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The Bruneian Tea Market Report Description

This report presents a comprehensive overview of the Bruneian tea market, the impact of COVID-19 on it, and a forecast for the market development in the medium term. The report provides a strategic analysis of the tea market in Brunei Darussalam and describes the main market participants, growth and demand drivers, challenges, and all other factors, influencing the development of the market.
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State of the Demographics and Economy of Asia Pacific

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Foreign Trade Operations of Tea in Brunei Darussalam

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Consumption of Tea in Brunei Darussalam

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Understanding the rise in gilt yields

The recent spike in gilt yields can be attributed to several factors. Primarily, investor concerns have been fuelled by reports suggesting that Chancellor Rachel Reeves may be planning to relax borrowing rules to fund her upcoming Budget on 30 October. This potential shift in fiscal policy has made gilt investors increasingly nervous.

Additionally, persistent inflation worries have contributed to the upward pressure on yields. The UK's inflation rate, although close to the Bank of England's (BoE) 2% target, has remained stubbornly high compared to other major economies, prompting investors to demand higher returns on government bonds to compensate for the eroding effects of inflation.

Interestingly, the gap between UK gilt yields and German bond yields has widened to its largest margin in over a year. This divergence is partly due to expectations that the European Central Bank (ECB) will cut interest rates faster than the BoE to stimulate the sluggish eurozone economy.

The combination of these factors has created a perfect storm for UK borrowing costs, putting pressure on the government's fiscal plans and potentially impacting future economic growth.

Implications for the UK economy

The surge in borrowing costs comes at a crucial time for the UK economy. With just three weeks until the Budget announcement, Chancellor Reeves is grappling with a reported £22 billion fiscal hole. This challenge is further compounded by the fact that UK public borrowing has already exceeded forecasts this year, partly due to higher-than-expected government spending.

Some analysts anticipate that the government may need to sell more gilts in the financial year ending March 2025 than the current forecast of £278 billion. This increased debt issuance could put further upward pressure on yields, potentially creating a vicious cycle of rising borrowing costs.

The situation has led bondholders to warn that the Chancellor will need to walk a "tightrope" if she intends to proceed with her borrowing and investment plans without triggering a gilt sell-off. This delicate balancing act will be crucial in maintaining investor confidence and economic stability.

Comparison with the US market

While the UK grapples with rising borrowing costs, the United States is experiencing its own set of challenges. Recent economic data has revived discussions about a "no landing" scenario for the US economy, where growth continues, inflation reignites, and the Federal Reserve (Fed) has limited room to cut interest rates.

A recent blowout payrolls report showed the fastest job growth in six months, a surprising drop in unemployment, and higher wages. This data sent US Treasury yields surging, from 3.60% in mid-September to 4.03% in early October, and forced investors to recalibrate their expectations for future interest rate cuts.

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Almost every morning, Daniele Montini and his wife, Alfreda, take a stroll in the shallow waters of the Adriatic Sea. The ritual, followed by many residents in Fano, a coastal town in Italy's central Marche region, is advised by doctors to stimulate blood circulation and maintain a healthy respiratory system through breathing in the salty air.

It is 7.30am and the outside temperature is already a muggy 29C. The couple, who were born in Fano, know that their summers, and their winters, are being transformed by global heating. What they are not quite used to is the stagnant, much warmer sea.

On a number of days in July, the sea temperature along Italy's Adriatic coastline, which stretches from Trieste in the north to Capo d'Otranto in the south, reached a record 30C, and in some areas slightly surpassed that figure.

"The water feels very hot, almost like a bath," said Daniele as the couple finished their walk. "A lot has changed in 50 years. I remember the sea was a lot wavier, now it's mostly flat." Alfreda added: "The quantity of the fish has changed too, and the species, some don't even exist any more."

Moreover, the sea's heat and weak currents have contributed to this summer's widespread proliferation, especially in the northern and central areas of the Adriatic, of mucillagine, or mucilage, a thick, slimy white-yellow substance formed of various microalgae that accumulates on the seabed or the surface.

The mucilage is relatively unique to the Adriatic on the Italian side, and tends to amass more when the sea is not receiving enough nutrients from the Po, the country's longest river, which stretches from the Alps before spilling into the Adriatic in the north. The last time the substance made such a significant appearance was in 1989, especially in the waters off the coastal towns in the Emilia-Romagna region, causing beachgoers to flee.

But while the mucilage is an unsightly annoyance for bathers, it is not dangerous to their health. It is, however, detrimental for fishing.

Speaking at Fano port late at night after returning from two days at sea, fisher Alessandro Ciavaglia said the mucilage "is everywhere".

"It causes problems for the boat's engine, but also blocks off fishing nets, and once this happens it is impossible to fish," he said. While most types of fish can escape the mucilage, it can suffocate shellfish such as clams, which are also under threat from the blue crabs thriving in the warmer Adriatic, particularly in the northern parts.

Ciavaglia has been a fisher in the Adriatic for 40 years and said he has never experienced such a high sea temperature, and as a result, so much mucilage.

"We're talking 30C even out in the open sea," he added. "The Adriatic is becoming tropical. We are starting to see species of fish that were not previously there, such as swordfish, whereas various types of white fish, such as turbot, are almost extinct. There is no doubt that the [climatic] change is happening and it's pointless trying to deny it."

Ciavaglia is managing to get by, but smaller independent fishers further up the coast in places such as Pesaro, as well as neighbouring Cattolica in Emilia-Romagna, are faring much worse.

Anna Franchini, who represents a co-operative for small fishers, said: "Fishers here have not been able to work for a month. It's really sad to see activity so reduced, and there is a lot of anger, also because of the high costs and heavy bureaucracy that people have to deal with at the same time."

Andrea Bacchiani, a fisher in Cattolica since 1996, said: "Each day is different, but once the mucilage affects the nets you just can't do anything. In the past, it might have been a problem for a day or two, but not like this, for more than a month."

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Luca Cavallieri, who works in Pesaro, managed to get a decent overnight catch, which is sold fresh at the port by his mother, Stefania. But business has been a struggle. "The temperature is increasingly high, and the sea increasingly warm. I have never experienced it as tough as this before," he said. "My biggest worry is not having the money coming in to pay people, to pay the mortgage.

Fishing associations in the regions most affected, including Veneto, Emilia-Romagna, Marche and Abruzzo, have urged the government to declare a state of emergency, which essentially gives it power to quickly push through policies that would help to sustain the fishers. The Adriatic - which is part of the Mediterranean - and the seas arounds Sicily are Italy's biggest producers of fish.

"There is activity all along the coast," said Tonino Giardini, a coordinator for Gruppo Pesca, a fishers' co-operative in Fano. "Right now, the biggest challenge is surviving."

The first sighting of mucilage in the Adriatic was officially recorded in the early decades of the 17th century. "It is a phenomenon closely linked to the climatic conditions and which in recent times reappeared in a very significant way since 1989," said Maria Lucia De Nicolò, a historian at the University of Bologna and expert on the Mediterranean. "We are in an alarming [phase] right now, but there have always been warnings about climatic changes, and not for nothing."

There was some hope on Thursday when tests showed the sea temperature had cooled to about 28C.

"But we're not out of danger, as we have not yet reached the peak temperature, which is usually around mid-August," said Roberto Danovaro, a marine biologist at the University of Ancona.

Danovaro added that while the Adriatic has become much cleaner over the last 20 to 30 years, it has also become more depleted. "It produces less, and receives less nutrients [from the rivers], and then it suffers from these heatwaves. We are experiencing an anomalous situation and it is starting to become more evident," he said, pointing to the killing off of sea sponges and other organisms.

