Tag: MSMEs
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Indonesia Aims to Put Village Co-ops on Track: Fully Operational by Mid-2026
Indonesia Sets Ambitious Timeline for Village Co-ops Indonesia’s Ministry of Cooperatives has announced an ambitious timetable for the country’s newest village-based co-operatives. The government plans to have the newly created red and white village co-operatives fully operational by mid-2026 as part of a broader effort to stimulate rural economies and unlock enterprise potential in remote…
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MSMEs in the ASEAN Economic Community: Connecting the Blueprint to Real-World Action
Overview: MSMEs at the Core of ASEAN’s Economic Vision Micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of most ASEAN economies. As the ASEAN Community Vision 2045 and the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Strategic Plan 2026–2030 frame a resilient, innovative, and people-centred region, the practical question is how MSMEs translate high-level goals into concrete…
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MSMEs in the ASEAN Economic Community: From Blueprint to Real-World Action
Overview: MSMEs at the Heart of ASEAN Economic Integration Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) form the backbone of ASEAN’s economy, contributing significantly to employment, innovation, and inclusive growth. As the ASEAN Community moves toward the Vision 2045 and the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Strategic Plan 2026–2030, MSMEs are positioned to translate high-level aspirations into…
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MSMEs in the ASEAN Economic Community: From Blueprint to Action under Vision 2045
Introduction: AEC’s Promise for MSMEs The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) sits at the heart of the ASEAN Community Vision 2045, aiming to create a resilient, innovative, dynamic, and people-centered region. Small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of ASEAN economies, contributing a large share of jobs and GDP. The challenge lies in translating high-level…
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East Africa Urged to Embrace Open Borders for Small Traders
New Push for Open Borders in East Africa East African Community (EAC) member states are intensifying discussions on open borders to boost the capacity of small traders and spur regional growth. The proposal centers on simplifying customs, harmonizing regulations, and ensuring easier movement of people and goods across borders. Advocates argue that when micro, small,…
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East Africa Urges Open Borders for Small Traders to Boost Regional Growth
The Call for Open Borders East African nations are intensifying efforts to create a more seamless trade environment for small traders. The push centers on achieving absolute freedom of movement for goods and people across borders, a policy that many economists say could unlock significant growth for regional economies. The initiative aims to reduce barriers…
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Governor Waiguru spotlights deliberate policy shift turning Kirinyaga into a rural investment hub
Turning a Corner: Kirinyaga’s Inclusive Policy Shift Kirinyaga County is positioning itself as a premier destination for rural enterprise and innovation, a shift Governor Anne Waiguru says is deliberate, inclusive, and locally anchored. In her State of the County Address (SOCA), she outlined a roadmap designed to unlock the county’s potential by aligning development with…
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BarMM MSMEs Get Market Knowledge Boost Through EU-Unido Program
EU–UNIDO Drive to Open Halal Markets for BARMM MSMEs A European Union-funded business development initiative is accelerating market access for micro- and small to medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The goal is to unlock halal industry opportunities and widen access to both local and international markets, supporting the…
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MSMEs in Bangsamoro gain market access through EU-UNIDO program
Bangsamoro MSMEs eye bigger markets with EU-backed support The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) is advancing its micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) through a European Union-funded development project aimed at expanding halal industry opportunities and broader market access. The EU-supported program, implemented through UNIDO’s Inclusive Agribusiness Development for Human Security (BAEP), seeks…
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MSMEs in Bangsamoro Gain Market Knowledge Support to Boost Halal Trade
Overview: Market Knowledge Support for Bangsamoro MSMEs Micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) are stepping into a new phase of growth as an EU-funded development program intensifies market knowledge support and access to halal industry opportunities. The initiative, implemented through UNIDO (the United Nations Industrial Development…