Since the second Trump administration was inaugurated, the world has watched with a mix of hope and anxiety as U.S. domestic and foreign policies have departed wildly from long-established norms. Pres…
US imposes 46% tariff, prompting Vietnam to restructure economy toward sustainable development
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stated during a monthly cabinet meeting on Sunday that Washington’s imposition of a 46-percent tariff on imports from Vietnam should be viewed as an opportuni…
India bolsters defence, energy ties with Sri Lanka in bid to counter China’s influence
The security of India and Sri Lanka is interconnected, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said as the two nations on Saturday inked a defence cooperation agreement amid China’s persistent bids to gain a str…
Why is Southeast Asia turning to nuclear power?
Governments across Southeast Asia are eyeing nuclear energy to fuel rapid growth while also meeting ambitious climate goals. But critics say they should instead be focusing on exploiting abundant rene…
AirTrunk establishes recycled water supply initiative in Malaysia
AirTrunk has partnered with Johor Special Water (JSW), a wholly owned water utility of the Johor State Government, to establish a recycled water supply initiative for its hyperscale data center campus…
Indonesian palm oil producers eye African, Middle Eastern markets as US tariffs take effect
Indonesian crude palm oil (CPO) exports to the United States could face stagnation after US President Donald Trump imposed a 32 percent tariff on goods imported from the country, Indonesian Palm Oil A…
Trump’s tariff may diversify FDI sources in Cambodia
In the wake of US President Donald Trump’s new round of tariffs announced yesterday, to what he termed as ‘Liberation Day’ for his country’s economy, what impact will it have on Cambodia? Contrary to …
Malaysia pushes for coordinated South-east Asia tariff response
Malaysia will lead efforts to coordinate a regional response in South-east Asia towards US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, the country’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said. “Malaysia, as Asean chair,…
Move over Thailand, fastest-growing Vietnam is India’s new travel playground
Vietnam has emerged as the fastest-growing tourism destination in Southeast Asia, attracting nearly 17.5 million visitors in 2024. Key factors include an improved visa policy, increased flight connect…
Southeast Asia’s Economies Can Gain Most by Packaging Ambitious Reforms
Southeast Asia’s major economies have made major strides over the last couple of decades. The largest have seen income per capita grow at least three-fold over the past 20 years amid global integratio…