Southeast Asia, home to some 700 million people, gets most of its oil and gas through the Strait of Hormuz, making it among the regions hardest hit by Iran’s blockade of the waterway. The Philip…
India’s vegetable oil buyers step back, betting war-driven rally will ease
Indian vegetable oil refineries are curtailing purchases of palm oil, soyoil and sunflower oil, betting that the Iran war-driven price rally will not last and that they can replenish stocks after the…
Middle East conflict poses challenges for Indonesia’s palm oil industry
The ongoing conflict involving Iran is expected to create both opportunities and challenges for Indonesia’s palm oil industry, amid volatile global commodity prices and escalating transportation…
From AI to Sustainability, Five Key Skills Singapore’s Workforce Will Need in 2026
Singapore’s economy continues to evolve amid rapid technological change and sustainability priorities, workforce capabilities are expected to shift significantly over the next few years. Workfor…
Why The Philippines Must Treat The Blue Economy As A National Strategy – Analysis
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…