"The Adriatic is becoming as tropical as the Maldives, but without the same colour."

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SINGAPORE, July 15, 2024 - Malaysia's economic growth moderated last year to 3.6 percent amid a challenging external environment. In 2024, growth is expected to accelerate to 4.7 percent on resilient domestic demand and a recovery in external demand. Inflation is expected to moderate to 2.3 percent this year, but is subject to upside risks from fuel subsidy rationalization. The authorities are encouraged to stand ready to adjust monetary policy to contain any broader inflationary pressure, rebuild fiscal space through fiscal consolidation, and gradually build up foreign reserves when market conditions allow. This preliminary assessment was made by the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) during its Annual Consultation Visit to Malaysia from June 25 to July 5, 2024.

The AMRO team was led by Principal Economist Runchana Pongsaparn. AMRO Director Kouqing Li and Chief Economist Hoe Ee Khor participated in the key policy meetings. The discussions focused on the risks and challenges facing Malaysia, and policy options to bolster economic growth, manage inflationary pressures, rebuild fiscal space and external buffers, as well as address long-term structural issues.
Economic developments and outlook
"After a moderation to 3.6 percent last year, Malaysia's growth is projected to accelerate to 4.7 percent in 2024, underpinned by strong domestic demand and a pickup in external demand. Favorable labor market conditions and continued tourism recovery will support consumption, while realization of record-high approved investments and implementation of national master plans will boost investment," said Dr. Pongsaparn. "Inflation is expected to moderate to 2.3 percent this year, but faces upside risks from the rationalization of fuel subsidies."

The external position weakened in 2023 due to a smaller trade surplus and large portfolio investment outflows, which were partially offset by a strong recovery in tourism. Malaysia's banking system remains sound with sufficient buffers to withstand macro-financial shocks. The ringgit weakened amid challenging external conditions and the strengthening of the U.S. dollar, prompting foreign exchange (FX) interventions by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to mitigate excessive volatility of the currency. Repatriation of foreign investment income by Government-Linked Companies (GLCs) and Government-Linked Investment Companies (GLICs) as well as their conversion into ringgit has helped to stabilize the exchange rate.

Following monetary policy normalization that began in May 2022, the policy rate has remained unchanged since May 2023 amid easing inflation and an improvement in the growth outlook. Blanket subsidies and price controls have also helped to keep inflation in check, but came at a large fiscal cost. Higher corporate and personal income tax collection helped cover increased expenditure on subsidies and social assistance and narrowed the fiscal deficit to 5.0 percent of GDP in 2023.
Risk and vulnerabilities
The growth outlook could be weighed down by slower growth in major economies and potential adverse spillovers from the U.S. presidential election. The inflation outlook faces upside risks from global commodity price shocks and the government's planned subsidy rationalization.

Challenges in the medium to long term could arise from global economic fragmentation, increased talent outflows, insufficient retirement savings, drag from aging population, and the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Policy recommendations
AMRO commends BNM's commitment to a flexible exchange rate and its efforts to maintain orderly market functioning through market-friendly measures, alongside clear and consistent communication. These measures include coordinating with GLCs and GLICs as well as piloting a fast-track pre-approval reinvestment framework for corporates to encourage repatriation and conversion of foreign earnings. As FX interventions may be needed during periods of excessive volatility, BNM should continue to build up its foreign reserves when market conditions allow.

AMRO welcomes the authorities' continued efforts towards fiscal consolidation. While RON95 subsidy rationalization will yield substantial fiscal savings, a phased implementation with effective communications is recommended to avoid large inflationary shocks and allow for policy impact assessment. Major tax reforms, such as the reintroduction of the Goods and Services Tax, are crucial for achieving fiscal sustainability over the medium and long term. The recent enactment of the Public Finance and Fiscal Responsibility Act is much welcome, and the authorities are encouraged to expedite the tabling of the Government Procurement Act.

Structural reforms to address long-term challenges, such as inadequate R&D spending and innovation as well as skill and talent shortages, should be accelerated to enable industrial upgrading and support the country's ambition to move up the global manufacturing value chain. Comprehensive reforms are required to improve labor productivity to raise wages, expand pension coverage to the rest of the working population, and improve the adequacy of retirement savings amid an aging population.

The AMRO team would like to express its appreciation to the Malaysian authorities and other counterparts for their cooperation and insightful discussions during the mission.
About AMRO
The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) is an international organization established to contribute toward securing macroeconomic and financial resilience and stability of the ASEAN+3 region, comprising 10 members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and China; Hong Kong, China; Japan; and Korea. AMRO's mandate is to conduct macroeconomic surveillance, support regional financial arrangements, and provide technical assistance to the members. In addition, AMRO also serves as a regional knowledge hub and provides support to ASEAN+3 financial cooperation.

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Singapore has emerged as a leading hub for innovation, particularly in the fintech sector. According to the Global Innovation Index 2023 by Insead, World Intellectual Property Organisation, and Cornell University, Singapore is the most innovative city in South-east Asia and one of the leading hubs in the world.

This success is not accidental, but the result of a concerted effort to build a collaborative ecosystem where banks, fintechs, and government agencies work together to drive digital transformation and economic growth. However, as Singapore aims to further cement its position, it must constantly reinvent in navigating a landscape rife with challenges and opportunities.

Since the launch of the Financial Sector Technology and Innovation Scheme by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) in 2015, Singapore's fintech market has seen remarkable growth. This initiative, along with the development of new regulations, innovative tools, and strategic partnerships, has attracted over 1,300 fintech firms to Singapore, with investments reaching a three-year high of US$4.1 billion in 2022. Key decisions such as appointing a chief fintech officer and adopting a fast-follower approach to replicate best-in-class initiatives like sandboxes have contributed to this success.

The Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) and the Singapore FinTech Association have played pivotal roles in nurturing stakeholder alignment and creating an open ecosystem. MAS' establishment of Elevandi in 2022 further underscores this commitment. Elevandi, an independent entity, fosters active dialogues between the public and private sectors, and drives the growth and adoption of new technologies through international platforms, education programmes, research, and white papers.

Looking ahead, Singapore's fintech ecosystem has ambitious goals. At a roundtable hosted by HSBC at Elevandi's Insights Forum during SFF 2023, the participants, which included regulators, banks, investors and fintechs, discussed targets to achieve up to US$10 billion in investments and to double the number of fintech firms in Singapore over the next few years. To achieve these goals, stakeholders must continue to identify areas for improvement and redefine strategies for international growth.

Five key pillars are vital for building a thriving innovation ecosystem:

1. Human capital: Singapore boasts a pool of skilled individuals with diverse expertise, supported by collaborations with leading technology providers and academic institutions. Convenient access to the Stem talent pool in pivotal markets such as India, China, and South-east Asia is also advantageous.

2. Financial capital: Singapore's robust funding ecosystem and a strong presence in Asian bond listings provide access to adequate funding for fintech firms. Additionally, the availability of venture capital, private equity funds, angel investors, family offices and financial institutions focused on funding fintechs, and digital economy players contributes to a vibrant ecosystem. The Financial Sector Development Fund's S$2 billion top-up announced during Singapore Budget 2024 will further support sector growth through building capabilities and capitalising on emerging opportunities.

3. Regulatory framework: MAS proactively supports innovation with forward-looking regulations that promote future innovation and ensure compliance and security. The government has also been implementing regulatory frameworks to support startup growth, while agencies such as Enterprise Singapore have been tirelessly working with startups across different sectors to scale up.

