IMF warns ‘worst is yet to come’ for world economy
Inflation is expected to peak later this year and decline from 8.8 per cent in 2022 to 6.5 per cent in 2023.
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Work together to overcome slowdown: Bangladesh PM
She also reiterated that the country never wants a war with any country, rather wants peace.
S’pore looking at more measures to address income inequality: DPM Wong
While significant moves have been made to reduce income inequality and sustain social mobility, more can be done, said Mr Wong.
Rising inflation poses challenge to Vietnamese businesses
Experts added that the risk of importing inflation is obvious due to rising global energy and commodity prices, which could cause a sharp downturn in global demand.
South Korea urged to join race for foreign talent: Report
According to a report, highly-skilled workers only made up 10 per cent of employment visas granted to 406,669 foreigners in 2021.
How the Pakistan ‘tamed’ dollar, inflation in one fell swoop
The current regime has come under fire in recent days over alleged manipulation of inflation data, which had been hovering around record highs.
Soaring food prices force Koreans to scrimp on eating out
Eating out costs rose by a whopping 9 per cent in September 2022, the highest since July 1992.
Cambodia’s economists offer suggestions to curb inflation
Solutions offered include spending additional funds to help the most vulnerable people and lowering tariffs on goods imported from abroad.
Pakistan government will not seek Paris Club debt restructuring: Finance minister
Dismissing market rumours, he also said the country will fulfil all multilateral, international and bond obligations.
$25 million reach 189 firms in tourism loan programme
Broken down by category, restaurants accounted for the most funds, at a 38 per cent share, followed by hotels (25 per cent), guesthouses (25 per cent).