DP World and AP Moller-Maersk, the two major port handlers in the world, have expressed their keen interest in making big investments in Bangladesh’s shipping industries to help the country buil…
Economy
President Wraps Up 3rd Day of China Visit with $3.7 Billion Landmark Investment
On the third day of his state visit to China, President Anura Kumara Disanayake participated in several significant discussions aimed at bringing tangible benefits to Sri Lanka. Accordingly during a s…
Economy Grappling With Overcapacity Problem
Not so long ago, a well-made, old but still functioning building at the centre of a city that had withstood the devastating earthquake and hosted a theatre for as long as one can remember got vacated …
China hails trade, investment achievements of RCEP at three-year mark
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) has deepened trade and investment cooperation among its members since it came into force three years ago, and has effectively consolidated the fu…
Malaysia aims to advance digitalization in Southeast Asia
Malaysia aims to establish and sign the Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) this year to promote digitalization across Southeast Asia, according to Sugumari S Shanmugam, director of the ASEAN e…
India’s Ties With South-East Asia: The Para-diplomacy Angle
In the past three decades, India’s state governments have emerged as key stakeholders in the country’s external linkages – specifically the economic aspect. The phenomenon of sub-national units/Non-Ce…
Sri Lanka walks a tightrope between India and China
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is embarking on his first overseas visit to India, navigating a complex geopolitical landscape shaped by China’s growing influence. Sri Lankan Presi…
Malaysia’s leadership charting ASEAN economic integration
AS ASEAN moves towards deeper economic integration, Malaysia is emerging as a key player in terms of leadership and collaboration. Assuming ASEAN’s chairmanship in 2025, Malaysia’s decisions will sign…
Dealing with challenges of a circular economy
As the world struggles to deal with rising greenhouse gas, GHG, emissions, a new economic model has generated much interest. The circular economy model is seen as the antidote. The traditional linear …