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China’s logistics sector returned to expansion in May, with the logistics market index rising to 50.3 per cent. Growth in industrial logistics demand, improving new orders, stronger investment activity, and optimistic business expectations supported the sector’s recovery momentum during the month. Consumer-related logistics activity also remained stable.

Cambodia’s garment industry is well positioned to benefit from rising global demand for low-carbon manufacturing as fashion brands intensify supply chain decarbonisation efforts. Supported by a relatively clean electricity grid and expanding renewable energy capacity, the sector could improve competitiveness, attract fresh investment and strengthen export-led economic growth.

Vietnam’s economy maintained strong growth momentum in January-May 2026, supported by rising industrial production, strong trade activity, recovering domestic demand, and higher foreign investment inflows. Manufacturing, retail sales, and business activity expanded steadily, while exports and imports recorded robust growth despite inflationary and macroeconomic challenges.

Jordan’s apparel exports fell 21.7 per cent year on year to $695.3 million in January-April 2026, mainly due to a 25.3 per cent decline in shipments to the US, its largest market. Despite the slowdown, the US accounted for over 71 per cent of exports. Mexico emerged as the second-largest destination, with imports nearly doubling, indicating gradual diversification of Jordan’s ex...

Most US Fed districts saw higher inflation from late April to late May due to energy costs linked to the Iran war, the Beige Book said. Economic activity rose at a slight to moderate pace for 10 of the 12 districts. A stagflationary combination of ⁠weakening consumer demand and rising ⁠cost pressures was noted across sectors. Manufacturing activity rose at a modest to strong ...