4. Partner ecosystem: Singapore's network of strategic partnerships and collaborations amplifies the impact of innovation, enabling scalable and sustainable growth in the fintech sector. Key market players - including MAS, investors, financial institutions, ecommerce, and the robust fintech community - will continue to support Singapore's rise as a hub for fintech development.

5. Market access: While Singapore's market is relatively small, it serves as a good reference point for innovators looking to diversify into other markets. The digital economy intrinsically is not limited by geographical proximity, so Singapore fintechs are equally capable of serving markets like the Middle East, Latin America, and Africa regions.

To further cultivate Singapore's fintech ecosystem, both the ecosystem and the government has to recognise the opportunities available to overcome challenges within the space.

While we boast a pool of skilled talents, empowering mid-level employees with the requisite skills and helping them to cultivate a more global perspective, identifying potential market disruptors that may come after the integration of artificial intelligence, ESG, and the like, will be crucial for sustained growth.

Singapore's growth path clearly lies in international partnerships, and another opportunity would be for the government to collaborate with other countries to explore how successful or highly promising fintechs can gain access to an expedited sandbox in other markets. Startups will gain significant advantages when the goal of establishing seamless market access and connectivity across Asean is achieved.

In promoting fintech for good, Singapore is already establishing itself as an ESG fintech hub, and the convergence of fintech and climate tech will further solidify this position.

Collaboration between the government, regulator, and financial institutions is crucial to position Singapore as a global benchmark for a thriving fintech innovation ecosystem. This means creating a regulatory environment that is conducive to innovation, fostering a culture of collaboration between banks and fintechs, and providing the necessary support and infrastructure for fintech firms to thrive.

The Singapore Budget 2024 included measures for navigating the challenges and opportunities in the fintech sector, such as supporting innovation with targeted investments and a focus on cybersecurity to ensure safety in our digital infrastructure.

Apart from the S$2 billion top-up to the Financial Sector Development Fund, a commitment of S$3 billion to the Research, Innovation, and Enterprise 2025 plan was also announced. These investments are expected to fuel advancements across various national priorities, including sustainability and the digital economy, which underscores the importance of research and development in driving economic growth and innovation.

Necessity and the will to continually evolve to remain relevant to the world have been a great motivator in driving Singapore's fintech plans and will continue to do so. Equally important ingredients for success will be the ability to build a collaborative and supportive innovation ecosystem. This needs to be a layered approach to ensure Singapore can maintain its leadership position and drive sustainable economic growth.
A contribution piece by Shayan Hazir, Chief Digital Officer, Asean, HSBC and Pat Patel, Executive Director, Elevandi. This piece was first published in The Business Times on 30 May 2024.

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Brunei Darussalam: Economic Recovery is Underway, but Remains Uneven

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Brunei’s economic recovery is underway with the non-oil & gas sector continuing to show positive performance driven by the services sector.

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PESTLE analysis of Malaysia examines the political, economic, sociocultural, technological, environmental & legal factors influencing Malaysia to this day.

In this PESTLE analysis of Malaysia, you'll see how a few of the political, economic, sociocultural, technological, environmental, and legal factors influence Malaysia to this day.

Malaysia's Political Factors

A government of 9 sultans: Malaysia's constitution is interesting - it's made up of thirteen states, three federal territories, and a monarchy. The monarchy, consisting of a committee of sultans from the nine Malay kingdoms, is more of a figurehead, while the elected Prime Minister handles the majority of the country's policies and regulations.

Connected to many worldwide organizations: You'll find Malaysia listed as a member of the Commonwealth of Nations, the UN, and the creator of the ASEAN and Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).

Digital Governance and Regulatory Overreach: The growing involvement of the Malaysian government in digital governance reflects a broader shift towards increased regulatory control over online platforms. This shift highlights the government's efforts to manage digital spaces in a way that aligns with national interests. However, such regulatory actions can raise concerns about potential overreach, particularly when they are perceived as burdensome or unclear. This can impact international business relations, as multinational companies might see these regulations as obstacles, potentially deterring investment in Malaysia's burgeoning tech sector. Balancing these regulations with the need for a business-friendly environment is crucial to maintaining the country's competitive edge.
Example: The introduction of Malaysia's social media licensing plan exemplifies the potential challenges of increased government control in digital governance. Under this new regulation, social media platforms with over eight million users are required to apply for a license, a move intended to combat cybercrime and harmful online content. However, the lack of clarity and the perceived burden of compliance have sparked concerns among major tech companies like Google and Meta. These companies, through the Asia Internet Coalition, have publicly expressed that such regulations could stifle innovation and create an unwelcoming environment for digital businesses, potentially impacting Malaysia's attractiveness as a destination for foreign investment. This situation illustrates how regulatory overreach in digital governance can have broader implications for international business relations.

A friend and enemy to China: Although the country has had disputes about the South China Sea, Malaysia still has close ties with China. To manage these disputes, the two countries have worked together to sign various energy and defense agreements.

Stable but corrupt political system: Overall, Malaysia is politically stable but corrupt. Citizens are expected to pay a fee (called a "sweetener") to access hospitals, schools, and courts. Some political figures have recently arrested big-name people who are connected to politics, which has brought Malaysia's corruption to the spotlight. The media - including print and television- isn't safe from governmental control either. Back in 2007, the government agency instructed radio and television stations to not broadcast speeches from oppositional leaders. It was a tough break for said oppositional leaders.

Malaysia's Economic Factors

A middle-income country with hopes for more: Since Malaysia spent the last fifty years changing into a multi-sector economy, the country is considered middle-income. The Prime Minister is focusing on bringing Malaysia's income higher, which will bring more interest from investors in the pharmaceutical, technology, and med technology industries.

Too many exports: Currently, Malaysia's economy is overly dependent on exports but the NAJIB administration plans to offset this problem by expanding into more domestic supply and demand products.

The two profitable exports are volatile: Gas and oil are Malaysia's most profitable exports. When the energy prices worldwide are high, Malaysia benefits. But when it's low, Malaysia suffers. With many countries moving towards renewable energy sources and electric vehicles, it could be a problem for Malaysia's profits. The rising cost of fuel and gas is already cutting into Malaysia's export profits.

Incredibly low unemployment rate: The unemployment rate is low - 3.2% in 2019, to be exact. The current economy is active and healthy, thanks to the more diversified income streams into knowledge and industrialized-based industries. The country does still benefit largely from exports - besides gas and diesel, palm oil, office machine parts, and integrated circuits are primary products - to China, Japan, Singapore, and the USA.

Malaysia's Social Factors

A multi-diverse country: You'll find many cultures in Malaysia - besides Malaysians, there are Indian and Chinese people living in the country too. Each group has retained their respective religions and way of life. Part of this is because, despite these groups sharing the same schools and workspaces, the majority will marry within their ethnicity rather than outside of it. This is likely because each group socializes within their own ethnic groups for their entire lives.

If you own the latest car model, you're an elite in Malaysia: There can be quite a difference in social class with Malaysians. The highest of status goes overseas for schooling, has an abundance of familial money, and commands the English language. You can also tell someone is elite by their shopping habits. How and what they buy is often followed in the image of the Malay royalty - they purchase luxury clothes, expensive jewelry, and have a mobile phone. For your social status in Malaysia, it's more important to have the latest car than a home.

Malaysia's Technological Factors

The Angkasa space program: Back in 2002, a new space program to grow Malaysia's space education and experiments were developed. Called the Malaysian National Space Agency (Angkasa), it led to the development of the "RazakSAT" satellite. Later, three Malayans were chosen for the spaceflight program, and have been a prominent resource for the country's interstellar developments.

