Thailand’s New Prime Minister Sets Ambitious Agenda
BANGKOK – As Thailand welcomes Paetongtarn Shinawatra, its youngest prime minister, the nation anticipates a blend of continuity and change. Stepping into the political legacy of her father, Thaksin Shinawatra, Paetongtarn inherits a complex tapestry of economic challenges and political … Continue reading Thailand’s New Prime Minister Sets Ambitious Agenda
EU and ASEAN Strengthen Ties in Strategic Partnership
BRUSSELS – The European Union (EU) has taken a significant step forward in its relationship with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) with the publication of the EU-ASEAN Strategic Partnership Blue Book for the years 2024-2025. This comprehensive document … Continue reading EU and ASEAN Strengthen Ties in Strategic Partnership
Global Markets in Turmoil: Effects on Asian economy
TOKYO/WASHINGTON – The global financial landscape has been rocked by a series of unexpected events that have sent shockwaves through stock markets around the world. The United States, long considered a bastion of economic stability, is now grappling with the … Continue reading Global Markets in Turmoil: Effects on Asian economy
Indonesia’s Golden Opportunity: New Visa for Investors
JAKARTA – In a bold move to bolster its economy, Indonesia has rolled out the ‘golden visa’, a strategic initiative designed to draw in global investors by offering them long-term residency. This policy, which came into effect on August 30, … Continue reading Indonesia’s Golden Opportunity: New Visa for Investors
China: European Chamber for balanced dialogue
BEIJING – At the 8th Global Think Tank Summit, organized by the China Centre for International Economic Exchange in Beijing, European Chamber Secretary General Adam Dunnett commented on the changing picture of global supply chains, from efficiency to resilience: “European … Continue reading China: European Chamber for balanced dialogue
China’s Rural Banking Crisis: A Ticking Time Bomb
BEIJING – In the vast expanse of China’s rural landscape, a silent crisis brews within the financial sector. The country’s smallest banks, once the backbone of local economies, are now teetering on the brink of collapse. These rural banks, numbering … Continue reading China’s Rural Banking Crisis: A Ticking Time Bomb
ASEAN-China Think-Tanks Convene in Da Nang
DA NANG – The Network of ASEAN-China Think-Tanks (NACT) Working Group Meeting took place on July 6th in Da Nang, focusing on the theme of “ASEAN-China Collaboration on Industrial and Supply Chains.” Scholars from ASEAN Member States and China gathered … Continue reading ASEAN-China Think-Tanks Convene in Da Nang
China Leads Global AI Revolution: 83 percent Adoption
CARY, NORTH CAROLINA / BEIJING – In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries and economies, China has emerged as a frontrunner in the AI revolution. A groundbreaking study by SAS, a leader in analytics software, has unveiled … Continue reading China Leads Global AI Revolution: 83 percent Adoption
Google’s Strategic Expansion: US$2 Billion for Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR – In a landmark move that underscores the growing importance of Southeast Asia in the global digital economy, Google, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., has unveiled plans to invest US$2 billion in Malaysia. This investment is earmarked for … Continue reading Google’s Strategic Expansion: US$2 Billion for Malaysia
Vietnam’s F&B sector: A market on the rise
HANOI – The Vietnamese food and beverage market (F&B) is experiencing rapid development, driven by profound socioeconomic changes. A growing middle class, advancing urbanization, and a shift in consumer preferences have led to unprecedented growth. In particular, the demand for … Continue reading Vietnam’s F&B sector: A market on the rise