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Malaysia sets its sights to become a leading global healthcare destination by 2025 by creating opportunities for private investments towards the manufacture of medical devices and health services, and by increasing public spending for the sector.

Brazil is gradually building its reputation in sustainability financing following its USD 2-billion issuance of sovereign green bonds in 2023.

Donald Trump’s return to the White House has raised concerns over renewed US protectionism and sustained high interest rates, boosting demand for the dollar and to the detriment of emerging market currencies, including the Brazilian real.

Indian government bonds have been included in two major bond indices globally. Will this attract more investments into the economy?

Japan’s central bank exited its negative interest rate regime in March 2024 amid prolonged economic stagnation which led to its dethronement as the world’s third biggest economy.

Trade tensions between China and the US appear headed for the worse with the imposition of a 100 per cent tariff on China-made electric vehicles and a vow from President-elect Donald Trump to impose more when he returns to power.

Returning US President Donald Trump has vowed to reduce income tax rates further for both individuals and corporates and plans to plug the revenue hole by collecting enlarged import tariffs.

Malaysia wants to be a regional leader in manufacturing with high growth and high value. A new industrial master plan seeks to boost integration into domestic and global value chains and attract more foreign investments.

Japan’s negative interest rate regime has come to an end as the BOJ becomes ready to explore conventional monetary policies to combat inflation and a weak yen.

Brazil faces potential economic shifts depending on the outcome of the US election in November 2024. From trade policies to currency stability, the result of the presidential race will affect Brazil’s economy.