Embracing technology by big brands: The majority of Malaysians have access to the internet, although it's mostly via mobile networks. Because of the location, large companies like IBM, Google, and Intel, are embraced within Malaysia. You can find many of their products and brands within. As for social media, Malaysians tend to use the most common ones, including Facebook, Youtube, and Instagram.

Moving into technology industries: The government is focusing on new initiatives to make Malaysia the preferred spot for hi-tech investments within the next five years. It could lead to new jobs, but it could also mean local workers may struggle to embrace the new technology industries.

Malaysia's Legal Factors

Malaysia follows the common law system. The country follows a legal framework which involves the protection of Malaysian citizen rights, but also follow state laws in specific areas.

Malaysia's Environmental Factors

A massive land of flora, fauna, and mangroves: Malaysia has a wide range of flora and fauna. Between 50-70% of the country is made up of tropical rainforests. In fact, Malaysia is in the top five for the largest mangrove area in the world. But one of Malaysia's biggest exports is palm oil, which has lead to mass deforestation and forest conversion. Mining too has affected the land - it's polluted the rivers and colonized the land for new roads and means of transportation.

Deforestation is impacting the land, animals, and citizens: However, like with many developing countries, the ecological landscape is suffering. The deforestation of forests, fauna, and other ecosystems in the country is threatened by urbanization. In fact, the deforestation rate in Malaysia is at the highest compared to other tropical nations. The land is used to develop new buildings, which is encroaching on the homes for animals and infecting the natural rivers with pollution. Malaysia has seen an uptick in flooding and landslides because of the deforestation of the land.

Final Thoughts on PESTLE Analysis of Malaysia

Malaysia is a beautiful country with multi-ethnic groups, amazing forestry, and hardworking people who are bettering themselves. But the country's political system is corrupted by questionable politicians who aren't afraid to bend the rules to stay in power.

With that said, the country is still politically stable. The economy is doing well - less than 4% of people are unemployed. The government is working to develop the tech and knowledge-based industries in the country to hopefully rely less on the exportation of gas and diesel. Hopefully, it can increase investments and domestic demand over the next few years.

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Malaysia PESTLE analysis Focuses on the Country's Needs

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PESTLE analysis of Malaysia examines the political, economic, sociocultural, technological, environmental & legal factors influencing Malaysia to this day.

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Nestlé in Italy proves that positive social impact is a winning business policy

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In 2023, the company invested more than 3.5 million in social work. Projects range from three-month paternity leave to charity and summer camps for employees' children

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In the last year, Europe's labour market witnessed remarkable shifts, charting new territory despite global economic challenges. In Q1 2024, key indicators showcase a resilient landscape and dynamic changes that underscore both challenges and opportunities.

To help organisations navigate this volatile labour market amidst inflation, geopolitical tensions and talent shortages, Magnit analysed billions of data points for our " Spring/Summer 2024 Europe Labour Market Report," examining a variety of metrics across multiple countries and analysing data year over year, focused on professional and technology job roles.

Magnit's analysis uncovered several key trends that are shaping the overall European market and driving the recent cautionary approach. Findings include:

Record Lows for Unemployment: 2023 commenced with the EU unemployment rate at an unprecedented low of 6.1% and reached a historic 5.9% by year's end, a remarkable feat given the previous decade's double-digit rates.

Wage Increases Vary Widely: Low unemployment and elevated job vacancies spurred nominal wage growth of 3.5% across the EU, but figures differed significantly by country.

AI Technology Adoption Rises: Europe made strides in AI adoption and the job market shifted accordingly, with Magnit data indicated emerging high demand for AI-related roles including data engineers, machine learning engineers and AI product owners.

Beyond exploring the intricate dynamics shaping Europe as a whole, our report also takes a deeper dive into several key countries, including the United Kingdom and Ireland. Here's a look at the landscape in these nations:

UK/Ireland Macro Environment

A tumultuous economic environment has caused volatility in the employment markets in both the UK and Ireland. Ongoing global conflicts, persistent economic uncertainty, rising energy prices, and changes in inflation and interest rates have collectively fueled rising costs and contributed to decreased hiring.

With fewer job openings and more workers available, the UK job market is becoming more competitive. Meanwhile, the Irish job market has slowed down from the accelerated hiring in 2021-22, especially in the technology industry, a key sector alongside pharmaceuticals.

Interest rates are impacting both regions, delaying investments, impacting liquidity and reducing potential for growth across industries.

Hiring activity for both full-time and contingent roles is declining, according to data from KPMG and the Recruitment & Employment Confederation. The estimated number of vacancies in the UK decreased 5% in Q4 2023 - the 18th straight period of decline - and vacancies have continued to fall through early 2024.

In-Demand Skills

The UK has seen a sharp rise in the use of AI technologies, which has driven the need for experts in AI and machine learning (ML). This is in line with the government's plan to establish the UK as a global leader in utilizing AI to improve people's quality of life. Sought-after skills in global software sales, cloud services, and managed security expertise reflect the strategic priorities of businesses negotiating a technologically driven market.

In Ireland, a housing crisis has driven up demand for workers with construction skills. Other notable developments include:

An increased need for engineers, especially those specialised in validation and automation engineering, within the technology sector

High demand for professionals with expertise in data analytics, data science, and project management using agile methodologies

An emphasis in the pharmaceutical industry on skills such as microbiology and chemistry method testing, particularly within biopharmaceutical operations

Other Trends

In early 2024, the UK bounced back from a 3.6% fall in wage growth in Q3 2023, posting a year-over-year salary increase of 5.5% in February 2024. Ireland, on the other hand, saw more sluggish wage growth, reaching 3.7% by the end of 2023, which was less than the Eurozone average.

In addition to salary, job candidates take a variety of factors into account when evaluating opportunities, including remote work policies, holiday entitlements, pension contributions, and opportunities for professional advancement. Retaining a positive work/life balance is a constant goal, and flexibility is key.

Three-fifths (60%) of workers in the region have flexible working arrangements - up from 51% who reported this in a similar survey a year earlier - underscoring the growing importance of offering flexible working options in attracting and retaining talent.

Get the Full Report

Along with bill rates for key job titles in the UK and Ireland, our new "Spring/Summer 2024 Europe Labour Market Report" also explores additional high-level trends throughout Europe. We also delve further into market conditions in Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands and Switzerland. Download the report now to learn much more.

Disclaimer: The content in this blog post is for informational purposes only and cannot be construed as specific legal advice or as a substitute for legal advice. The blog post reflects the opinion of Magnit and is not to be construed as legal solutions and positions. Contact an attorney for specific advice and guidance for specific issues or questions.

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Spring/Summer 2024 UK & Ireland Labour Landscape Overview: Exploring Macro Trends

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To help organisations navigate this volatile labour market amidst inflation, geopolitical tensions and talent shortages, Magnit analysed billions of data points for our "Spring/Summer 2024 Europe Labour Market Report," examining a variety of metrics across multiple countries and analysing data year over year, focused on professional and technology job roles.

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M11321020 李亭蓁.                   Australia Stationery and Supplies Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032 https://www.expertmarketresearch.com/reports/australia-stationery-and-supplies-market

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The Australia stationery and supplies market size reached USD 1.82 billion in 2023. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.4% between 2024 and 2032, reaching USD 2.46 billion by 2032.

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‘After the success of the Paralympics, the question of disability must be considered in terms of equal rights’

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COLUMN. A simple ‘change of perception’ will not be sufficient to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities. Non-disabled people must also be expected to change their habits, says Philippe Bernard.

