Nepal has sent its first shipment of vegetables to Qatar, grown with Chinese technical and financial assistance. The consignment includes 1,500 kilograms of red cherry pepper chillies, flat beans, and…
Malaysia agritech adoption to accelerate as 5G connectivity spreads
Technology-related investments in Malaysia’s agribusiness sector are expected to pick up over the next five years, as 5G connectivity becomes more widespread and the state’s support for increased prod…
BlackRock invests in the strategic pipeline between Saudi Arabia and Bahrain
BlackRock, through its Diversified Infrastructure Fund, is taking a minority stake in Saudi Bahrain Pipeline Company (SBPC), owner of the pipeline linking Saudi Aramco’s facilities in Saudi Arabia to …
India sharply raises import tax on edible oils to support farmers
India has raised the basic import tax on crude and refined edible oils by 20 percentage points, the government said on Friday, as the world’s biggest edible oil importer tries to help protect fa…
Bangladesh crisis is an opportunity for Indian textile industry
Bangladesh plays a significant role in the global garment industry. The growth of its ready-made garments sector enabled the country to achieve lower-middle-income status in 2015. However, the ongoing…
Graphjet finds geopolitical sweet spot in Nevada
When China, the world’s biggest graphite producer, introduced tough restrictions on exporting the mineral in December 2023, Graphjet Technology spotted an opportunity. It was time to accelerate its pl…
Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, and Vietnam to Introduce Schengen-Style Single Visa to Boost Tourism Sector in Asia
In a bold move to revolutionize regional travel, Thailand is spearheading a proposal to establish a Schengen-like visa system among six Southeast Asian countries. This initiative is designed to build …
Southeast Asia In A Multipolar World: Navigating Challenges And Opportunities – Analysis
Southeast Asia finds itself at a pivotal moment as the global power structure shifts from unipolarity to multipolarity, driven by China’s rise, Russia’s resurgence, and India’s growing influence. The …
Bangladesh’s Economy Weighed Down by Debt, Unrest, and Strained India Ties
Bangladesh’s interim administration faces the monumental tasks of restoring peace and order, facilitating a return to democracy, and reviving an ailing economy. In doing so, the administration, led by…