The ASEAN semiconductor market is on track to exceed US$52 billion by 2032, growing from over US$31 billion in 2023. According to Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan, this growth will only be possible if the region shifts Read more…
As global trade tensions escalate and new tariffs disrupt markets, economic resilience has taken center stage at the 12th ASEAN Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM), held this week in Kuala Lumpur. With Malaysia assuming the ASEAN Chairmanship Read more…
As the United States prepares to implement steep reciprocal tariffs against several trading partners, Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is taking a proactive stance by rallying ASEAN leaders for a unified regional response. In his dual role as Read more…
In a landmark initiative to promote sustainable agricultural practices, ASEAN member states, in collaboration with key international organizations, have officially launched the ASEAN Guidelines for Agroecology Transitions. These guidelines serve as a strategic framework to foster sustainable, resilient, and equitable Read more…
Singapore and Vietnam have taken a significant step towards regional energy integration by signing a Letter of Intent (LOI) to enhance collaboration in cross-border electricity trade. The agreement aims to facilitate the import of approximately 2GW of low-carbon electricity into Read more…
The diversification of China’s supply chain has created significant opportunities for ASEAN economies, particularly Vietnam, Malaysia, and India, with key benefits seen in the textiles and electronics sectors, according to Moody’s Ratings. Despite ongoing US-China trade tensions, the global credit Read more…
ASEAN member states are working towards a standardized electric vehicle (EV) policy to accelerate the region’s transition to clean energy and strengthen sustainability initiatives. Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz revealed that discussions are already Read more…
The ASEAN region is poised to become a global leader in renewable energy, leveraging its vast natural resources and growing commitment to sustainability. According to Prof. Dr. Tiong Sieh Kiong, Director of the Institute of Sustainable Energy at Universiti Tenaga Read more…
Malaysia remains steadfast in its commitment to reinforcing the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)’s role in global affairs, fostering deeper strategic alliances, and enhancing regional cooperation amid growing geopolitical uncertainties, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim emphasized. In his recent commentary, “Forging Read more…
Malaysia is committed to strengthening the semiconductor supply chain in collaboration with ASEAN member states as part of its chairmanship agenda this year, said Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong. Emphasizing Malaysia’s role as a regional partner Read more…
