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09-Sep-19 The rollout of 5G and expansion of the industrial Internet are creating opportunities for cybersecurity companies in China. With 854 mn Internet users, China has stepped up efforts to nurture cybersecurity firms that can support hi-tech upgrades across industries. [image: Shao-Chun Wang/123RF]
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19-Aug-19 Singapore’s Blue Planet has acquired Globecycle Holding, a Malaysian company that specializes in handling industrial waste, for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition adds to Blue Planet’s portfolio a sustainable solution to manage both hazardous and non-hazardous waste. [image: Reuters / Edgar Su]
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16-Aug-19 COSCO Shipping is expanding its logistics operations in Malaysia with the proposed acquisition of Gem Logistics, Dolphin Shipping and East West Freight Services. The company also plans to lease land at Port Klang to construct a 300,000 sqf warehouse. [image: Supply Chain Asia]
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02-Aug-19 A Sino-US trade war could tilt the world towards a global recession. Manufacturing activity contracted in China in June and July 2019. In Southeast Asia, Indonesia registered a contraction, but others benefited as trade flows move away from China. [image: Business World]
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28-Jul-19 India’s automobile leader, Mahindra & Mahindra with local partner Ideal Group, will launch the first automobile manufacturing and assembly plant with in Welipenna next month, with an eye on the export market. The JV will commence with the KUV100 cars. [image: Mahindra / Sunday Observer]
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