Trump’s Radical New 15% Tariff and Its Implications for Singapore
President Donald Trump’s decision to raise the US baseline tariffs rate from 10% to 15% significantly impacts global trade, especially for Singapore. As a country...
Tariffs Slashed: US Massively Cuts Indonesia Rate to 19%
The newly announced framework on tariffs between the United States and Indonesia marks a significant shift in bilateral economic policy. Under the agreement, the US...
Thailand Election 2026 Shows Big Dip in Voter Turnout
In Thailand’s 2026 general election, held on 8 February, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul successfully retained his position as the head of government. However, despite this...
SIA and MAS Announce Huge Tie-Up Pending Malaysian Authorities Approval
Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Malaysia Airlines (MAS) have announced a formalized tie-up that will see both carriers enhance their cooperation in the near future. The...
Thailand Elections: Strong Alcohol Sales Ban Over the Next 2 Weekends
Thailand is preparing for two consecutive dry weekends as authorities enforce a nationwide alcohol sales ban Thailand regulation linked to the upcoming general election. The...
Singapore Property Brief: Cooling Rents, Softer Momentum
Singapore property is sending clearer signals that the post-pandemic surge is easing into a more normal cycle. Prices are still rising, but the pace is...
RON95 Petrol Malaysia: Big Moves to Tighten Enforcement on Foreign Vehicles
Malaysia is preparing to tighten long-standing rules governing the sale of subsidised RON95 petrol Malaysia to foreign-registered vehicles, a move that will materially change how...
Indian Banks Big Boosts into Southeast Asia with Malaysia and Indonesia Expansion
India’s state-owned Indian Bank is taking a cautious but symbolically important step abroad, announcing plans to open full branches in Malaysia and Indonesia, alongside a...
Altantuya Murder in Malaysia 20 Years On: Facts Controversies and the Cost of Misinformation
Nearly two decades after the murder of Altantuya Shaariibuu, the case remains one of the most discussed and emotionally charged episodes in Malaysia’s modern history....
Malaysia’s Massive Employment Pass Reset Signals a New Talent Era
From 1 June 2026, Malaysia’s revised Employment Pass framework marks one of the most consequential labour policy shifts in over a decade. The government has...