South-East Asia’s next growth cycle will not be written by one economy, one commodity cycle or one manufacturing corridor, but will instead be shaped by five economies, namely Malaysia, Indonesia, Tha…
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Opinion | China-Asean relations are bigger than mere geopolitics
China-Asean relations are usually described in two ways. One emphasises danger: the South China Sea, US-China rivalry, military pressure and risk of Southeast Asia being pulled into China’s orbit. The…
The Carbon Accounting Reckoning: What Scope 1, 2 & 3 Mean for ASEAN’s Small Businesses
A quiet but significant shift is taking place across Southeast Asia’s supply chains. While many small business owners may not yet feel its impact, the effects are beginning to ripple throughout …
Beijing’s AI Governance Approach And Its Outreach To Southeast Asia – Analysis
In January 2025, Chinese AI startup DeepSeek launched its R1 model, sparking debate over how open-source, cost-effective models can reshape the global AI landscape. Calling it the “DeepSeek moment,” C…
Vietnam AI law takes effect, first in Southeast Asia
A law regulating artificial intelligence went into effect in Vietnam on Sunday, making it the first country in Southeast Asia with a comprehensive framework on the booming technology. Vietnam AI law t…
Southeast Asia: The Economic Outlook for 2026
Southeast Asia is expected to remain the world’s top destination for foreign direct investment in 2026, with maritime countries within the ASEAN bloc – Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and to a lesser ex…
ASEAN Weekly: Vietnam EV battery chains surge; Saudi firm backs Philippines clean power
Saudi ACWA Power expands ASEAN footprint with $200 million Philippines clean power investment Saudi Arabian energy firm ACWA Power is investing USD 200 million in clean electricity generation in the P…
Asean economies head into 2026 on a strong note
Resilience and strength in regional exports Evidence mounts that supply chain realignment is generating an increase in intra-regional trade and benefiting Asean exports. This momentum is particularly …
Trump heads to Japan after inking deals with ASEAN nations
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World leaders touch down in Kuala Lumpur for ASEAN Summit
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