Indonesia Debt Challenges Under Prabowo Leadership
Indonesia faces significant debt challenges as President-elect Prabowo Subianto prepares to take office. State-owned enterprises (SOEs) carry $186 billion in debt. This is a legacy...
Trump Wins: Implications for Southeast Asia Economy
Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 US election signals substantial changes ahead for Southeast Asia’s economy, particularly in trade, digital investment, and environmental cooperation. Trump’s...
Homeqube Singapore Disrupts Philippines Housing Market
Singapore-based Homeqube is setting ambitious sights on the Philippines' homebuilding sector, aiming to construct 1,000 homes in its first year. This bold move leverages artificial...
Thailand’s Investment Surge: Tech, Exports, Growth Ahead
Thailand’s economic ambitions are gaining traction with new investments, export growth, and surging ride-hailing opportunities. Top Thai business groups and banks recently urged Prime Minister...
Mega Transport Hub Project to Transform Quezon City Philippines
The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has announced plans to develop a major transport hub in Quezon City, aiming to rival the scale of the...
PMX’s Malaysia 2025 Budget Boosts Bumiputera Business Policy
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has taken a surprising turn in his stance on Bumiputera policies with the tabling of the 2025 Malaysia Budget. Anwar previously...
MAS Tackles Singapore Bankruptcy, Debt, Loan Crisis
MAS says bankruptcy cases in Singapore saw significant numbers in the first half of 2024, with slightly over 40% of bankruptcy orders attributed to business...
ASEAN Summit in Laos Spurs Regional Development
The recently concluded 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits in Vientiane, Laos, marked a significant milestone for the Southeast Asian bloc. With key discussions on regional...
Lao Tourism Eyes Growth Through Innovation
Lao tourism is on the cusp of significant growth under the leadership of Inthy Danesavanh, the new President of the Lao Tourism Association. Inthy is...
Bank of Thailand (BOT) Pressured to Lower Interest Rate
Thailand’s interest rates are at the center of a critical debate as the Ministry of Finance and the Bank of Thailand (BOT) weigh the potential...