A new study recommends returning oil palm biomass to planting areas to maintain soil health — specifically, by replenishing the soil with silicon. The research was published in April by a team of scie…
Palm oil is not the problem you think it is ― Jo Furnival
There have been growing concerns over the so-called “palm oil problem.” As one of the biggest agricultural commodities in South-east Asia, in particular for Indonesia and Malaysia, the EU’s new anti-d…
UAE, Saudi, India railway: US reveals new initiative to create major rail network
Jake Sullivan, United States National Security Advisor, met with Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Prime Minister and Crown Prince; Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE National Security Advisor and Ajit …
Malaysia opens its renewable energy market to PPAs, cross-border trade
Malaysia’s Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change and Ministry of Economy are working together to establish plans and determine new renewable energy initiatives and programs to …
Malaysia’s economy beats forecasts with 5.6 percent growth
Malaysia’s economy picked up in the first quarter buoyed by firm domestic demand, central bank and government data showed on Friday. Gross domestic product rose 5.6 percent, according to Bank Negara M…
Singapore’s PM Urges ASEAN for Joint Power Grid in Region
Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong spoke at the 42nd ASEAN Summit in Indonesia on 10 May, urging the bloc’s members to keep working toward establishing a joint power grid following the success…
S. Korean agriculture minister to visit Malaysia, Indonesia to discuss food security, exports
Agriculture Minister Chung Hwang-keun will visit Malaysia and Indonesia for talks on ways to boost cooperation on the agricultural and food industries and to better ensure stable supply chains, his of…
Bangladesh-World Bank Partnership: A Robust and Resilient Alliance in Pursuit of Sustainable Development
“The journey was not always easy, but we have never lost courage. In the past 50 years, the World Bank remained a steadfast development partner and supported our aspirations. We hope to work together …
Green tech mooted for ASEAN’s growth
Green and digital technology will play a key role in driving sustainable development in Southeast Asia, especially for the much-needed green transformation, said analysts and officials at the 2023 Ass…
Decarbonisation is a trade imperative for Vietnam
The EU plans to implement the world’s first carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM) from October 2023. During the transition period, the scheme will require importers to report the embedded carbon i…