Malaysia has officially launched the Startup ASEAN platform, a bold regional initiative designed to unify and empower Southeast Asia’s startup ecosystem. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) and executed by Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd (Cradle), the platform marks a major milestone under Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship in Read more…
A recent analysis underscores Southeast Asia’s challenges in meeting health-related SDGs by 2030, with no ASEAN nation currently on track to eliminate major infectious diseases like HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and hepatitis B. However, the report identifies clear avenues for accelerated progress through stronger regional collaboration, increased investment, and more resilient healthcare Read more…
The Raja Musa Forest Reserve has been officially recognised as a regional reference site for peatland conservation and restoration by the ASEAN Task Force on Peatlands (ATFP), marking a significant milestone in Malaysia’s environmental leadership and sustainable land management. The announcement was made during the 10th ATFP Meeting, hosted by Read more…
Milestone celebrated at grand opening of Wagyu by La Moon in Kuala Lumpur KUALA LUMPUR, 25 June 2025 — Malaysia’s culinary landscape just carved out a new achievement as Zenrich Wagyu officially secures an ASEAN Record for the Largest Annual Volume of Japanese Wagyu Imported in One Year. With a Read more…
15th edition marks historic milestone with 300+ booths and 50,000+ gift innovations at KL Convention Centre KUALA LUMPUR, 24 June 2025 — Malaysia has set a new benchmark in the regional trade fair scene as Malaysia Gifts Fair (MGF) 2025 earns the title of the Largest Gifts & Premium Trade Read more…
ASEAN member states have been urged to intensify their preparedness and response capabilities for chemical incidents, aligning with the ASEAN Political-Security Community Blueprint 2025. This call to action was underscored by Malaysia’s Deputy Health Minister, Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni, during the closing ceremony of the 2025 Chemical Incident Preparedness for Read more…
Kyndryl, the world’s largest provider of mission-critical IT infrastructure services, has officially launched its ASEAN AI Innovation Lab in Singapore, reinforcing its commitment to advancing responsible AI adoption and workforce transformation across Southeast Asia. Strategically located in one of Asia’s most digitally connected hubs, the new lab will serve as Read more…
Timor-Leste President José Ramos-Horta has reaffirmed his nation’s unwavering commitment to regional peace and stability, expressing full confidence in ASEAN’s leadership to navigate complex geopolitical challenges. His remarks came during a private visit to Malaysia aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and reinforcing Timor-Leste’s integration into the ASEAN community. Speaking at Read more…
In a landmark move to deepen Eurasian trade integration, the return leg of the ASEAN Express freight service officially departed from the Duisburg Intermodal Terminal (DIT) on June 21, marking a new chapter in bidirectional logistics between Europe and Southeast Asia. Jointly developed by Yuxinou (Chongqing) Supply Chain Management and Read more…
Vista, the world’s leading private aviation group and parent company of VistaJet and XO, convened an exclusive panel in Singapore to explore the evolving aspirations of Southeast Asia’s ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs). The invitation-only event brought together influential voices from across the region’s luxury ecosystem to decode the shifting values driving Read more…
