Trump’s Liberation Day deferral doesn’t let up the damage to global trade flows and economies, as the uncertainty stalls investment decisions, deal-making and weakens risk appetite. Trump’s tariff the…
ASEAN Should Demand Equal Market Access from EU and China as Malaysia Strengthens Ties With Bloc
In efforts to safeguard its regional trade stability amid rising global protectionism, an analyst believes that ASEAN must demand reciprocal market access from major trading partners such as the Europ…
ADB to Support Agrifood Systems Transformation in Lao PDR
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $65.8 million financing package for the Sustainable Agrifood Systems Sector Project. The project will improve climate resilience, food security, nutriti…
Geopolitical Chess: China’s Mediation Role in Thailand-Cambodia Dispute and Its Impact on Southeast Asian Infrastructure & Defense
The simmering Thailand-Cambodia border dispute has reignited geopolitical tensions in Southeast Asia, with China positioning itself as a pivotal mediator. While the conflict’s immediate cause—di…
Cambodia and Malaysia Eye EV Investment Collaboration at Hong Kong Tech Expo
Cambodia and Malaysia are exploring collaborative investment opportunities in the electric vehicle (EV) sector, with a focus on developing EV charging infrastructure in Cambodia. The initiative was di…
Bangladesh’s economic prospects discussed at Swiss-hosted business meet
Key representatives from Bangladesh’s business community joined a discussion on the country’s macroeconomic outlook, financial sector challenges, and investment opportunities at a breakfast meeting ho…
New US tariffs target Asia, but some countries stand to gain
President Trump’s new tariffs are higher than expected for most Asian economies. Moreover, most countries will face additional tariff rates on transshipments. The new announcements are silent on Singa…
Malaysia Refining Palm Oil Market Strategies Amid Growing Demand From Africa – Johari
Malaysian palm oil products are experiencing rising demand for industrial applications, particularly in food processing from the Sub-Saharan African region, said Plantation and Commodities Minister Da…
Laos Launches Climate-Smart Farming Project in Six Provinces
Laos is stepping up efforts to tackle climate-related food insecurity and open new export opportunities, with USD 68.5 million in support from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and partners to moderniz…
Tariffquake: Why Bangladesh economy must diversify or fall
Over 800 export-oriented enterprises in Bangladesh are considered to be at “high risk” following the 35 percent reciprocal tariff imposed by the US. VISUAL: REUTERS It hasn’t been just a tremor;…