From ‘red ocean’ to ‘blue ocean’: Why Singaporean firms are exploring Nanning to enter China’s market
More than 50 exhibitors from Singapore took part in the five-day event – the highest number since 2023.…
Singapore exploring Canada as potential energy source, anticipates further fuel disruptions from Middle East: Vivian Balakrishnan
ASEAN-CANADA FTA Amid trade tensions with the United States, Canada has been looking to expand its economic opportunities…
ASEAN faces uneven growth in AI era, DBS report warns
AI has the potential to widen economic performance gaps in ASEAN economies, according to a report from DBS, Bain…
Asia OneHealthcare targets RM7 billion IPO in Malaysia’s private healthcare sector
The hospital group is eyeing a RM30 billion valuation in what could be the country’s biggest healthcare listing…
Monday briefing: Australia in the Indo-Pacific
Thirty years ago, Australia’s strategic outlook was characterised by a comfortable bifurcation: economic growth was tied to Asia,…
China demands Australia stop ‘exaggerating tensions’ over South China Sea
China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has demanded Australia stop “exaggerating tensions and inciting confrontation” over the South China…
Australia stands behind Philippines amid China’s aggression
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has publicly put the full weight of Australia’s strategic messaging, funding and capabilities behind…
Hong Kong urged to shift from role as ‘superconnector’ to ‘value-adder’
Hong Kong must evolve beyond acting solely as a “superconnector” and reposition itself as a “super value-adder”, a…
China defies Hormuz crisis with record monthly export value in April
China’s export sector showed strong resilience last month, with the total value of outbound shipments hitting a monthly…
Japan, Australia sign deal for first three Mogami frigate warships
Australia and Japan have announced they’ve signed a multi-billion-dollar contract for the first three of Australia’s next generation…
Possible “Super El Niño” puts ASEAN on alert for severe heat and drought
Impacts on other parts of the world For North America, the impacts will vary by region. The western…
China’s Hainan wants more than beach tourism. Will new customs rules cause a sea change?
As China undergoes a sweeping economic transition, its regions are also in the process of embracing change. The…