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Explainer: What is RCEP? Will PH benefit from it?

25 tháng 02. 2023

The Philippines officially joined the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) despite strong opposition from Filipino farmers. But why is it important for the country?

Indonesia aims to attract over 108 billion USD in investment in 2024

25 tháng 02. 2023

Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, Airlangga Hartarto said that the Indonesian Government has set a goal to attract 1,650 trillion IDR (over 108 billion USD) in investment in 2024.

Thailand Announces Ban on Plastic Waste Imports by 2025

25 tháng 02. 2023

Thailand’s ban on plastic waste imports, which has been discussed since 2020, will be carried out in phases over the next three years.

Indonesia launches carbon trading mechanism for coal power plants

25 tháng 02. 2023

Indonesia on Wednesday launched the first phase of mandatory carbon trading for coal power plants, part of efforts by Southeast Asia's biggest economy to boost renewable energy and achieve net zero emissions by 2060.

UK and Thailand sign MoU for agricultural cooperation

25 tháng 02. 2023

Memorandum of Understanding Signed by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) of the United Kingdom and the Ministry of Agricultural and Cooperatives (MOAC) of the Kingdom of Thailand.

Thailand, China to expand trade cooperation via Chinese entrepreneurs convention, mini FTAs

25 tháng 02. 2023

The deputy prime minister made the remarks at the Thai-Chinese Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday.

Philippines to Join Largest Trade Pact After Senate Approval

23 tháng 02. 2023

The Philippine Senate has approved the country’s participation in the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, the world’s largest trade deal that includes China and Southeast Asian nations.

Southeast Asian Economies: Out of the Storm, Clouds on the Horizon

23 tháng 02. 2023

The Southeast Asian economy is looking up, after absorbing the blow of several downside risks in 2022.