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Digitalization helps promote financial inclusion among ASEAN youth
Digitalization can unlock greater financial inclusion among the Association of Southeast Asian Nations’ (ASEAN) digital generation, according to a new report. But there is still work to do. Digital payment apps were the most used by those surveyed of any applications after social media, with 84% of all respondents saying they had used these apps. The full version : READ HERE
Thailand BOI Approves 5-Year Investment Promotion Strategy Focus on Innovation, Competitive, and Inclusive approach New Economy
The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) at a board meeting held last week approved the framework of its new Investment Promotion Strategy for the next five years, which will focus on entering the new economy era by encouraging technological advancement, the transition to green and smart Industries, talent development, as well as creativity and innovation, to strengthen the country’s status as a regional hub for business, trade and logistics.
ASEAN is realising circular economy through the adoption of the Framework of Circular Economy
ASEAN is realising circular economy through the adoption of the Framework of Circular Economy for the ASEAN Economic Community in 2021 and the rolling out of its implementation plan and work programme in 2023. It is expected to enhance ASEAN’s long-term economic resilience and unlock more opportunities. The ASEAN Secretariat speaks with Kunal Narula, Group CEO at Mercantile Pacific Asia, to further encapsulate the private sector’s perspective and experience in growing business in the area of circular economy.