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...
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...
Boeing: Southeast Asia Air Traffic Will Triple In 20 Years
Boeing [NYSE: BA] projects that passenger air traffic in Southeast Asia will more than triple over the next two decades, fuelled by above-average economic growth...
Grab Discontinues GrabPay Cards, Expands Board of Directors
Ride-hailing giant and fintech platform Grab has announced the discontinuation of its physical and digital GrabPay cards effective June 1. The company launched the cards...
Economic and Business Growth Trends for ASEAN in 2024
As we stand on the cusp of 2024, the economic landscapes of Southeast Asian nations paint a diverse picture of growth and resilience. From the...
Capital A, owners of AirAsia in Partnership with UnionDigital Bank
The owners of AirAsia, Capital A partnered with UnionDigital Bank, the digital bank subsidiary of Union Bank of the Philippines. They will collaborate with AirAsia,...
US Fed raises interest rate to highest in 22 years
The US Federal Reserve (Fed) has increased its benchmark interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point to 5.25-5.5%, signaling the possibility of further...
The Impact of the US Federal Reserve (FED) on the Global Economy
The United States Federal Reserve, commonly known as the Fed, plays a central role in the global economy. The Fed is the central banking system...
Unraveling the Complexity of Populism: A Multi-Faceted Phenomenon
In today's political discourse, the term "populist" is frequently thrown around, often carrying both positive and negative connotations. The word itself derives from the Latin...
Former Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe dies following assassination attempt
Japan's former prime minister Shinzo Abe died in hospital after he was shot at a political campaign event. Abe was shot twice while he was...