Maldives is more than willing to do what Sri Lanka refuses to do for China if only it could irk India more. On January 1, Sri Lanka refused permission for a Chinese research vessel to dock at Colombo …
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‘World’s largest solar project’ breaks ground in PH, says SPNEC
SP New Energy Corporation (SPNEC) has started the “world’s largest solar project” in the Philippines, it said on Monday. The solar project is owned by its subsidiary Terra Solar Philippines, Inc. Clea…
India to import 10,000 MW of hydroelectricity from Nepal over 10 years
Nepal and India signed a power trade agreement on Thursday for Kathmandu to export 10,000 megawatts (MW) of hydroelectricity to India over the next 10 years, officials said, in a deal they hope will d…
Malaysia’s economy to accelerate in 2024: expert
Malaysia’s GDP will expand by 4-5% next year if macroeconomic stability is ensured, said Shan Saeed, global chief economist at Juwai IQI. According to the expert, Malaysia has a stable and stron…
How technology and artificial intelligence are bolstering the battle against wildfires
From satellites that can pinpoint the first signs of a wildfire from hundreds of miles away in space, to algorithms that predict how and where a blaze could spread, technology is now in the frontline …
Belt and Road Initiative: A Catalyst for Cambodia’s Socio-Economic Development
The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a colossal infrastructure project launched by China in 2013, has become a linchpin in the flourishing relationship between China and Cambodia. Experts have noted th…
AI will transform government communications – here’s how
As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms how businesses engage with consumers, governments must leverage emerging tech to drive effective messaging and communications. GovInsider speaks to John M…
Coca-Cola Philippines accelerates efforts to achieve circular economy on plastic packaging, water security
Coca-Cola Philippines concludes 2023 with significant progress in its commitment to environmental sustainability and enters 2024 with an increased resolve to accelerate its efforts. This year, the com…
Opportunities and trends in 2024
More than 350 participants from the public and private sector attended the conference This article first appeared in City & Country, The Edge Malaysia Weekly on December 18, 2023 – December…