Plans to boost high-tech farming initiatives and enter into agribusiness deals with neighbours bode well for Brunei Darussalam’s long-term food security ambitions. However, challenges such as limited...
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Economic Update | Brunei Darussalam: Sowing seeds of self-sufficiency
1 Nov 2012
Economic Update | Malaysia: Steady and growing
31 Oct 2012
Despite global uncertainty, Malaysia looks set to achieve its GDP growth target this year, thanks to a benign domestic climate, rising investment and fiscal stimulus.
Economic Update | Mongolia: Eyeing economic horizons
26 Oct 2012
Healthy trade figures and predictions that Mongolia will rank among the world’s top-10 fastest-growing economies in the next 40 years has been the source of confidence in the country’s long-term...
Economic Update | Thailand: Beverage expansion
23 Oct 2012
The beer industry in Thailand is set for a shake up as Ajethai, the producer of Big Cola, moves into the market, providing a new challenge for existing local brewing giants Singha and Chang.
Economic Update | Brunei Darussalam: Halal innovations
22 Oct 2012
As an increasingly significant player in the rapidly expanding global halal market, Brunei is laying the groundwork for further industry growth by extending its reach across Asia and Latin America,...
Economic Update | Papua New Guinea: Balancing the budget
22 Oct 2012
The new government has targeted post-electoral stability with pledges to tame the budget deficit, boost infrastructure and curb expenditure. However, Papua New Guinea’s (PNG’s) opposition says Port...
