The ongoing conflict involving Iran is expected to create both opportunities and challenges for Indonesia’s palm oil industry, amid volatile glo…
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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 sh…
Why The Philippines Must Treat The Blue Economy As A National Strategy – Analysis
When most discussions on national development unfold in the Philippines, they often center on land-based growth drivers such as agriculture and forest…
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 indic…
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 co…
Indonesia Accelerates Bioenergy Development To Boost Energy Self-Sufficiency
Indonesia is accelerating the development of bioenergy from agricultural commodities such as cassava, palm oil, sugarcane, and corn as part of efforts…
War in Iran causes energy crisis in South Asia, disrupting life for millions
The war in the Middle East has triggered an energy crisis in South Asia, disrupting daily life for millions of people as fuel prices surge and supplie…
Malaysia leads Asean retail tourism with domestic trips and premium experiences driving growth
Malaysia’s tourism sector is recovering strongly and leading Asean in retail-driven visitor spending, with domestic travellers and premium internation…
Vietnam AI law takes effect, first in Southeast Asia
A law regulating artificial intelligence went into effect in Vietnam on Sunday, making it the first country in Southeast Asia with a comprehensive fra…
How Does Sustainable Digital Infrastructure Contribute to Long-Term Business Resilience?
The digital economy depends on a huge array of data centers, servers, and communication systems that power almost every business today. But as climate…