More than 30 years after doi moi was initiated, Vietnam is increasingly expanding the presence of its brands across global markets. ( read original story ...)
Vietnam has emerged as an alternative to China, beating India: EIU
Vietnam has emerged as a low-cost manufacturing base in Asian supply chains, beating India and even China in indicators, including foreign direct investment (FDI) policy and foreign trade and exchange ... ( read original story ...)
Japan suspends business visit program for Vietnam, 10 other economies
Japan has suspended a program that allowed business visits by people from certain economies, including Vietnam, as it tightened border restrictions over renewed coronavirus fears. ( read original story ...)
Moody’s forecasts Pakistan economy will grow 1.5pc
Moody’s Investor Service on Wednesday forecast Pakistan economy will grow by 1.5pc during the current fiscal year and found Pakistani banks to be stable owing to government support but banking sector ... ( read original story ...)
Korean firms keen to explore Pakistan’s market
South Korean companies, especially small and medium enterprises, are keen to invest in Pakistan but they need information about the cost of land for setting up manufacturing units to enhance their ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan economy to return to growth in 2021: Moody’s report
The government and central bank responses and reforms will partially soften the pandemic's impact and help revive the economy: Moody's Investors Service ... ( read original story ...)
PayPal becomes first foreign firm in China with full ownership of payments business
PayPal Holding Inc has become the first foreign operator with 100% control of a payment platform in China, according to Chinese government data, as the U.S. fintech giant eyes a bigger foothold in a ... ( read original story ...)
China 2020 exports up despite virus; surplus surges to $535B
China’s exports rose in 2020 despite pressure from the coronavirus pandemic and a tariff war with Washington, boosting its politically volatile trade surplus to $535 billion, one of the highest ever r ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Shares Expected To Be Rangebound On Thursday
The Singapore stock market on Wednesday ended the two-day losing streak in which it had slipped more than 15 points or 0.5 percent. The Straits Times Index now sits just above the 2,975-point plateau ... ( read original story ...)
Mt. Lebanon Community Holds Special Sendoff For Woman The Night Before Her 2nd Brain Surgery
A Mt. Lebanon woman received a special sendoff on Wednesday, the night before her second brain surgery in less than a year. ( read original story ...)