Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc concluded an official visit to Russia, aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation in the field of blockchain and digital finance. The visit forms part of Viet…
Economy
Are south-east Asia’s street vendors, “the backbone of urban food systems”, prepared for the impacts of climate change?
Loan (not her real name) is a street vendor in her mid-40s selling fresh orange juice from her cart in an industrial area of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. She squeezes oranges by hand for long stretches …
Trump strikes deals on trade, critical minerals in South-east Asia
The United States signed a flurry of deals on trade and critical minerals with four South-east Asian partners on Oct 26, looking to address trade imbalances and diversify supply chains amid tighter ex…
When will Bangladesh’s economy recover?
The national election will be held next February. The business community believes that only then will the economy regain momentum. Economists say Bangladesh’s economy is now breathing but cannot walk.…
Bangladesh’s Pivot to China: From Balance to Realignment
On 19 October 2025, a massive rally was held at Chittagong University, Bangladesh, demanding the immediate implementation of China’s Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project, to e…
Adani-backed Colombo terminal is Sri Lanka’s largest foreign investment contributor
In a significant boost to India-Sri Lanka economic ties, the Colombo West International Terminal (CWIT) has become the single largest contributor to Sri Lanka’s foreign direct investment during …
Asean set to sign digital economy agreement in 2026 to boost cross-border trade, services
Asean is on course to sign a digital economy pact in 2026, which aims to boost cross-border digital trade and services. Talks on the Asean Digital Economy Framework Agreement (Defa) reached a “substan…
China-Malaysia ties strengthen under BRI framework with focus on clean energy and digital economy：MayCham China chairman
As the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) marks its 11th anniversary, China-Malaysia cooperation has entered a new phase of multi-dimensional and deeply integrated engagement, spanning infrastructure, the…
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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