Economy
Indonesian palm oil farmers see a bleak future
Russia was a large source of fertilize; now prices are skyrocketing
Second hike in two months raises benchmark to 2.5%; Indonesia stands pat
Move comes amid international criticism of sector's greenhouse gas emissions
Thailand to relax mask and alcohol rules; Indonesia drops mandatory insurance
Wheat supply disruption threatens affordability of a national dish
Rejig follows series of policy flip-flops on palm oil exports.
China does 3 times more ASEAN trade, but Japan leads in accumulated investment
At Nikkei forum, Hun Sen defends succession plan and denies China 'debt trap'
President urges 'immediate' implementation of China-backed trade bloc
Decision comes despite bulk cooking oil prices still not down to target level
Three-week restriction ended after farmers' outcries, rupiah fall
Tailored pact seeks to counter China's clout while protecting U.S. workers
Cooperation requires mutual trust and respect
Russia's war in Ukraine clouds 2022 outlook despite initial export gains
Fundamental market reforms needed to prevent the same thing happening again
Total embargo may cost $3bn in foreign reserves monthly, warns economist
Move reverses previous announcement that only cooking oil material would be banned
Embargo only for palm olein as 'raw materials for cooking oil,' ministry says
Russia's invasion creates headwinds for Asian M&A
Critics say politicians are promising happier paydays as an election ploy
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