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Published Fri, Jan 5, 2024 · 03:52 PM
    • A Chinese tourist with Thai PM Srettha Thavisin as he welcomes the first batch of Chinese tourists under a visa-free entry scheme, which has been made permanent.
    • A Chinese tourist with Thai PM Srettha Thavisin as he welcomes the first batch of Chinese tourists under a visa-free entry scheme, which has been made permanent. PHOTO: REUTERS

    This week in Asean:

    • Vietnam: Trade surplus more than doubles 
    • Indonesia: Inflation eases beyond projections
    • Malaysia: Multi-generation businesses move abroad

    Dear BT reader, 

    Cheers to a year of new beginnings! Here’s to the health, wealth and happiness of you and yours. On our end, the regional team is energised and ready to deliver more high-quality journalism to your (digital) doorsteps. So let’s get back to our regular programming. 

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