What China has done right to maintain mild inflation growth
China has also been largely protected from the impact of the global energy crisis, due to its measures to ensure adequate supplies.
Economy
Work hard now, economy downturn temporary: Experts
Until the economy improves, Malaysians will need to seek supplementary sources of income and improve their skills to cope with the rising cost of living.
S’pore govt working on ensuring basic retirement needs met, boosting skills: DPM Wong
He also said that the authorities will also continue to look after more vulnerable segments, such as platform workers, people with disabilities and caregivers.
Philippines ‘forced to import’ onions due to insufficient local supply: Marcos
Philippines ‘forced to import’ onions due to insufficient local supply: Marcos
Pakistan’s deepening forex crisis
On Jan 6, forex reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan plunged to $4.3 billion, enough to cover just three weeks of imports.
I won’t announce new projects without scrutinising them: PM Anwar
The Prime Minister also reminded civil servants to bring about change - no matter how small - for the betterment of the country.
Davos 2023: The World Economic Forum explained
This year’s theme, “Cooperation in a Fragmented World”, is a nod to the tectonic shift in global markets and political relationships that has occurred since the pandemic.
Global recession in 2023 seen as likely in WEF survey
The survey comes after the World Bank last week slashed its 2023 growth forecasts to levels close to recession for many countries
Gold rush to become trickle this Chinese New Year as Thais cut spending
Industry insiders also said that many gold consumers were still watching their spending, as they had not yet paid off debts built up during the Covid-19 crisis.
No interest rate cap on credit card loans: Bangladesh Bank
The Bangladesh Bank said it will also consider removing the lending rate cap in the presence of a 'suitable economic condition'.