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06-Nov-18 The future of the GCC’s food manufacturing sector lies in its readiness to embrace new technology and deliver competitive advantage. “Gulf F&B producers need to follow market trends, especially in packaging," said Amir Sotoudeh, managing director of Multivac Middle East. [image: Confectionery Production]
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05-Nov-18 An escalating trade war between the US and China is causing companies caught in the crossfire to accelerate plans to shift portions of their supply chains out of the mainland, with Southeast Asia slated to benefit from the disruption. [image: AFP]
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01-Nov-18 Emerging Asia’s imports grew by 10% year-on-year as of Aug-18, compared to 12% in July. China has increased imports Southeast Asia due to the shift of supply chains to lower-cost producers. [image: AFP]
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31-Oct-18 Exchange 106 is the latest addition to Kuala Lumpur’s ever-rising skyline. At 106 stories and 462 meters, it almost dwarfs the city's other prestigious landmarks. China State Construction Engineering Corporation is constructing buildings around the region at unprecedented speed. [image: Handout]
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25-Oct-18 Siam Cement Group has reduced its investment budget amid the trade war between China and the US, CEO Roongrote Rangsiyopash said. He also acknowledged the potential for increased exports of chemicals, building materials and packaging to both countries. [image: The Nation]
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