In a major boost for Malaysia, global index provider FTSE has upgraded the country’s capital market status from secondary to advanced emerging. The vote of confidence fits well with the government’s...
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Economic Update | Malaysia: Capital progress
4 Oct 2010
Economic Update | Malaysia: Shipping in protected waters
27 Sep 2010
Malaysia’s maritime freight trade could be in for a major shakeup, with the government launching a comprehensive study of shipping laws which bar foreign firms from domestic lines.
Economic Update | Philippines: Growth in outsourcing
27 Sep 2010
With its large pool of English-speaking professionals and well-developed infrastructure, the Philippines is poised to overtake India as the world’s largest supplier of international business...
Economic Update | Indonesia: Bali’s tourism turning point
21 Sep 2010
Indonesia’s premier tourism resort, Bali, is clicking back into gear after the global downturn slowed recovery from damaging terror attacks. In 2010, authorities are confident that increasing visitor...
Economic Update | Malaysia: Sunny outlook for tourism
17 Sep 2010
As regional rivals suffered from instability and violence over the past year, Malaysia has strengthened its position as South-east Asia's top tourism destination, posting strong visitor numbers....
Economic Update | Thailand: Policy of growth
6 Sep 2010
Thailand’s insurance sector looks set to shake off any lingering concerns following the recent period of political instability. A number of insurers recently reported strong growth in premiums and...
