When Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. returns home this week from an extended trip to the United States, his greatest achievement will not be securing new security pledges amid a worsening te…
Economy
Why Australia needs to take ASEAN seriously
The push for ASEAN membership, which has been gaining momentum in recent years, is rooted in Australia’s desire to deepen its regional integration and foster closer ties with Southeast Asian nations. …
US$400 million ADB loan to boost Philippines’ revenue mobilisation
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a US$400 million loan to help the Philippines achieve its medium-term fiscal strategy and finance its post-pandemic economic recovery through a stronger f…
Cambodia launches five-year circular strategy on environment
Cambodia on November 15 launched a circular strategy on environment for 2023-2028, aiming to ensure environmental sustainability and promote a green economy. Speaking at the launching event, Environme…
Airlangga discusses digital trends, low-carbon economic growth with Silicon Valley CEOs
As part of President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo’s working visit to Stanford University on the sidelines of the APEC Summit in San Francisco, the United States, Jokowi held a meeting with CEOs from maj…
Building an ecosystem for a thriving innovation-based economy
Cyberjaya is a shining example of the nation’s commitment to technological advancements and innovation. Its journey began when it was conceived as part of Malaysia’s Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC) in…
How Tourism in Laos is Successfully Developing at an Amazing Rate
With its lush landscapes, tranquil rivers, and ancient temples, Laos offers a unique blend of scenic beauty and rich history. Tourism in Laos has seen a significant developed in 2023 compared to the l…
Nirmala Sitharaman meets Sri Lankan president Wickremesinghe, assures help in matters related to debt restructuring
During her visit to Sri Lanka, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met President Ranil Wickremesinghe and discussed a host of issues, assuring that India would continue to collaborate with the Sri Lan…
Biden pledges at Americas summit an alternative to Chinese-led infrastructure and development loans
President Joe Biden on Friday welcomed government leaders from countries across the Americas to an economic summit by pledging to increase U.S. investment in the region in part to counter China’s infl…
New AWS Region to Launch In Malaysia by 2024 With RM25.5 Billion Investment
The Amazon Web Services (AWS) is expanding its presence in Malaysia by going live with the new AWS Region in Kuala Lumpur in 2024. AWS will invest RM 25.5 billion to build the new AWS Region in Malays…