developing paint and coating industry.

China and India were the major growth contributors in the regional market. Further, Asia Pacific is expected to drive at highest CAGR from 2016 to 2024. The regional demand was followed by Europe.

Stringent environmental regulations are expected to significantly contribute towards regional market demand. The Middle East & Africa is also anticipated to grow at a significant growth of 6.3% from 2016 to 2024 on account of increasing construction projects.

In order to cater increasing Asia Pacific demand, manufacturers are expected to invest in facilities expansion as well as product portfolio expansion. Market participants have adopted the low-cost strategy to attract consumers.

Over the forecast period, companies are expected to focus on innovation to differentiate their product from competitors. They are also anticipated to shift theirJERUSALEM – The Israeli military says fire from fighting in neighboring Syria has hit the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights.

The military said a number of what appeared to be mortar shells struck the Golan Heights on Tuesday, causing no damage. It did not believe the fire was aimed at Israel.

Israel has been warily watching the Syrian conflict, fearing the violence could spill across its borders.

Mortar shells have exploded sporadically inside Israeli territory since the conflict began, causing damage but no injuries. Israel believes most were errant shots but has accused Syria of aiming at Israeli targets on several occasions. Israeli troops have returned fire briefly.

Israel is believed to have carried out four airstrikes in Syria in recent months against weapons thought to be destined for Hezbollah militants in Lebanon.