Pfizer to sell patented drugs at not-for-profit prices to 45 low-income countries
Pfizer said its plan includes 23 wholly-owned, patented medicines and vaccines that treat infectious diseases, certain cancers, and rare and inflammatory diseases.
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Thailand’s business opportunities amid Russia-Ukraine crisis
Russia’s trade minister said the West’s economic boycott would prompt his country to expand markets in Asia and give Thailand the opportunity to bag a bigger share in Russia.
Apple production in India can cause “geopolitical risks”: Apple analyst
A recent report states that Apple has been looking to move production from China for quite some time, likely due to disagreements between the US and the Chinese government.
Ukraine crisis moves geopolitics to front of business agenda: Edelman survey
95 per cent of respondents said they expected businesses to act in response to an unprovoked invasion.
Dried bamboo shoots growing in popularity
In addition to its distinctive and satisfyingly tough texture, dried bamboo shoots also have a rich umami flavor, which is not something that can be tasted when the fresh one is…
Peacocks lead to success in hometown business
Known as the "golden peacock", Sun Jiaojiao’s business of selling peacock feathers as a series of tourism products continues to grow, developing rural tourism in the area.
Vending machines with frozen signature items from chain restaurants on the rise
As the number of patrons at restaurants has not bounced back to pre-coronavirus times, operators of eateries are looking to seize the business moment by selling their dishes in…
Economic storm looming, biz and govt leaders warn in Davos
The International Monetary Fund cut its global growth outlook for the second time this year, citing the conflict in Ukraine and singling out inflation as a "clear and present…
Asian automakers compete for EV market in Southeast Asia
This expansion comes as demand for EVs is expected to rise and countries seek to attract factories, and it could destabilize the dominant position of Japanese car manufacturers in…
Korea to build reciprocal supply chain for chips, batteries in Indo-Pacific
“The launch of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework is a first step in demonstrating the will of solidarity in a rapidly changing economic environment,” President Yoon said.