China has dramatically curtailed its lending in recent years. Now, it’s emerging as the largest debt collector for many of the world’s poorest nations — a shift that threatens to undermine…
From browsing to booming: 5 insights into SEA’s ecommerce sector
Picture this: You’re at your laptop, browsing flights for your next holiday and comparing airline prices. While deciding between Bali and Bangkok, you place your weekly grocery order through an e-groc…
Indonesia’s Logistic Industry as a Hot Spot for Foreign Investment
Indonesia, as Southeast Asia’s largest economy, is becoming a prime destination for foreign investment in its logistics sector. This strategic shift comes as the country seeks to bridge its expansive …
Data centres are reshaping the Asean Power Grid’s forecasts, say global financiers
Multilateral development banks can help derisk the costs of decarbonisation and interconnections, with tech companies like Google playing a key role as large offtakers of clean energy. But the Asean C…
Cambodia Climate Change Strategic Plan 2024-2033 Launched
The Ministry of Environment officially launched the Cambodia Climate Change Strategic Plan 2024–2033 (CCCSP 2024–2033) during a ceremony held in Phnom Penh on May 22. The launch was presided over by H…
Have Bangladesh-India Ties Reached a Point of No Return?
When Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Bangladesh’s interim leader Muhammad Yunus at the sidelines of the BIMSTEC summit in April — their first official meeting since Sheikh Hasina’s government …
AI-powered trade, innovation deepen China-ASEAN ties
Vietnamese truckers, armed with AI-enabled gadgets that provide real-time navigation and safety tips, deftly maneuvered their way into China through Friendship Pass in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region…
Anwar hails Asean Power Grid success, praises Vietnam’s role in energy transition
The Asean Power Grid undersea cable project linking Vietnam to Peninsular Malaysia and onward to Singapore stands out as one of the key achievements of this year’s Asean Summit, Prime Minister Datuk S…
With four Malaysian banks in Laos, Anwar says political stability boosts investor confidence across Asean
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed Malaysia’s deep appreciation for Laos’ commitment and cooperation in strengthening bilateral and regional ties, particularly in support of Malaysi…
Gas Malaysia invests first biomethane injection hub to decarbonize industry
Gas Malaysia Bhd has unveiled Malaysia’s first centralized biomethane injection station, aiming to begin full operations in the second half of 2025. Company executives expressed confidence in securing…