Burundi
Brasseries et Limonaderies du Burundi 'Brarudi' S.A.R.L., of Bujumbura, was able
to continue its growth. A start was made on the construction of a new lemonade
factory.
Rwanda
The rise in prosperity has led to higher sales by Brasseries et Limonaderies du Rwan
da 'Bralirwa' S.A.R.L., of Gisenyi.
In the capital, Kigali, a start will be made within the near future on the building of a
lemonade factory, for which a Coca Cola licence has been contracted.
The interests of our concern in this field of activity are mainly in South East Asia.
The governments of the countries where these interests are located are seriously
endeavouring to achieve the political tranquillity which is absolutely essential in
order to make optimum use of the economic possibilities at their disposal. The
longer-term prospects are accordingly considered to be favourable.
Singapore Malaysia
Malayan Breweries Ltd. has two breweries in operation in Singapore and one brewery
in Kuala Lumpur. In the financial year 1971/1972 the beer turnovers lagged some
what behind those of the previous year. This is particularly due to the increase in
excise duty and the introduction of a sales tax in Malaysia, where the economy is
still highly dependent on rubber and tin. The prices of these commodities were
under pressure during the period under review.
The economic development of Singapore has again been favourable during the past
financial year. There is a high level of employment and the income per capita is
relatively high.
Australian New Guinea
The beer turnover of South Pacific Brewery Ltd., of Port Moresby, a subsidiary of
Malayan Breweries Ltd., fell below that of the previous year. This was a consequence
of the uncertainty evident in the economic situation.
Nevertheless the prospects for the development of beer turnover are not considered
to be unfavourable.
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