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Mexico Set to Produce National EV, Olinia. Macro Environment: Technological Innovation/ Sustainability Focus/ Resource Utilization/ International Trade. Micro Environment: Local Talent Development/ Consumer Impact/ Entrepreneurial and Startup Ecosystem.

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Mexico Set to Produce National EV, Olinia

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Mexico’s new administration plans to produce “Olinia,” a fully electric vehicle designed and assembled by young Mexican engineers.

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Mexico wants to curb Chinese imports - MEXICONOW

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Mexico wants to reduce its dependence on Chinese imports and asked some of the world’s largest manufacturers and technology

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Commentary: Singapore’s climate action has been graded ‘highly insufficient’, but is that too harsh?

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An independent climate report card rates Singapore’s efforts as “highly insufficient” when measured against the Paris Agreement temperature limit. There’s room to continue leading regional climate action, says Nanyang Business School’s Matthew Dearth.

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Škoda Auto enters Brunei market, advancing its internationalisation strategy across ASEAN - Škoda Storyboard

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Mladá Boleslav, 30. January 2024 – Advancing its ongoing internationalisation strategy, Škoda Auto has officially entered the Brunei market. In the Bruneian capital, Bandar Seri Begawan, the carmaker inaugurated its first showroom alongside representatives of its local partner, T.C.Y. Motors. To cater to the specific preferences of Bruneian customers, Škoda Auto has introduced the Octavia RS and Kodiaq Sportline models imported from Europe as well as the Slavia and Kushaq made in India. The carmaker is committed to expanding its regional offer, with plans to roll out the Karoq Sportline and the new-generation Kodiaq later this year.

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Comment la cuisine est-elle devenue gastronomie en France ?
Des premiers recueils de recettes du Moyen Âge à la " nouvelle cuisine " des dernières décennies du XXe siècle, ce livre montre comment la cuisine française a acquis une renommée internationale, tout en devenant une spécificité culturelle reconnue par tous.

Grâce à la maîtrise progressive des techniques de cuisson, grâce aussi à la rationalisation de l'espace où officiaient les cuisiniers, les chefs ont su moderniser les traditions. Car la pérennité de la cuisine française ne tient pas seulement à son caractère identitaire et au discours gastronomique des uns et des autres, mais à la souplesse d'un système qui laisse place à l'innovation et à la création.

L'histoire de cet art est inséparable des transformations du goût et du façonnement des mœurs de table. Depuis l'arrivée de la fourchette jusqu'au verre tardivement placé sur la table, sans oublier l'assiette, les manières de manger se sont progressivement policées.

Telle est l'ambition de ce livre que de montrer une histoire totale de la cuisine et de la table françaises, de la pratique au discours, du service des mets au restaurant, de l'émergence d'une cuisine bourgeoise qui démocratise la cuisine de cour, à l'affirmation des cuisines régionales qui répondent au centralisme parisien et à la progression du tourisme...

*Edition argentine : Historia de la cocina y la gastronomia francesa, Buenos Aires, Claridad, 2011, 272 pages. Il y a cependant des erreurs dans la traduction.

Food & History (vol. 9, n°1, 2011, p. 117-121) : [...] La particularité de cette histoire de la cuisine est de rythmer ce voyage dans le temps par des chapitres thématiques portant sur le discours normé, sur les pratiques, sur les aménagements induits, sur la civilité des convives. Par cette disposition, l'auteur rappelle que l'histoire de l'art culinaire ne peut pas se réduire à la lecture de quelques gastronomes même avertis, toujours marqués par l'opinion de leur époque, laquelle se vit souvent comme une période " révolutionnaire ". Dès l'avant propos, Patrick Rambourg nous fait surtout sentir que la cuisine est une affaire d'hommes, de savoir-faire et d'affectif. [...] il incite à retourner aux sources et à explorer de nouvelles questions avec un regard plus sensible aux aspects matériels de l'histoire des cuisiniers... Benoît Descamps.

Gastronomica: The Journal of Food and Culture (Summer 2012, vol. 12, n°2, p. 103-104) : Given the many studies of French cuisine and gastronomy (on which he draws judiciously), Patrick Rambourg's discussion necessarily covers much familiar territory. Its originality lies in the insistence that culinary production and consumption are two sides of the same coin. Rambourg's skillful interweaving of their twin histories recommends this work, and not only to those seeking an introductory text. Even readers tolerably familiar with this culinary territory will find much to stimulate reflection about the connections between cuisine and gastronomy and their consequences for the past, present, and future of the French culinary world. A professional chef before he turned equally professional historian, Rambourg situates French cuisine in the culinary consciousness of its chefs. What is usually seen as a modern sens of a distinctive vocation emerges early, in medieval dietary treatises and compilations of recipes, in the proto-professionalization of the Viandiers, the cooks' guild, and in the progressive rationalization of kitchens as well as culinary preparation. In its turn this distinctive identity drew on a strong respect for rules, on a culinary language that articulates those rules, and a sustained attention to the refinement of both cooking and dining (manifest in increasingly specialized cutlery, fragile china, and ever more sumptuous table settings). The gargantuan medieval banquets that laid great quantities of food before great numbers of people eventually yielded to the individualized, simplified service of the modern restaurant. Culinary criticism articulated principles and practices. The rise of the critic in the nineteenth century paralleled and legitimated gastronomy as a modern social practice. Heightened and sharpened by all of these many phenomena, the culinary consciousness of cooks and consumers alike gives French cuisine its undeniable authority at home and abroad, and this despite the increasingly strong competition from other cuisines and other gastronomies. Calling on a wide range of current research in food studies (by foreign authors as well as French) and with telling examples, Rambourg's remarkably compact work, better than any other I know, shows how this acute consciousness of both French cooks and consumers acts as a culinary conscience. In following the elaboration of this identity over several centuries, Rambourg demonstrates how the distinctiveness of French cuisine appears in the continuous, and conscious, interaction of innovation and tradition. Priscilla Parkhurst Ferguson.

(vendredi 31 décembre 2010) : La passion des Français pour les fourneaux ne date certes pas d'hier. Dès la fin du Moyen Age, traités et recueils de recettes commencent à être diffusés. Des aliments aux accessoires, de Vatel aux mères lyonnaises, de la cour de Bourgogne aux palaces parisiens, Patrick Rambourg dresse un panorama très complet de la cuisine française. Un fastueux travail d'historien doublé d'un art de la narration plus que digeste : délicieux

:Le Devoir ( samedi 15 janvier 2011 ) L'histoire de l'alimentation doit beaucoup à Jean-Louis Flandrin, qui en a profondément renouvelé les méthodes d'analyse à partir de sources inexploitées avant lui. Patrick Rambourg [...] s'inscrit dans le sillon tracé par son prédécesseur. Pédagogique et accessible, son propos érudit assaisonné d'anecdotes montre " comment la cuisine française a acquis une renommée internationale, tout en devenant une spécificité culturelle reconnue par tous ". [...] Un ouvrage fascinant qui se laisse dévorer ... Sébastien Vincent.

Fromage gourmand (Février/mars 2011) : Patrick Rambourg [...] réussit le tour de force de proposer un ouvrage à la fois érudit et grand public. A travers cette histoire des cuisiniers, des ustensiles, des livres de recettes, des usages à table, des chroniqueurs gastronomiques, des serveurs, des convives... bref, des acteurs des arts de la table à la française, il compose une passionnante promenade dans l'histoire hexagonale depuis le Moyen-Âge. En écho à la mode des recettes de grands-mères et des terroirs, on lira avec un intérêt accru le chapitre sur les cuisines régionales. Mayalen Zubillaga.

