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South Korea is globally recognized for its highly regarded education system, consistently ranking among the top in science, math, literacy, and reading. The market has established an extensive network of science museums, extracurricular programs, and initiatives that promote scientific exploration learning.
According to the World Bank, Cambodia is recognized as one of the fastest-growing markets globally and aims to become an upper-middle-income economy by 2030.
In recent years, Thailand has significantly strengthened its National Regulatory Authority (NRA) for vaccines to address growing domestic demands, particularly for vaccines administered to children. This effort has been crucial in managing public health challenges, such as health crises and epidemics, and ensuring a robust immunization system.
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) harmfully impact human health and the environment. These carbon-based compounds are commonly found in paints, adhesives, and cleaning products, where they easily evaporate into the air. Once released, they contribute to smog formation, poor air quality, and health risks such as respiratory issues and headaches.
According to the Ministry of Labor, approximately 700,000 migrant workers are employed in Thailand's construction industry. Many of these workers and their families live in temporary housing, often referred to as construction site camps, where access to essential public services like child protection, education, and healthcare is severely limited.
Malaysia's food and beverage (F&B) industry is a dynamic powerhouse, showcasing the market's rich culinary heritage and diverse flavors. Spanning a broad range of businesses, including hotels, restaurants, cafes, bars, food stalls, and catering services, the sector plays a vital role in shaping the market’s gastronomic identity.
The rising prevalence of eye diseases in Thailand is a growing concern, particularly among the market’s aging population. According to recent data, over 1.5 million people in Thailand are affected by cataracts, and nearly 500,000 suffer from glaucoma, with these numbers expected to rise as the population ages.
Thailand has set ambitious climate goals, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 40% by 2030, achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, and reach net-zero GHG emissions by 2065. These targets were updated and announced at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Glasgow.
Diabetes is a growing concern in Malaysia, with statistics from the National Health and Morbidity Survey revealing that more than 18% of the adult population, or 3.5 million people, have prediabetes.
Long wait times and overcrowded hospitals have been persistent issues in the Thai healthcare system, impacting both patients and their caregivers and leading to additional hidden costs that add to the financial burden.
Imagine living in an environment where every third apple picked never makes it to the table, mountains of bread loaves are discarded daily, and perfectly edible meals are thrown into the trash. Every year, about one-third of all food produced globally is wasted, totaling approximately 1.3 billion tons.
Palm oil is the most widely consumed vegetable oil. Ice cream, toothpaste, shampoo, detergent, and biodiesel are just some of the consumer products that make use of the oil. More than 62 million tons of palm oil are produced worldwide, with over 90% of it in Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
As brands move towards producing environmentally friendly cosmetic products, DKSH is committed to formulating water-free and water-optimized products for our partners in the personal care industry.
In recent decades, Thailand has endured significant water challenges, including severe droughts and floods that have intensified due to climate change. These crises threaten not only the market's water reserves but also its economic stability.
Reading literacy and numeracy skills have deteriorated among Thai children following the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the survey by the National Statistical Office and the United Nations Children’s Fund, in 2022, only 47% of Grade Two and Three children had basic reading skills. Similarly, only 40% of children had basic numeracy skills.
Ear disease and hearing loss can significantly impact a person's quality of life. The economic cost of hearing loss on a global scale is estimated at nearly USD 1 trillion annually with over 80 percent of patients residing in low and middle-income markets.
Many markets in the Asia Pacific face healthcare inequalities where patients struggle to get access to quality and proper healthcare products and services. There are significant gaps in access to quality care, especially in lower-middle to low-income markets and rural or remote areas.
Vietnam is among the most rapidly aging markets in the world. From a population of over 100 million people, nearly 13 million are over 60 and by 2030, this is expected to reach 18 million, accounting for more than 17 percent of the population.
Access to education and reading materials has always been a challenge for the Orang Asli children and the indigenous communities in Malaysia. This occurrence is more evident in the remote parts of Sabah due to the inaccessible villages and non-availability of schools, and Internet access.
Like many emerging markets in Southeast Asia, Vietnam is grappling with a critical plastic waste crisis. According to a World Bank study, an estimated 3.1 million metric tons of plastic waste is discharged on land in Vietnam and at least 10 percent of this goes into the ocean.
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