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World Bank cuts growth estimates for East Asia as China falters
Bloomberg News, Published on 02/10/2023
» SINGAPORE - Developing economies in East Asia and the Pacific are set to see slower growth this year and next as the region reels from the impact of tighter finances and a weak global environment, according to the World Bank’s latest report.
Why buying cannabis in Thailand might get tougher after election
Bloomberg News, Published on 12/05/2023
» The days of easily buying marijuana on the streets of Bangkok or Phuket may soon be over.
After deadly floods, Malaysia king urges protection of forests
Bloomberg News, Published on 28/02/2022
» Malaysia’s king urged the government to take measures to protect the environment and ensure that at least half of the country’s land area remains forested, months after the nation suffered its worst floods in decades.
Monsoon rains flood Philippines as thousands evacuated
Bloomberg News, Published on 25/07/2021
» Philippine authorities evacuated thousands of people to safety as heavy rains and flooding caused by the southwest monsoon killed at least one person.
Indonesian volcano spews ash
Bloomberg News, Published on 17/01/2021
» Mount Semeru volcano on Indonesia’s main Java island spewed hot ash as high as 4km on Saturday, prompting authorities to warn people to keep a distance.
Climate talks in Bangkok hit hurdle over finances
Bloomberg News, Published on 10/09/2018
» Climate negotiators in Bangkok made progress on several issues to set a framework for implementing the landmark 2015 Paris accord, but hit a stumbling block over details behind a plan for developed countries to spend $100 billion a year to finance projects in the developing world.
Myanmar sees rise in tourism despite Rohingya crisis
Bloomberg News, Published on 22/02/2018
» Myanmar tourist arrivals rose 18% last year to 3.44 million visitors, despite international condemnation over the treatment of its Rohingya Muslim population.
Toyota loses sales crown to Volkswagen
Bloomberg News, Published on 30/01/2017
» FRANKFURT/TOKYO - Toyota Motor Corp lost its title as the world’s best-selling automaker to Volkswagen AG, snapping the Japanese company’s four-year reign, as demand for its flagship Camry sedan waned in the US and sales in China expanded at a slower pace than the overall market.
Toyota seen losing $277m as quakes halt Japan output
Bloomberg News, Published on 18/04/2016
» TOKYO -- Toyota Motor Corp may see its operating profit reduced by about 30 billion yen (US$277 million) for the current quarter after a series of earthquakes struck southern Japan and disrupted parts supplies to the world’s largest automaker.
20% cancellations at Malaysia Air
Bloomberg News, Published on 29/07/2014
» Malaysian Airline System Bhd is facing an influx of passenger cancellations after the carrier’s second disaster this year, adding to the strains of a company that’s bracing for a fourth consecutive annual loss.