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The Chain Newsletter | December 10, 2021
Welcome to a new issue of The Chain, an easy way to stay updated on supply chain, procurement and logistics news in Asia in one quick digest.
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π¨ Everyone's talking about...

Some SEA countries have learned and are better prepared for fresh waves of the Covid-19 virus.
π° Other News

China established a new state-owned logistics group to strengthen domestic and global supply chains amid disruptions caused by the pandemic.

China is the dominant global supplier of rare earths, a collection of 17 minerals that are indispensable to countless advanced technologies.

The Baltic Dry Index has fallen to a level last seen in early June, reflecting improvements in global supply chains.

A supply chain βguruβ who handled a pandemic supply chain crisis and intends to pass on the torch β www.tbsnews.net
Mohammed Zia took a couple of crucial initiatives to meet the demand for hygiene products.
π Insights

The highly intricate and interconnected global supply chain is in upheaval, and in one way or another, much of the crisis can be traced to the outbreak of Covid-19.
Industry value chains are facing conflict. An artificial intelligence approach can help companies adapt to changing markets and operational challenges.
Read more relevant news and updates on the Supply Chain Asia blog.
π Upcoming Events

Join for a new discussion on "Dealing with the changing face of consumer goods buying behaviors & the impact on Supply Chain" with speakers from Dole Packaged Foods, PT Kualitas Tekhnologi and Microsoft.

The summit will explore the latest best practices, tactics and strategies in the field of inventory and logistics network optimization within APAC.
For the full calendar of meetups, webinars, forums and summits, click here.ο»Ώ
πΊ Featured Video
π§° Startups & Innovation

German drone delivery pioneer Wingcopter announced that it has received an investment from DRONE FUND.
See the best logistics logistics startups in APAC at the LogTech50
π Chart/Image of the week
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