Strong domestic demand helping to offset weak exports

Regional GDP growth held steady at just under 4% last quarter, with buoyant domestic demand again helping to offset weak exports. With subdued global growth set to continue holding back exports, the onus will be on policymakers to support domestic demand by keeping monetary and fiscal policy loose.

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