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Thailand pushes projects for Eastern Economic Corridor
The Thai government continues to promote investment in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), one of the largest economic initiatives geared particularly towards foreign investors....
Laos expects more private investment this year
The Communist Lao government expects domestic and foreign private investment to climb to 23,086 billion kip ($2.7 billion) in 2019 from around $2.36 billion...
Spain to make Philippines investment hub in ASEAN
Spain is looking at the possibility of making the Philippines its hub for trade and investments in the region and gateway to the other...
Myanmar’s huge Dawei project falls asleep
The $10.8-billion industrial zone project plus deep-sea water port in Myanmar's southern town of Dawei has stalled because of financing uncertainties and a potential...
Philippines: Investment destination of choice
The Philippines is expected to be among the top performers in Southeast Asia for the years to come. Inside Investor talked to Cristino L. Panlilio, outgoing Philippines’ Department of Trade and Industry Undersecretary.
Aquino beats the big drum in Davos
At his debut visit to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Philippine President Benigno Aquino III has pitched to the international investor community...
Myanmar drafts 30-year development plan
The Myanmar government is currently setting up the National Development Plan, which covers the country's economic and social development over the next 30 years.
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Where business is easy in Southeast Asia
When it comes to doing business in Southeast Asia, Singapore has consistently topped rankings as being one of the most conducive countries to acquire...
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Thailand, Singapore most vulnerable to potential US recession
Southeast Asia could be seriously affected in case the US falls into recession, but some countries would be more badly hit than others, economists...