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Why Is China Investing In a $1.7 Billion Canal in Cambodia?
At the groundbreaking of the Funan Techo Canal (FTC) this past August, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet hailed the project as a “symbol of patriotism and national unity.” Cambodia hopes that the can…
Vietnam Says SpaceX’s Starlink Plans $1.5 Billion Investment
SpaceX is proposing to invest $1.5 billion in Vietnam tied to its Starlink satellite service in the near future, the government said, citing a meeting between the company’s Senior Vice President Tim H…
A political and policy tightrope awaits Sri Lanka’s new president
In Brief Anura Kumara Dissanayake won Sri Lanka’s presidential election on 21 September 2024, marking a historic shift in the country’s politics. He is the first candidate outside the two main e…
Malaysia to establish task force with Laos to boost energy sector development
Malaysia is planning to establish a task force with Laos to strengthen cooperation in developing the energy sector of both countries, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Fadillah, wh…
Review of India, ASEAN trade pact to create new opportunities for businesses: Goyal
The review of India-ASEAN free trade agreement in goods will forge deeper trade and economic ties besides creating new opportunities for businesses on both sides, Union Minister Piyush Goyal said on F…
BlackRock invests in the strategic pipeline between Saudi Arabia and Bahrain
BlackRock, through its Diversified Infrastructure Fund, is taking a minority stake in Saudi Bahrain Pipeline Company (SBPC), owner of the pipeline linking Saudi Aramco’s facilities in Saudi Arabia to …
Bangladesh crisis is an opportunity for Indian textile industry
Bangladesh plays a significant role in the global garment industry. The growth of its ready-made garments sector enabled the country to achieve lower-middle-income status in 2015. However, the ongoing…
Graphjet finds geopolitical sweet spot in Nevada
When China, the world’s biggest graphite producer, introduced tough restrictions on exporting the mineral in December 2023, Graphjet Technology spotted an opportunity. It was time to accelerate its pl…
Southeast Asia In A Multipolar World: Navigating Challenges And Opportunities – Analysis
Southeast Asia finds itself at a pivotal moment as the global power structure shifts from unipolarity to multipolarity, driven by China’s rise, Russia’s resurgence, and India’s growing influence. The …