Monthly Archives: January 2014

World Bank pledges US$2b for Myanmar

Posted on January 27, 2014 by thomasdinnocenzi

The World Bank announced on Sunday a US$2 billion development programme for Myanmar, including projects to improve access to energy and healthcare in the impoverished former military-ruled nation. Bank president Jim Yong Kim, on his first visit to Myanmar, said … Continue reading →

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South Korea economy grows 0.9% in Q4

Posted on January 24, 2014 by thomasdinnocenzi

South Korea’s economy grew at a slightly slower 0.9 per cent in the fourth quarter of last year, as falling construction investments offset a rise in exports, state data showed on Thursday. Gross domestic product rose a seasonally adjusted 0.9 … Continue reading →

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Malaysia open doors to EEV manufacturers

Posted on January 23, 2014 by thomasdinnocenzi

The road to making Malaysia a regional automotive hub for energy efficient vehicles (EEV) will be kicked off by giving out manufacturing licences for EEVs without any restrictions, a one up on markets such as Thailand and Indonesia that has … Continue reading →

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Apple hires medical tech experts, fueling iWatch rumours

Posted on January 22, 2014 by thomasdinnocenzi

A smartwatch with next-generation health skills could help Apple beat rivals in the wearable technology sector Apple has reportedly hired two medical technology experts, fueling rumours that the company’s forthcoming iWatch could have a health focus. Nancy Dougherty from startup … Continue reading →

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