Tag: Exports


  • Namibia Sets Ambitious Growth Target for Fisheries in 2030 under NDP6

    Namibia Sets Ambitious Growth Target for Fisheries in 2030 under NDP6

    Today, Namibia unveiled a concrete growth goal for its fisheries sector as part of the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6). The government intends to lift the sector’s contribution to the national economy from about N$10.4 billion to N$10.7 billion by 2030, equating to a pivotal N$300 million increase in annual economic value. This target reflects…

  • Swiss Exports to the US Jump on a New Trade Deal Reached

    Swiss Exports to the US Jump on a New Trade Deal Reached

    Overview: A Turn in Swiss-US Trade Recent data shows Swiss exports to the United States edging higher as a fresh trade agreement comes into force, signaling a renewed warmth in bilateral commerce. The deal, designed to streamline customs, reduce tariffs, and simplify regulatory hurdles, has helped Swiss manufacturers and service providers reach American markets more…

  • Singapore Economists Lift Growth Forecasts for 2025 and 2026 in MAS Survey

    Singapore Economists Lift Growth Forecasts for 2025 and 2026 in MAS Survey

    Overview: Upbeat View on Singapore’s Economic Path Private sector economists have nudged up their growth projections for Singapore for the next two years, according to the latest survey from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). The consensus now points to a 4.1% expansion in 2025 and a 2.3% rise in 2026, an improvement from earlier…

  • IMF Sees Slower Philippines Growth in 2025, Revives 2026 Optimism

    IMF Sees Slower Philippines Growth in 2025, Revives 2026 Optimism

    IMF Forecasts a Moderating Path for Philippine Growth The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its outlook for the Philippines, projecting the economy to grow by 5.1% in 2025, before edging up to 5.6% in 2026. The downgrade from earlier projections reflects a combination of slower export momentum, tighter tariffs, and cautious investment sentiment as…

  • Economists Upgrade Singapore Growth Forecasts for 2025 and 2026: MAS Survey Insights

    Economists Upgrade Singapore Growth Forecasts for 2025 and 2026: MAS Survey Insights

    Singapore Economists Boost Growth Outlook for 2025 and 2026 Private sector economists in Singapore have nudged up their growth projections for the economy, projecting expansions of 4.1% in 2025 and 2.3% in 2026. The upgrade comes as the MAS survey signals optimistic momentum across key sectors, including exports, manufacturing, finance, construction, and wholesale trade. The…

  • IMF Forecasts Slower Philippines Growth in 2025, Mitigated by 2026 Rebound

    IMF Forecasts Slower Philippines Growth in 2025, Mitigated by 2026 Rebound

    Overview: A slower trajectory for the Philippine economy The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts a softer growth path for the Philippines, with gross domestic product (GDP) expanding by 5.1% in 2025 before picking up to 5.6% in 2026. The revised outlook reflects a mix of domestic headwinds and external pressures that are dampening export demand…

  • Economists Lift Singapore Growth Forecasts for 2025 and 2026: MAS Survey

    Economists Lift Singapore Growth Forecasts for 2025 and 2026: MAS Survey

    Singapore’s growth outlook improves as MAS survey raises forecasts Private sector economists in Singapore have nudged up their growth projections for the city-state, signaling a steadier expansion path for 2025 and 2026. In the latest MAS (Monetary Authority of Singapore) survey, economists forecast Singapore’s economy to expand by 4.1% in 2025 and 2.3% in 2026,…

  • Philippines Growth Forecast 2025: IMF Sees 5.1% Pace

    Philippines Growth Forecast 2025: IMF Sees 5.1% Pace

    IMF projects slower growth for the Philippines in 2025 The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its outlook for the Philippines, forecasting a growth rate of 5.1% for 2025. The revision reflects a blend of external headwinds and domestic policy dynamics that weigh on export performance and investment sentiment. After a year of mixed signals…

  • Uganda Charts a Course to Revive Its Fish Sector, Aiming for 183,000 T by 2028

    Uganda Charts a Course to Revive Its Fish Sector, Aiming for 183,000 T by 2028

    Uganda Sets Ambitious Target to Revive the Fish Sector Uganda is outlining a bold plan to revive its fish sector, with a goal of reaching 183,000 metric tonnes of fish by 2028. The strategy was unveiled during a high-level breakfast meeting organized by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (MTIC) in partnership with the…

  • Distance No Barrier: How South Africa Fits Singapore’s Food Security Blueprint

    Distance No Barrier: How South Africa Fits Singapore’s Food Security Blueprint

    Distance No Barrier: A Strategic Pairing In an era where geographic distance once signalled supply chain risk, Singapore and South Africa are reframing the conversation around food security. The relationship is a practical case study in how a tropical-turned-subtropical export hub can play a pivotal role in Singapore’s ambitious food security blueprint. From a farm…