Rencontres et dédicaces :

* Progamme du Banquet de Lagrasse en automne, oct-nov. 2010. La Maison du Banquet et des générations , Lagrasse , 30 octobre-1er novembre 2010.

*Salon international du livre gourmand, Périgueux, 12-14 novembre 2010, dédicace et rencontre avec le public.

* Paris, samedi 20 novembre 2010, dédicace et rencontre avec le public.

*Festin d'auteurs, Beynat, dimanche 10 avril 2011, dédicace et rencontre avec le public. Présentation du salon Festin d'auteurs, Beynat, avril 2011.

*Salon Savoirs et Saveurs, Roanne, 22-23 octobre 2011, dédicace et rencontre avec le public. Programme Savoirs et Saveurs, Roanne, oct 2011.

* Etonnants voyageurs . Festival international du livre et du film, Saint-Malo, 11-13 juin 2011, dédicace et rencontre avec le public. Programme Etonnants voyageurs, Saint-Malo, juin 2011.

*Salon Vivre Livre, Saint-Ambroix, 10-11 novembre 2012, dédicace et rencontre avec le public.

*Journée du livre, Asnières sur Seine, dimanche 31 mai 2015, dédicace et rencontre avec le public.

* Salon du livre de Boulogne-Billancourt , 8-10 décembre 2023. Dédicace et rencontre avec le public.

* Foire du livre , Naves, 10 mars 2024. Conférence (le 9 mars). Dédicace et rencontre avec le public.

, La Fabrique de l'histoire, émission d'Emmanuel Laurentin, 27 décembre 2012.

SWR2 (radio allemande), Gourmets im Schatten der Guillotine. Die Anfänge des bürgerlichen Restaurants, documentaire de Stefan Fuchs, vendredi 4 mars 2011.

Sverigesradio (radio suédoise), , le 6 janvier 2011.

, La Fabrique de l'histoire, émission d'Emmanuel Laurentin, 24 novembre 2010.

RFI, Culture vive, émission de Pascal Paradou, le 17 novembre 2010.

Par patrickrambourg le 16 juillet, 2012 dans 1-Billet, 2-Mon actualité, 3-Mes livres (présentation), 8-Divers

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" Histoire de la cuisine et de la gastronomie françaises "

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Octobre 2010, éditions Perrin (coll. tempus n° 359), 381 pages. Mai 2013, version électronique (ePub). Comment la cuisine est-elle devenue gastronomie en France ? Des premiers recueils de recettes du Moyen Âge à la " nouvelle cuisine " des dernières décennies du XXe siècle, ce livre montre comment la cuisine française a acquis une renommée internationale, tout en devenant une spécificité culturelle reconnue par tous.

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UK economic growth slows amid uncertainty over upcoming budget

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The pace of economic growth in the UK slowed in September, as concerns about the government’s upcoming budget weighed on business activity, according to a preliminary estimate from the widely tracked PMI (Purchasing Managers’ Index).

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Ikea Qatar recalls six chocolate products over nut allergy concerns

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The recall in Qatar follows the same move elsewhere, including Canada and the UK, after complaints that the store did not properly warn customers the products contained nuts.

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Opinion: Budget was a missed opportunity to simplify Irish corporate tax code and ease burden on business

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Ireland needs a business environment that is attractive and competitive, and having a simpler tax system that is easy to navigate is a critical component

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UK’s net zero economy grew 9% in 2023, report finds | Green economy | The Guardian

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Green businesses and jobs are booming – in stark contrast to the national economy – but political U-turns risk future growth

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The Britain Brunei Business Forum (BBBF) hosted an afternoon tea event for its members to meet Waitrose and Partners Commercial Lead for Export/International B2B Sales Tom Richards and Senior Business Manager International Firoza Kholwadia on Wednesday at Laksamana College of Business (LCB).

Local business leaders engaged with representatives from the British brand, known for its 120-year history and regional growth.

BBBF Chair Pengiran Aki Ismasufian bin Pengiran Haji Ibrahim, in a statement delivered by Executive Committee Member of BBBF, Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Principal at LCB Dr Sivarajah Subramaniam said, "The event marks an important step in fostering business ties among our members and for Waitrose & Partners to understand the dynamics of our local retail market."

The event concluded with a networking session and an afternoon tea featuring Waitrose products available in the Sultanate prepared by LCB's chefs and students of The Culinary School. - Lyna Mohamad

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Afternoon tea event connects businesses " Borneo Bulletin Online

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France’s new PM Barnier confirms tax hikes for larger companies

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Michel Barnier, France’s new prime minister, has confirmed that taxes for bigger companies and richer citizens will be raised, in an attempt to plug the growing hole in the country’s public finances.

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Does Chinese investment benefit or damage Ireland?

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Ireland is home to 40 Chinese firms, which some critics say harms the country’s reputation.

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Italy-Taiwan relations have great potential - Taipei Times

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Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan

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Makino, one of the world's leading companies in advanced manufacturing technology, has broken ground on a new tech innovation center in Querétaro.

"The talent and capacity of the people of Querétaro continue to attract key investments for technological development!" Governor Mauricio Kuri wrote on Sept. 30 on his official X account after leading an inauguration ceremony earlier that day.

With an investment of 400 million pesos (US $21 million), the new plant will supply production machinery to the automotive, medical, and aerospace industries, the tractor-trailer manufacturing sector, and the household goods and electronics manufacturers. The plant is expected to start operations next year, creating over 200 jobs in the state.

Once the plant begins operations, the company expects engineering projects to be conducted for five machining centers within the first year, each with a capacity of 20 to 25 machines integrated with advanced engineering systems and robots.

The facility will have LEED Gold certification (signaling a project's comprehensive adoption of best sustainability practices). It will harness sunlight, rain and wind and will have thermally insulated walls.

Head of Makino México, Eduardo Medrano, told El Economista magazine that they believe this project will spearhead engineering services in Mexico and will establish the center as a benchmark in the production of complete manufacturing solutions.

"We manufacture machinery in Japan, Singapore, and China. Makino wants Mexico to create engineering projects to use this machinery technology, generate it with inventiveness, and use Mexican creativity to assemble it with automation," Medrano said, stressing that it will be an "iconic" project for the state and for the North American region in general.

Makino, Inc. CEO Peter Hoecklin explained that the company's decision to expand in Mexico results from an exhaustive analysis of global opportunities. Mexico offers competitive costs, a young population, an open economy, and a privileged location, Medrano said..

Meanwhile, Makino's global president, Shotaro Miyazaki, stressed that Mexico is key to the company's strategy in emerging markets, with Querétaro standing out for its infrastructure, education, and highly qualified workforce.

Makino's investment joins the one recently announced by tech giant Microsoft in the state. In May, the company inaugurated Microsoft's first Hyperscale Cloud Data Center Region of its kind in Spanish-speaking Latin America.

Querétaro will also be the site of an investment of over $5 billion by Amazon Web Services in a cluster of data centers, which was announced in February.

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Makino invests US $21M in Querétaro tech innovation center

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One of the world's leading companies in advanced manufacturing technology has broken ground on a new tech innovation center in Querétaro.

