Philippines Posts Trade Deficit of $4.01 Billion for December, Lowest in 4 Months
In the latest government data released on Friday, the Philippines reported a trade deficit of $4.01 billion for the month of December, marking its narrowest...
Laos SEZ Growth and Foreign Investment Rules
In 2023, Laos witnessed robust economic growth, with 178 local and foreign firms investing $520 million in Special Economic Zones (SEZs), marking a significant milestone....
Temasek Holdings Expands Presence in Region with Focus on Cambodia
In a recent meeting, Lim Boon Heng, the Chairman of Temasek Holdings Company, conveyed the company's strong commitment to further expanding its business operations within...
Singapore SimplyGo Implementation Delayed Amid Commuter Concerns
The Land Transport Authority (LTA) in Singapore has decided to delay the full implementation of SimplyGo for adult public transport fares from the originally planned...
Will Lithium Discovery in Thailand be A Game-Changer for EV Production?
Thailand's recent discovery of almost 15 million tonnes of lithium deposits has positioned the country as a potential regional leader in electric vehicle (EV) production....
Transforming Johor Bahru: Emulating Shenzhen’s Success Story
In the realm of urban development, the Shenzhen-Hong Kong symbiosis stands as a testament to strategic planning and mutual growth. Johor Bahru should look to...
Binance Thailand Launches Digital Cryptocurrency Exchange, Gulf Binance
Binance Thailand has officially launched its cryptocurrency exchange, Gulf Binance, for trading in the region. This exchange is a collaborative effort between Binance and Gulf...
Vietnam’s VinFast to promote electric vehicles to Indonesia’s GoJek
VinFast, a Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, and Green and Smart Mobility (GSM), an electric taxi operator, have forged an agreement with Indonesia's GoTo to...
Singapore and Malaysia Sign MOU for Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JSSEZ)
Singapore and Malaysia are jointly developing the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JSSEZ) in southern Johor. Economists believe this move will attract more multinationals aiming to...
Thailand seeks to ban recreational use of cannabis
Thailand's Health Minister, Cholnan Srikaew, recently endorsed a new cannabis and hemp bill, igniting a storm of protest from advocates favouring legalization. They criticize him...