Update | The Philippines: Gaming a safe bet for growth
1 Jul 2013
New investments in the Philippines’ gaming industry are expected to boost tourism arrivals and bring inbound visitor numbers close to the 10m the government has targeted for the middle of the decade...