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法國預計2025年禁止快時尚品牌打廣告，同時還要徵稅，稅收將補助友善環境的永續產業。法案一旦表決通過，法國將是全球第1個立法遏止快時尚的國家。

瀏覽快時尚品牌網頁，不管是衣服還是鞋子，低價再加上促銷都便宜得讓人心動，但以後法國網購消費者恐怕在結帳時得額外支付一筆購買稅。

法國下議院國民議會以146比0，全數通過1項新法案，從2025年開始，將對快時尚的每件商品多徵收5歐元，約173元台幣的附加費用，到2030年則要多收10歐元，約台幣347元。

國民議會同時禁止快時尚品牌打廣告，紡織屬於高污染產業，而這些多徵收的費用，要用來補貼永續發展業者。

法國環境部長貝修直言，「透過投票支持這項法案，我們的國家有可能成為世界上第1個制定法律遏止快時尚影響的國家。直到今日很多人仍然會問自己，什麼是限制快時尚的最好方法？當然這是個複雜的問題，不僅關係到法國、歐洲到全世界，法國正在盡自己的力量並且發出訊號，被批評太天真跟犧牲紡織業的時代已經過去。」

標榜廉價的跨國快時尚明顯衝擊法國本土品牌，部分企業甚至已經宣告破產。

快時尚對環境造成的負擔已經形成關鍵的影響，中國快時尚品牌SHEIN則反駁，傳統紡織產業的浪費比例可能還高達40%。

然而根據統計，快時尚產生的碳排量占比為8%，全球2成的工業廢水來自於來自於快時尚紡織品加工和染色。根據路透社報導，未來10年快時尚製造的碳排恐怕超過目前的2倍。

而法國各界對於新法案的看法不一，有民眾表示他們比較在乎價格，對於環境的看法倒是其次，但也有人對於這項新法案表示歡迎。

數位行銷人員福柯說：「我認為法案是1件好事也是壞事，因為當你年輕的時候，你一定想穿得漂亮，但不一定有能力，某種程度上對年輕人來說很可惜，但同時也是好事。因為坦白說，快時尚超級瘋狂，而且有剝削行為，沒什麼好處，所以我的心情很複雜。」

學生亞果認為，「新法案可以讓社會往前邁進，但我認為這還不夠，這是拿掉像是廣告的一步，我覺得很好，但我認為還有1項需要改變，就是法國產業。」

根據法案，法國將以服裝的生產量和新系列服飾轉換的速度等標準，來判斷什麼算是快時尚，而這項法案仍然須要經過參議院表決。

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法國預計2025年禁止快時尚品牌打廣告，同時還要徵稅，稅收將補助友善環境的永續產業。法案一旦表決通過，法國將是全球第1個立法遏止快時尚的國家。

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Warunya Seesuwan_M113218205 Chocolate in Qatar: price trends and leaders in online retail in Q4 2023

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Warunya Seesuwan_M113218205 Chocolate in Qatar: price trends and leaders in online retail in Q4 2023

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Chocolate pricing trends in Qatar – quarterly tracker

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According to an analysis of the prices of more than 508 SKUs supplied through e-commerce, chocolate inflation in Qatar stood at 2.650 in April 2023.

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The Taiwanese food fair, following last year's success, has returned to 1 Utama Shopping Mall with the theme of 'I Love Taiwanese Flavors.' With over 30 brands and 300 popular Taiwanese food products, ranging from exclusive products to unique delicacies not usually found in Malaysian supermarkets, this event has it all!

The opening ceremony on June 8 was well supported by Taiwanese businesses and Taiwanese-Malaysians, with distinguished guests such the Persatuan Perniagaan Malaysia-Taiwan, Federation of Malaysian Alumni Associations of Taiwan, Kuala Lumpur Branch of SEHWA Women's Association, Formosa Women Organisation of Malaysia, and AEON Group, Malaysia's largest retailer.

In addition to discounted products, the event features free food tastings, a fun cake house where you can grab goodies, photo booths, and a children's creative costume contest. It's a lively and fun-filled event where you can enjoy delicious food and have great prizes. Let's fall in love with Taiwanese food and cuisine together!

Don't miss the 'Yummy Taiwan' pop-up event:
Duration: 7 th to 11th June, 2023
Time: 10 am - 10 pm
Location: 1 Utama Shopping Mall, GF Center Court, Old Wing

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Yummy Taiwan! The popular Taiwanese food tasting and promotional event is back for the Malaysian crowd!

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MEXICO CITY, June 3 (Reuters) - Mexican president-elect Claudia Sheinbaum will face the unenviable task of making good on campaign promises to boost social programs even after an election-year spending binge by her predecessor lifted the budget deficit to its highest since the 1980s.

After winning investors' confidence with tight spending policies for most of his term, leftist President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador loosened the purse strings in his final year in office to finish flagship infrastructure projects and cover a surge in welfare programs for Mexico's poor. That boosted the deficit to 5.9% of gross domestic product in 2024, from 4.3% in prior years.

Those moves will force Sheinbaum's incoming administration to either hold the line on spending, or risk a hit to Mexico's creditworthiness.

Lopez Obrador's finance minister, Rogelio Ramirez de la O, is set to join Sheinbaum's cabinet for some time. "It gives a lot of peace of mind in terms of the economy, and that will smooth the transition," the outgoing president said.

The solution for Latin America's second-largest economy, according to economists, analysts, and former top government officials, is some form of tax overhaul which would boost government revenues - despite Mexico's next leader saying she has no plans to raise taxes.

Sheinbaum handily won Sunday's election on a platform to expand her predecessor's popular social programs, including increasing pensions for senior citizens and student scholarships.

MARKET JITTERS

In her victory speech, Sheinbaum promised to continue with Lopez Obrador's policy of "republican austerity", maintain financial and fiscal discipline, and respect the autonomy of the Bank of Mexico.

Despite those pledges, the election sent shockwaves through the market as the ruling Morena party and its coalition partners look primed for a congressional super-majority, which would make constitutional change easier and diminish checks and balances.

The final seat counts are still being tallied, but Mexico's peso fell as much as 4% against the dollar before recovering some losses and trading down 3% while Mexico's main stock index fell 3% on Monday.

In February, Lopez Obrador proposed sweeping constitutional reforms, including measures to overhaul the judiciary, electoral law, pensions, and environmental regulations.

"Some bills are perceived as leading to institutional erosion and weakening the current checks and balances, and several are not viewed as market friendly. With full control of the House, and for practical purposes likely the Senate as well, the probability that a significant part of this broad agenda is approved increased significantly," said Alberto Ramos, chief Latin America economist at Goldman Sachs.

NO FISCAL REFORM IN SIGHT

Sheinbaum, who will take office as Mexico's first woman president in October, has said she will look to cut red tape and improve the efficiency of tax collection at customs, among other proposals, but is not planning fiscal reform.

"I'm not thinking about a deep tax reform, I think there are still many opportunities for (tax) collection," Sheinbaum said days prior to the election at a televised forum.

Just the cost of pensions, servicing public debt and federal government transfers to support Mexican states accounted for more than half of the country's 9.07 trillion pesos ($535 billion) budget this year, while indebted state oil firm Pemex is no longer the cash cow it was for previous Mexican governments.

"The challenge is big," said former finance minister Ernesto Cordero. "If they want to finance their proposals and their way of seeing the country, they need to think about how they are going to do it."

Still, the possibility of a super majority could make the politically unpalatable changes needed to boost tax take easier to push through.

PRESSURED FROM ALL SIDES

With Mexico's public finances pressured from all sides and the current avenues for boosting much-needed tax take drying up, experts suggest changing the inefficient way properties and cars are taxed, tweaks to taxes on corporate profits, "green taxes," and royalties on Pemex.

"The idea of tax reform is a debate we should have," said political analyst Fernando Dworak. "Everyone is talking about what they are going to do, but nobody mentions how they are going to pay for it."

