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Ni±o Threatens to Escalate Food Inflation in ASEAN Economies

Singapore: El Nino is poised to exert a significant inflationary effect on ASEAN economies, primarily through increased prices of essential commodities such as rice, wheat, maize, and vegetable oils, according to OCBC Group Research’s recent findings….

Thailand Reduces Visa-Free Stay for Malaysians to 30 Days

Bangkok: Thailand will reduce the visa-free stay for Malaysian passport holders from 60 days to 30 days effective September 15 under revised entry rules that also affect dozens of countries and territories. Despite the shorter period, Malaysian Ambass…