Why the UK is doubling down on Asean ties amid European reset
Britain’s new Labour government is trying to reassure Southeast Asia that its push to rebuild ties with Europe…
China’s sovereign debt to debut in SE Asia’s largest economy
A landmark agreement allowing China to issue sovereign bonds in Indonesia’s domestic market on a reciprocal basis signals…
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…
Why the United Kingdom and ASEAN must advance together – Academia
n a time of profound geopolitical and economic shifts, global volatility and climate shocks, resilience and prosperity depend…
Thailand Faces ‘Worst Energy Crisis in History’ as Diesel Prices Treble
The Energy Ministry plans to reclaim refinery windfall profits to rescue the national Fuel Fund as…
Stalling ASEAN renewables leave gap for Japan’s fossil fuel tech push
The Japan-led Asia Zero Emission Community, which embraces a “one goal, various pathways” to decarbonization, is not only supporting…
Thailand, branded the “sick man of Asia”: how much hope can a new government deliver? – Nation Thailand
Thailand, branded the “sick man of Asia”: how much hope can a new government deliver? Nation ThailandHow Thailand became…
Singapore defends GIC, Temasek returns as reasonable
Government says prioritises long-term returns over short-term swingsGovernment does not interfere in Temasek’s picks, says ministerGIC’s returns over…
Trump tariffs hit ASEAN footwear as investors quit Indonesia
Foreign footwear manufacturers are scrapping investment plans in Indonesia, while factories in Vietnam are rushing to adopt automation…
China’s record trade surplus could prompt protectionist response in 2026: report
While China has already logged a record-breaking trade surplus in the first 11 months of 2025, that milestone…
Work in progress: Hong Kong reaps the fruits of fintech seeds sown nearly 10 years ago
When Alvin Kwock, co-founder of digital insurer OneDegree, took part in the inaugural Hong Kong FinTech Week in…
China’s exports defy expectations in September under weight of trade war uncertainty
China’s exports rebounded in September after hitting a six-month low in August, supported by recovering overseas demand and…