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    Bitcoin mining continues to surge in Thailand after China's crackdown. Local investors bought the equipment and used it locally.

    Bitcoin Mining Surges in Thailand After Chinese Crackdown

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    Following China's crackdown is the surge of bitcoin mining in Thailand. Thai investors obtained and operated mining rigs and currently earn between $30 to...
    Vietnam cited its textile and garment sector as one of the keys to its economic recovery.

    Vietnam Welcomes New Year with Economic Recovery

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    Generally speaking, the worst hit by the pandemic is the economy. However, this year Vietnam is optimistic that they will recover despite the Omicron...
    The Vietnamese government is hoping for a better outlook in 2022 for its food and beverage industry as the pandemic crippled its economy.

    Food and Beverage Industry: Vietnam Sees Better Outlook in 2022

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    Vietnam expects a better outlook for its food and beverage industry in 2022, stimulated by new swings in consumption. According to the Deloitte survey, consumer...
    The Komodo National Park is on the verge of destruction as new construction facilities arise that could destroy the reptiles' natural habitat.

    Komodo National Park: On the Verge of Destruction?

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    Indonesia is famous for the Komodo National Park, where lots of Komodo dragons inhabit the country's Lesser Sunda Islands. Komodo dragons are now an endangered...

    All that glitters: can Laos truly afford latest railway project?

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    Laos is on track to open a $5.9 billion railway between the Laotian capital of Vientiane and one of China’s commercial centres, Kunming. It...
    Indonesians fear another eruption from Mt. Semeru volcano. The country recently experienced a 7.4 magnitude earthquake.

    Mt. Semeru Volcano Spews Hot Clouds, Indication of Another Explosion?

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    Almost two weeks after its eruption, Mt. Semeru volcano showed signs of activity. It spewed hot clouds on Dec. 16 that raced 4.5 km...
    Two Omicron variant cases have been detected in the Philippines. One from a returning overseas Filipino while the other is a Nigerian national.

    Philippines Reports First Omicron Variant Cases

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    The Department of Health (DOH) verified that the country has two Omicron variant cases. The Philippine Genome Center detected the virus from the sequenced...
    The World Bank grants the Philippines another loan worth $600M to help boost the economy and support other important reforms.

    World Bank Loan: Philippines Secures $600M for Economic Recovery

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    The pandemic had caused extreme devastation and continues to destroy the worldwide economy. Even wealthy countries feel the effects, what more of the developing...

    Philippines eyes economic recovery as 2022 outlook upgraded

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    S&P has upgraded its projection for the Philippines – despite the threat posed by the new Omicron coronavirus variant – after the country posted...
    The demand for "eco-friendly" electric cars that use lithium batteries threatens Palawan's ecosystem - the Philippines' last frontier.

    Electric Cars Could Threaten the Philippines’ ‘Last Frontier’

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    The Philippine archipelago consists of 7,640 islands dotted with beautiful, pristine rainforests and farmlands. However, with the rise of "eco-friendly" electric cars that use...
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    Animal abuse has been evident in some circus and amusement facilities in Vietnam. based on Animals Asia's report.

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    Animals Asia exposes animal abuse in Vietnam's circuses and entertainment parks. The government's drive to protect the animals isn't enough to cushion them from...
    Malaysia also experiences a slump in the economy because of the pandemic. To revive its dwindling economy it must focus in its export by adding values to it.

    Malaysia Should Add More Value on Exports

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    Because of the pandemic, Malaysia wasn't able to entice foreign direct investment, unlike before. According to former PM Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, they missed the...
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