Indonesia, a South-east Asian archipelago with over 17,000 islands, has a long history dating back millions of years, marked by the early presence of Austronesians and the spread of Islam, which became dominant by the 17th century. Currently, Indonesia is poised for significant economic growth under the incoming administration of Prabowo Subianto, which aims for 8% annual growth, targeting a top-f
This Economic Impact Report presents a comprehensive analysis of Thailand's tobacco industry, shedding light on its wide-reaching value chain and contribution to the national economy. Notably, the industry directly or indirectly supports some 50,000 households, and contributed BT59.8bn to government revenue in 2022 through excise taxes, equivalent to some 12% of the country’s total excise revenue. The…
− Emerging markets see increasing share of global agri-tech deals despite investment slump − Improved supply chains enable smallholder farmers to increase market reach − Artificial intelligence and digital solutions help farmers optimise resource use − Financial support and digital networks essential to building climate resilience Even as global funding levels drop, agri-tech…
En Español En Français While the recovery period following the Covid-19 pandemic saw the unlocking of major capital in emerging markets, inflationary pressures, fluctuating commodity prices and geopolitical concerns have since tempered the global economic outlook for 2023. Balancing opportunity and risk has become a priority for shareholders and investors, but emerging markets have remained…
− Global food insecurity is rising due to environmental, economic and geopolitical shocks − Resilience to extreme weather is being prioritised as climate change advances − Innovative food systems are helping countries meet sustainability goals − The revival of traditional agricultural techniques and foodstuffs is boosting security Food security became a central priority for many emerging…
– Aquaculture currently accounts for more than half of fish consumed globally – Disease, stock mortality, land use and feed remain chief concerns – Inland and deepsea aquaculture offer more sustainable models – Aquaculture could help governments achieve blue economy objectives With per capita fish consumption having doubled in the past six decades, aquaculture is becoming more important…
– Farmers in emerging markets are increasingly embracing sustainable agriculture – Technological innovation is allowing farmers to grow produce more efficiently – Regenerative agriculture aims to curb carbon emissions and increase yields In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, supply chain disruptions and broader environmental concerns, many countries are looking to improve the efficiency of…
On future foods and evolving consumer tastes What is your assessment of the ecosystem for developing future foods in Thailand? DAN PATHOMVANICH: When the firm secured external funding in 2017, plant-based food production was among the fastest-growing segments of the Thai food sector, and the best performing at NRF. Climate change has proved to be an inflection point for the segment, driven…
- The world must change how it eats to limit climate change - Plant-based meat industry seeing significant growth at the global level - Edible insects are nutritious, easy to farm and have a small carbon footprint - Seaweed is an established foodstuff in Asia with worldwide potential As the world works to bring climate change under control, there is a growing awareness of the negative ramifications…
The Philippines posted average economic growth of 6.4% over 2010-19. While the Covid-19 pandemic tested the country’s resilience during 2020, the response measures contained within the two national stimulus packages, Bayanihan 1 and 2, provided support to vulnerable industries. Meanwhile, the rollout of the imminent Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises bill is expected to create
