When most discussions on national development unfold in the Philippines, they often center on land-based growth drivers such as agriculture and forestry, construction, manufacturing, infrastructure, a…
Nepal’s Capital Market Could Transform Dramatically if Economic Targets Are Achieved
Nepal’s economy and capital market could witness a profound transformation over the next decade if projected growth targets materialize. Current indicators show that the country’s economic size and st…
Malaysia Breaks Investment Record with RM426.7 billion in 2025, Up 11% Year-On-Year; Creating Over 240,000 New Jobs
Malaysia recorded RM426.7 billion in approved investments for 2025, the highest level ever, up 11 per cent from RM384.4 billion in 2024, reflecting continued growth despite a cautious global climate. …
Indonesia Accelerates Bioenergy Development To Boost Energy Self-Sufficiency
Indonesia is accelerating the development of bioenergy from agricultural commodities such as cassava, palm oil, sugarcane, and corn as part of efforts to achieve national energy self-sufficiency. Coor…
War in Iran causes energy crisis in South Asia, disrupting life for millions
The war in the Middle East has triggered an energy crisis in South Asia, disrupting daily life for millions of people as fuel prices surge and supplies tighten. Long queues have been seen outside cook…
Malaysia leads Asean retail tourism with domestic trips and premium experiences driving growth
Malaysia’s tourism sector is recovering strongly and leading Asean in retail-driven visitor spending, with domestic travellers and premium international tourists helping to boost footfall and spending…
Vietnam AI law takes effect, first in Southeast Asia
A law regulating artificial intelligence went into effect in Vietnam on Sunday, making it the first country in Southeast Asia with a comprehensive framework on the booming technology. Vietnam AI law t…
How Does Sustainable Digital Infrastructure Contribute to Long-Term Business Resilience?
The digital economy depends on a huge array of data centers, servers, and communication systems that power almost every business today. But as climate and energy challenges mount up, certain companies…
Nepal gets its youngest PM with a brute majority in Parliament. What comes next
With the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) headed to an unprecedented majority in Nepal’s parliament, the Himalayan country is set to get its youngest prime minister ever—35-year-old maverick former Kath…
Indonesia offers 10 new oil and gas projects as Middle East conflict heats up
The government is going to offer 10 new oil and gas block development projects across the country for tender amid concerns over choking supply and skyrocketing energy prices prompted by the Middle Eas…