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3/04/2009

The Nation says that the G20 leaders backed ‘extensive reforms’. It highlighted the reform of the IMF and World Bank to ensure they serve ‘as sure foundations for sustainable globalization and rising prosperity for all’.

In an opinion column, the The Nation says emerging nations will emerge stronger after G-20. ‘Suffice to say, whatever transpires from the G-20 meeting this time will benefit developing countries as never before.’

The Bangkok Post said that the ‘massive’ extra announced by the G20 would usher in a 'new world order'.

16/03/2009

Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiv gave a very useful input, as chair of Asean, to the preparation of the London Summit of G20 countries on April 2, according to The Nation. It quoted a 'diplomat' saying: 'He and British Prime Minister Gordon Brown agreed on the importance of working together on a macro-economic stimulus plan, reforming the international financial institutions and of taking a firm stand against protectionism. They agreed to keep in touch in the run-up to the summit, which Khun Abhisit will be attending as chair of Asean.'

24/2/2009

5 ASEAN stock exchanges to begin linking trading platforms, in a step towards a more integrated regional capital market with harmonised rules, regulations and practices.

22/02/2009

ASEAN+3 Finance Ministers expanded the Chiang Mai Initiative into a multilateralised $120 billion fund to support the region’s currencies and balance of payments from financial shocks.

20/02/2009

While urging countries not to adopt protectionist measures, ASEAN must set an example by forging ahead with regional integration.

10/02/2009

Bank of Thailand Governor reflects on the challenges of globalisation, the limits of monetary policy, and lessons from the current crisis at Bank Negara Malaysia High Level Conference 2009.

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