In a major step toward transforming the kingdom into a regional trade hub, the Royal Government of Cambodia has officially launched an ambitious master plan to overhaul its intermodal transport and lo…
Investment
In the Wake of the Iran War, Emerging Economies are Creating Demand for New Investment Opportunities Underpinned by Tech Innovation
It’s not breaking news that stocks, bonds and commodities have all been gripped by volatility this past month, with assets seeing wild swings as the U.S.-Iran war has dragged on. The conflict has impa…
Malaysia well-positioned to weather Middle East war, says report
Malaysia’s status as a net energy exporter gives it an advantage in weathering the economic fallout from the Middle East war compared to other regional economies, according to Maybank Investment Bank …
From AI to Sustainability, Five Key Skills Singapore’s Workforce Will Need in 2026
Singapore’s economy continues to evolve amid rapid technological change and sustainability priorities, workforce capabilities are expected to shift significantly over the next few years. Workfor…
Nepal’s Capital Market Could Transform Dramatically if Economic Targets Are Achieved
Nepal’s economy and capital market could witness a profound transformation over the next decade if projected growth targets materialize. Current indicators show that the country’s economic size and st…
Malaysia Breaks Investment Record with RM426.7 billion in 2025, Up 11% Year-On-Year; Creating Over 240,000 New Jobs
Malaysia recorded RM426.7 billion in approved investments for 2025, the highest level ever, up 11 per cent from RM384.4 billion in 2024, reflecting continued growth despite a cautious global climate. …
Nepal gets its youngest PM with a brute majority in Parliament. What comes next
With the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) headed to an unprecedented majority in Nepal’s parliament, the Himalayan country is set to get its youngest prime minister ever—35-year-old maverick former Kath…
Vietnam’s economy nears a pivotal leap past Thailand
Backed by sweeping public investment and a strategic supply chain shift, Vietnam is positioning itself to surpass Thailand in economic scale as early as 2026-2027. Vietnam’s economy stands at the thre…
Government Innovation Initiative to accelerate Malaysia’s journey of becoming an AI nation by 2030
In a move to strengthen digital governance, the Ministry of Digital is activating the Government Innovation Initiative (GII), a strategic national effort aimed at driving innovation across the public …
India–Malaysia Ties Gain Strategic Depth
India–Malaysia relations have long transcended trade linkages to embody a multi-sectoral strategic partnership. The elevation of ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) in August 2024 mark…