The Sri Lankan banking sector is well capitalised, well regulated and fast growing. It has faced no collapses in recent years and has benefitted from strong economic growth and relative stability following the end of the civil war in 2009. Financial stability is not seen as a major concern, and any problems related to the health of institutions are regarded as manageable, with the regulators...
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Sri Lanka’s investment environment is set to become more balanced, transparent and predictable, with the elections of 2015 largely heralded as a win for inclusive governance, providing a fresh five-year mandate for an administration committed to economic revolution. As the country looks to broaden its investor base, it is hoped that policy changes and plans brought in by the new government will attract the added investment needed to help the country reach its growth goals.
Brunei Darussalam made headlines in April with the announcement of several sukuk (Islamic bond) offerings ahead of the launch of a standalone stock exchange in the Sultanate.
Trading on Myanmar’s new exchange has launched, with only a single stock appearing on the board.
Articles & Analysis | Percentage of uninsured tourists in Thailand increases from The Report: Thailand 2016
For a number of years Thailand has been dealing with the issue of foreigners entering hospital and being unable to pay their bills for treatment. Young uninsured travellers will often suffer mishaps, while some older people who seek treatment have come to Thailand to retire and possess limited savings and no health insurance. National...
Articles & Analysis | Media from The Report: Thailand 2016
THE COMPANY: Started in 1989, Workpoint is a TV broadcasting production house with an expertise in game shows and variety programmes. Many of these have become very successful and one of its famous shows, “Ching Roi Ching Lan”, has been on the air for more than two decades. The key persons behind...