China offers Sri Lanka debt moratorium, IMF help still in doubt
India wrote to the IMF earlier this month, saying it would commit to supporting Sri Lanka, but the island nation also needs the backing of China in order to reach a final…
Economy
China to see steady industrial output: Expert
This comment comes after their rebounding industrial production continued to play its "cornerstone" role in enhancing economic growth in 2022.
Bank of Japan stands firm amid market pressure to shift monetary policy
In December, the BOJ decided to allow 10-year Japanese Government Bond yields to move between plus and minus 0.5%.
Money or no money, crisis persists
The paper says the main reason behind the current national crisis is mismanagement and the adaptation of incorrect policies.
3 million Filipino families faced hunger last year: Poll
In the latest survey, the hunger rate was highest in Mindanao at 12.7 per cent followed by 12 per cent in Visayas, 11.7 per cent in Metro Manila and 11.3 percent in Luzon outside…
China’s reopening will boost S’pore tourism, but also lead to higher costs: Roundtable
Experts also urged firms to step up efforts to digitalise their businesses, be more sustainable and broaden their potential talent pools.
Some Japanese companies paying ‘inflation allowances’ to support staff
Many companies appear to be trying to boost their appeal to attract talent before the shunto wage negotiations begin in spring.
Bank of Indonesia signals end to rate hikes, optimism on inflation target
The central bank's latest rate action was in line with estimates published beforehand by state-owned Bank Mandiri and publicly listed private-lender Bank Danamon.
Vietnam’s foreign exchange reserves to grow this year
At the same time, the rate at the end of this year is likely to decrease by 1-2 per cent.
Siem Reap post-pandemic tourism strategy in works
By 2026, we aim to receive three million international and four million domestic tourists a year,” the Minister of Economy and Finance said.