Neither does it look like economic growth will help plug any gap, with the Bank of Mexico projecting a lackluster 1.5% rise in GDP for next year.

The last fiscal reform dates back a decade, when former President Enrique Pena Nieto hiked taxes for the highest earners and new levies were imposed on soft drinks, junk food, and financial market profits.

During his administration Lopez Obrador managed to increase tax revenue by clamping down on evasion and forcing big corporations to settle tax disputes worth billions of dollars. That brought a 48% rise in tax revenue in nominal terms from 2018 through 2023, but experts warn it is not a repeatable policy.

"Six years ago there was room for savings on the spending side and improvements in the state's ability to collect taxes," said former Bank of Mexico deputy governor Gerardo Esquivel last month at a roundtable hosted by the National Autonomous University of Mexico.

Now, Esquivel added, the new president will have to find different solutions to a worsening budget conundrum.

Mexico's tax take still lags far behind its peers, amounting to only 16.9% of GDP in 2022, far below the 34% average for member nations of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, of which Mexico is a member. Even more striking, Mexico was below the average of 21.5% among Latin America countries.

Political scientist Dworak cautioned that without the means to pay for an expansion of social program, the president-elect's promises are wishful thinking, something akin to "letters to Santa Claus."

($1 = 16.9636 Mexican pesos)

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Cattaleeya Intiraworanonta M11321803 Topic : Increased consumer demand for healthy and sustainable products leads to 12th year of positive growth in the organic market

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Cattaleeya Intiraworanonta M11321803 Topic : Increased consumer demand for healthy and sustainable products leads to 12th year of positive growth in the organic market

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The organic food and drink market has delivered its 12th year of positive growth, despite the global political and economic turmoil and a cost-of-living crisis.

This news comes via Soil Association Certification's 25 th edition of its annual Organic Market Report 2024 - sponsored by RBOrganic Ltd - released today, which reveals that the total organic market grew 2% in 2023, ending the year at £3.2 billion - almost double its value in 2011.

However, despite this positive performance, many farmers are currently missing out on the potential benefits organic can bring their business - and in turn, the UK environment is missing out on the benefits that organic can bring for nature - due to the sector's heavy reliance on imports.

Despite twelve successful years of growth, and a shopper spend on organic being a third higher than five years ago, UK organic farmland has stayed at a static 3%.

Soil Association Certification Commercial Director Alex Cullen said: "Organic has delivered a positive and resilient performance despite challenging financial and political conditions and without the support that organic food and farming receives in Europe and elsewhere in the world.

"The market and macro trends are pointing to an upward trajectory but there are still many challenges and barriers to the level of growth that UK organic should be delivering for farmers - with price the biggest barrier.

"We need a radical rethink if organic is going to reach its full potential and bring organic farming into the mainstream. The entire supply chain must work together to grow the market and unlock demand for homegrown UK organic fresh produce, supported by the government.

"And we can learn valuable lessons from Europe where there is greater support and commitment from governments and retailers for farmers and from some exciting innovations taking place right here across the UK - to make organic more available and affordable."
Organic Sales
Independent retailers returned to standout growth in 2023, with sales rising 10% to £475 million. We can look positively into the future too, as more than two-thirds of independent retailers say they expect sales to grow in 2024.

After a difficult 2022, organic supermarket sales saw a growth of 2.7% with the top two categories (dairy and produce) contributing to half of organic sales. Inflation is largely behind this uplift, as units are down -6.7% in 2023. Home delivery has faced a tougher year after previous growth during the pandemic, shrinking -6% to £525 million, however online sales are continuing to be strong performers - 22% of all supermarket organic sales are made through online channels. Soil Association certified products on Amazon saw an encouraging boost in sales, with a 10% increase.

Outside of food and drink, in textiles, the numbers remain strong with sales growing by 8% to £100 million, driven by innovation across the sector. Personal care and adult clothing sales rose fastest - up 13% and 9% respectively. The global demand for organic cotton continues to outstrip supply, with the consumer demand for sustainable textiles continuously rising and more brands committing to sourcing organic cotton as part of their sustainability strategies.

Beauty and wellbeing saw an 8% decline as the cost-of-living crisis and rising inflation affected sales. However, Mother and Baby Care grew significantly by 65%, and health & personal care products including oral care, deodorants and supplements grew by 6%, highlighting a wider trend for consumers prioritising their health.
Exaggerated Organic Premium
The report suggests that sales of organic fresh produce in the UK have slipped in supermarkets due to price-matching on conventional lines, making organic produce look more expensive to customers. The high environmental and animal welfare standards required by organic assurance should attract a modest premium, but the report finds that the supermarket prices for organic, when compared to the farmgate premium, are "significantly out of kilter and warrants closer scrutiny".

The report says that supermarket pricing in other major markets, including many EU countries have reduced the relative premium on organic produce, unlocking growth on these lines. Similar action in the UK would make organic more affordable for shoppers - a real opportunity for UK retailers.

Cullen said: "Food is not a particularly profitable sector, the recent Competition and Markets Authority investigations have been clear. Of course, every player in the supply chain needs to make a profit but when price is the biggest barrier to scaling the most sustainable and trustworthy farming system we have, there need to be more questions about what it would take to achieve economies of scale. We are undertaking thorough research to understand fully what is happening and how this is impacting organic sales."
The year ahead
Launched to the industry last November, the Soil Association Group's 'Organic For All' is an ambitious plan to address change in the organic sector, acknowledging the complexity of the industry and providing key turning points to support the sector in a coordinated way.

Cullen said: "We have spent the last few months getting our heads together to understand the barriers and what is required to make organic accessible, affordable and available to all. The next stage is to engage with government and supply chains to build a shared plan. We are getting some of the major retailers and organic brands around the table, they are a vital part of the solution.

"We have also explored shining examples of innovation and growth across Europe where retailers and governments are getting behind organic. Countries like Austria and Germany have gone beyond the EU's own targets for organic farmland to grow to 25%, instead pushing for 30%, and in Italy discounters Eurospin and Lidl have been instrumental in driving 12% growth in organic sales.

"PENNY, a leading German discount supermarket, launched its 'true cost' trial to highlight the impact of food products on climate and health. The prices of nine products from their organic and conventional ranges were increased to reflect this additional cost. This doubled the price of lines with a big environmental and health footprint and saw more moderate price increases on organic and other sustainable choices. The retailer also claims in its advertising that it's cheaper to do an organic shop with them than a branded one.

"These examples, together with a patchwork of innovation at a local level here in the UK, are demonstrating how growth is possible when supported and scaled. Such as Unicorn Grocery in Manchester who are going head-to-head with the supermarkets and beating them on organic produce prices, and Food Sense Wales who are creating local supply chains delivering local grown organic vegetables to schools in Cardiff.

"We are committed to collaborating with the supermarkets to share and develop this kind of innovation as we come out of the cost of living crisis. A rebalancing of the price and availability of organic foods will drive further strong demand and unlock the benefits for people, nature and the planet."

To download a copy of the report, visit the Soil Association website.

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The organic food and drink market has delivered its 12th year of positive growth, despite the global political and economic turmoil and a cost-of-living crisis. This news comes via Soil Association Certification's 25th edition of its annual Organic Market Report 2024 - sponsored by RBOrganic Ltd - released today, which reveals that the total organic [...]

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French beer consumption is on the rise – but slowly

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France | The French prefer blondes. But they also appreciate dark, amber, and white beers. Benefiting from nearly-flat sales of wine since 2019 – due to inflation, the pandemic and climatic hazards that have sometimes disrupted production – packs of beer have settled comfortably in French fridges.