Japan is entering a new chapter in its economic history, shifting away from decades of fiscal restraint and deflation-focused policymaking toward a growth-oriented strategy centred on strategic investment, productivity and long-term competitiveness. While the policy shift is primarily designed to revitalise Japan’s domestic economy, its implications extend far beyond its Read more…
Japan and ASEAN should deepen their strategic partnership in frontier technologies, energy security and sustainable economic development to strengthen the region’s resilience against growing geopolitical and geo-economic uncertainties. As global competition intensifies and emerging technologies reshape industries, closer collaboration between Japan and ASEAN is increasingly viewed as essential to securing Read more…
The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) has upgraded its economic growth forecast for the ASEAN+3 region, citing robust global demand for semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI)-related technologies, resilient domestic consumption and continued investment across the region. The revised outlook underscores ASEAN+3’s growing role as a critical hub in the global Read more…
Malaysia is reaffirming its commitment to advancing integrity, transparency and good governance across Southeast Asia as the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) prepares to host the 22nd ASEAN Parties Against Corruption (ASEAN-PAC) Secretariat Meeting in Melaka from 28 to 30 July 2026. The regional gathering will bring together anti-corruption agencies, international Read more…
ASEAN is preparing to usher in a new era of regional digital integration through the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA), a landmark pact expected to remove barriers to cross-border digital trade, strengthen digital governance and create one of the world’s largest integrated digital markets. The agreement, which is targeted Read more…
Türkiye’s elevation to ASEAN Dialogue Partner marks a significant milestone in its engagement with Southeast Asia, creating new opportunities to expand trade, investment and strategic cooperation with one of the world’s fastest-growing economic regions. The upgraded partnership is expected to deepen collaboration across key sectors including commerce, energy, defence, manufacturing Read more…
Malaysia is set to host the 2026 Land-Sea Economic Forum on July 30, bringing together government representatives, investors, technology companies and business leaders to strengthen commercial links among China, ASEAN, South Asia and the Gulf region. Held under the theme “Expanding the Silk Road Together: A New AI+ International Cooperation Read more…
Thailand has strengthened its ambition to become a leading artificial intelligence hub in Southeast Asia through a new national AI ecosystem initiative launched in collaboration with Huawei. The initiative brings together government agencies, technology providers, universities, developers and industry partners to accelerate AI adoption across the Thai economy. A central Read more…
The Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest) has been officially recognised by ASEAN Records for achieving the milestone of being the First Independently-Organised International Film Festival to Feature a Concurrent Annual Film Awards Ceremony and a Standing Regional Cinema Curatorial Programme. The recognition acknowledges MIFFest’s pioneering contribution to advancing independent international Read more…
Greater ASEAN unity and deeper regional cooperation are essential to unlocking the vast economic potential of the South China Sea, transforming one of the world’s most strategically important maritime regions into a driver of sustainable growth, energy security and shared prosperity. According to experts, a collective ASEAN approach would enable Read more…
