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In today's The Breakfast Brief, with growth perspectives dampening more people are selling off their stocks. Tech companies continue to be closely monitored by economists as many are taking a more cautious and selective approach to hiring. China's economic growth is down to single digits while the US dollar continues to strengthen.

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Despite public disapproval, China believes it's zero Covid policy will help save lives and help China continue to be productive. But with businesses in Shanghai and Beijing not operating, economists are keeping a close eye on its economy. The team also discusses former security chief John Lee as Hong Kong's new chief executive, and what impact his leadership will have on international affairs and public freedom.

Tan Dawn Wei, China Bureau Chief, The Straits Times tells us more.

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Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses the latest developments in the United States in this weekly podcast. 

The Straits Times' US bureau chief Nirmal Ghosh chats with Money FM 89.3's Elliot Danker.

In this week's episode, they discusses several issues. Why are former US intelligence officers asking Ukraine to stop boasting about the support from US forces? How will the demise of the Roe v. Wade abortion rights affect tech companies?

Cambodian minister Kao Kim Hourn has said that US President Joe Biden should "treat Asean leaders with respect" and spend "useful time" with them to improve ties. Will this affect the upcoming US-Asean summit?

Produced by: Nirmal Ghosh ([email protected]) & Money FM's Breakfast Huddle team

Edited by: Nadhirah Kamarudin

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The optical solutions/lens manufacturing industry's importance is often overlooked, namely the research that goes into it to provide many of us the luxury of clear vision.

We speak to Yagen Moshe, Global CEO, Shamir who's company is one of the world's leading international experts in optics, ranked among the ten leading companies in the world in the field. He also shares with us how passion, experience and ambition is integral to grow your business.

01:21 Origin of Shamir Optical Industry

02:49 Optical solutions/lens manufacturing industry

03:51 Role of Technology

05:32 Adapting to different needs

08:00 Leading the company

11:03 Shamir's role in F1

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In today's The Breakfast Brief, in Singapore an ABSD of 35% imposed on any transfer of residential property into a living trust. Inflation data in US and China continue to go up. The race for presidency in the Philippines between Ferdinand Marcos Jr and Leni Robredo continues  Amongst all this, U.S. President Joe Biden will host a summit with ASEAN leaders to discuss regional and international subjects, including the Russia-Ukraine war and the worsening political crisis in Myanmar.

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