Asia
Singapore-Malaysia airline joint venture approval
In granting conditional approval to the proposed joint venture between Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Malaysia Airlines, the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore...
JB-Singapore RTS Link train marks a new chapter in regional capital flow
The Johor Bahru–Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link, set to commence passenger service by 2027, is being framed as a transport upgrade. In...
IOI Properties plans Singapore Reit debut by 2027
IOI Properties Group’s intention to list a real estate investment trust (Reit) in Singapore by 2027 is not simply a capital-light maneuver to...
Why America’s Asia strategy still lacks economic anchors
[ASIA] In June 2015, I flew aboard a US Marine Corps Osprey over the Malacca Strait alongside then–Defense Secretary Ashton Carter. The flight...
How Trump's tariffs could eventually help Asean
[WORLD] Donald Trump’s renewed threat to impose steep “reciprocal tariffs” on nations without bilateral trade deals—starting July 8—signals a return to his high-conflict,...
HSBC expands private credit push in Asia
[WORLD] HSBC Asset Management is preparing to roll out a new private credit strategy focused on the Asia-Pacific region, targeting launch later this...
Asean’s push to become global economic power
[ASIA] The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) has unveiled a five-year roadmap designed to push the region toward becoming the world’s fourth-largest...
ICA warns of severe congestion at land checkpoints
[ASIA] With the June school holidays and Hari Raya Haji long weekend approaching, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) is cautioning the public...
Asia faces fuel price fury and political tensions
[ASIA] Asia is witnessing significant socio-political developments, ranging from public outcry over rising fuel prices to diplomatic tensions involving Malaysia and Russia. Here...
Japan drives Asia travel surge
[WORLD] As the summer travel season approaches, Asia is emerging as the top destination for global tourists. Japan, in particular, is experiencing a...
Asia-Pacific leads global crackdown on social media risks for children
[ASIA] Some of the world’s most stringent new regulations targeting platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat aren’t emerging from Washington or Brussels—but from...
China and Asean need to bridge trust gaps in order to align their security objectives
[WORLD] Cambodia has begun welcoming foreign naval vessels to its newly upgraded Ream Naval Base, signaling a push to portray the facility as...
EU accelerates Asia trade deals amid US tariff tensions
[EUROPE] The European Union is intensifying its free trade negotiations with Asian nations in response to the significant tariffs imposed by US President...
Asian currencies rebound
[WORLD] Asian currencies are showing signs of stabilization as market sentiment improves, buoyed by easing trade tensions and cautious optimism surrounding upcoming economic...
Asia urged to diversify trade and strengthen domestic demand amid global tariff wars
[WORLD] Asian nations must expand their trade networks and strengthen domestic consumption to withstand the ongoing global trade conflict, according to Asian Development...
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