Philippines to raise fuel prices today
For the 10th consecutive week, local oil companies are increasing their pump prices of petroleum products by up to 40 centavos per litre effective September 12.
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Imee Marcos’ remark on martial law due to rice issues ‘offensive’ to victims: Brosas
“We would like to remind Senator Imee Marcos that Martial Law is not the solution to the skyrocketing prices of rice and her brother’s failure to address the agricultural…
Palay, rice prices to stabilise during harvest season this September, Agriculture dept assures
The government will roll out seeds, fertilizers and farm machinery, an official said.
Farming subsidies only distort world prices, says Srettha as he promises 5% growth
As of the second quarter of this year, Thailand’s GDP growth stood at 1.8%.
IMF urge cooperation for recovery
The IMF managing director urged ASEAN leaders to invest in international cooperation as well as growth-enhancing reforms to fully recover the economy.
Digital wallet scheme to boost Thailand’s cash flow to over 2 trillion baht
Under the scheme, all Thais aged over 16 will receive a one-time payment of 10,000 baht in digital money.
Japan’s scallop, sea cucumber prices drop after China’s import ban
Declining seafood prices are noticeable in other regions as well.
Compliance with rice price ceiling still low
Several retailers were noticeably closed during inspections and price monitoring operations, with merchants saying some of them were contemplating closing their shops until the…
South Korea’s monetary, budget tightening policies ‘right’: IMF
South Korea has been seeking to enforce tighter fiscal rules that center on capping the deficit at 3 percent of the country's gross domestic product.
Indonesia’s inflation rises in August after five months of decline
The annual consumer price index rose markedly due to higher inflation in the transportation category, as well as food, beverages and tobacco.