The recent decision by the EU to reinstate Sri Lanka to its tariff exemption scheme, designed to assist developing countries in achieving upper-middle-income status, should serve to boost exports and...
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Economic Update | Sri Lanka exports to rise after regaining GSP+ status
27 Jun 2017
Economic Update | Papua New Guinea taps renewables and gas to satisfy growing energy demand
23 Jun 2017
Rising demand and a need to boost connectivity to the national grid are driving rapid expansion in Papua New Guinea’s electricity sector, with a range of sources tapped to meet the government’s power...
Economic Update | Myanmar expands electricity access through small grids
23 Jun 2017
Investment in off-grid solutions is increasing in Myanmar, as the country seeks to boost connectivity and move towards providing universal access to electricity within 15 years.
Economic Update | Indonesia earmarks investment to become a key maritime player
23 Jun 2017
Investment in maritime infrastructure and greater support for the shipbuilding industry look set to raise Indonesia’s freight-handling capacity, moving the country closer towards its goal of becoming...
Economic Update | Positive outlook for retail in the Philippines
22 Jun 2017
Strong consumer demand and economic expansion should drive further growth in the Philippine retail sector, assisted by increased bank lending and subdued inflation.
Economic Update | Thailand inaugurates incentive programme for film industry
21 Jun 2017
A new incentive scheme for international filmmakers in Thailand has named its first beneficiary, in a step forward for official efforts to draw more production crews to the country.
