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The Philippines: DoF backs move to import more pork until end-2022
- December 14, 2021
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No CommentsFINANCE SECRETARY Carlos G. Dominguez III said he is backing a proposal to extend the validity of an executive order that will increase pork import volumes until end-2022. The government, through Executive Order (EO) 133
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Thailand: Booster jabs fast-tracked for Omicron
- December 14, 2021
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The government will expedite Covid-19 booster shots to strengthen people’s immunity in preparation for any local transmission of the Omicron coronavirus variant. Deputy Prime Minister and Public Health Ministry Anutin Charnvirakul said 13 Dec 21
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Indonesia Sees Drastic Cut to Budget Deficit on Tax Windfall
- December 13, 2021
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Indonesia’s finance chief further cut estimates for the budget deficit 2021 and next, as a fresh round of tax hikes is set to bolster the government’s earnings. The shortfall should come in at 4.1% of
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Malaysia: UMNO, BN leaders urge unity ahead of GE15
- December 13, 2021
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UMNO Vice-President Ismail Sabri reiterated a call for the party to continue supporting him as the Prime Minister, such that the cabinet would be able to focus on resolving health and economic issues instead of
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Indonesia to raise tobacco excise by 12% on average in 2022
- December 13, 2021
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- Category: Daily News
Indonesia will raise excise tax rate for tobacco products by an average 12% next year, with a higher increase for machine-rolled cigarettes than hand rolled cigarettes, which will see a maximum 4.5% hike, its finance