Business

Telecommunication giant Axiata Group Bhd is confident in achieving its dividend target of 20 sen per share by 2024. CEO Datuk Izzaddin Idris highlights the company's strategic shift towards becoming a high-profit organization, supported by robust financial foundations and focus on digital transformation.

The coronavirus pandemic has dramatically reshaped global economic landscapes, causing severe supply chain disruptions, panic buying, and unprecedented economic challenges that extend beyond initial vaccination efforts.(100 words that provide a concise overview and include searchable keywords)

During the enhanced community quarantine, the Department of Agriculture partnered with an e-commerce site to enable Filipinos in Metro Manila to order fresh fruits and vegetables online. The "Kadiwa ni Ani at Kita Express" platform provides affordable agricultural products directly to consumers' homes.

Taiwan's automotive sector demonstrated remarkable resilience in March 2020, registering 37,279 new car sales and achieving a 15.1% year-on-year increase. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, consumer confidence remained strong, driving quarterly sales past 100,000 vehicles.

Vietnamese products are experiencing a significant boost in the US market, with imports rising 36% to $67 billion in 2019. As America reduces dependence on Chinese supply chains, Vietnam emerges as a key alternative for electronics, clothing, and agricultural goods.

Dark Sky, known for its precise weather predictions and clean interface, has been acquired by Apple. The app will no longer be available for Android users, who are expressing disappointment about losing access to the beloved weather forecasting tool.

As COVID-19 spreads globally, Alibaba's AliExpress platform experiences massive demand for personal protective equipment, but encounters significant operational challenges. System failures and worker absences lead to order cancellations, disrupting critical medical supply chains for international buyers seeking essential pandemic protection gear.

Qatar Airways remains operational during COVID-19, helping stranded travelers return home while maintaining limited international routes. CEO Akbar al-Baker commits to flying where needed, targeting 2,000 additional flights to connect passengers across Asia, Australia, and Europe.

Google is providing $340 million in Ads credits to small and medium-sized businesses with active accounts. As part of a broader $800+ million commitment, CEO Sundar Pichai aims to help businesses struggling during the coronavirus pandemic by offering financial support and advertising grants.

Gardenia Bakeries (KL) has responded to a viral video showing a delivery man stealing bread slices, stating the video is from the Philippines, was investigated last September, and does not involve their Malaysian operations. The original Facebook post was shared over 45,000 times before being removed.