Asia's growth is set to stay above global averages into 2013, according an IMF report.
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ADB: Asia set for continued growth
The Asian Development Bank says the continent is well placed to absorb the effects of any crisis in the eurozone and continue on its growth path.
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Fibre-optic cable funding shows changing face of African project financing
The new west African sub-marine fibre-optic cable uses multilateral development approach to funding.
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African countries warned over rising debt levels
The debt levels of many African countries are reaching dangerous levels, according to DaMina Advisors.
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S&P warns MENA countries over eurozone instability
Ratings agency says downward ratings possible for many MENA countries due to weak economic growth.
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Tanzania president tells African governments that regional integration is key
The president of Tanzania tells AfDB delegates that the continent must promote intra-African trade if it is to avoid further economic crises.
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Singapore looks to woo investors with new tax incentives
Singapore's finance minister has announced a number of new initiatives and tax incentives in a bid to attract investment to the city-state.
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Global governance lags behind globalisation: Unctad
A recently released report by the UN Conference on Trade and Development suggests that developing countries must approach governance and regulation with the same urgency as developed countries in order to ensure the sustainable growth of their economies.
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Resource-rich Zambia hopes diversity will bring prosperity
The Zambian economy has been growing apace in recent years, but with the country largely reliant on its mining industry and many of the proceeds from this sector not benefiting local people, the government is offering incentives for investment in other sectors.
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Will Africa be the focal point of biomass boom?
The rising price of oil coupled with newfound environmental concerns have left many countries looking to source alternative energy supplies and biofuel – long used in households across Africa – has emerged as one potential source of alternative energy. But as investors look to exploit biofuel's potential, questions are already being raised about the sustainability of the sector.
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