ASEAN must move beyond discussions on battery technology and accelerate manufacturing, commercialisation, investment and regional standards if Southeast Asia is to establish itself as a competitive force in the rapidly expanding global battery industry. Malaysia’s Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Datuk Chang Lih Kang made the call at the Read more…
Thailand is positioning deeper cooperation between ASEAN and BRICS as an important opportunity to strengthen the voice of emerging and developing economies, expand practical economic partnerships and reinforce a more inclusive multilateral system. Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sihasak Phuangketkeow has emphasised the potential for BRICS Read more…
Malaysia and the Philippines are strengthening bilateral security cooperation, with greater emphasis on intelligence sharing, maritime security and combating transnational crime, as both countries seek to reinforce peace and stability across their shared maritime region and the wider ASEAN community. The commitments were discussed during the 9th Malaysia–Philippines Joint Commission Read more…
Hong Kong companies specialising in infrastructure and artificial intelligence (AI) are increasingly looking to Malaysia for expansion opportunities, as the country accelerates its transition towards higher-value, sustainable and innovation-driven economic growth. Industry executives say Malaysia’s infrastructure development, expanding technology ecosystem and strategic position between major Southeast Asian markets make it Read more…
ASEAN’s emerging Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) is creating a significant opportunity to deepen digital economic cooperation with India, potentially connecting two of Asia’s most dynamic markets through interoperable payments, digital identity, trusted data flows, cybersecurity and emerging technologies. ASEAN substantially concluded negotiations on DEFA in May 2026, establishing the Read more…
The accelerating development of the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) is opening new opportunities for businesses and investors from Malaysia and across ASEAN, as the Chinese island strengthens its position as a strategic gateway connecting China with regional and global markets. With expanding international shipping connections, preferential tax policies and Read more…
ASEAN foreign ministers gathered in Manila with regional security, food resilience and energy cooperation high on the agenda, as Southeast Asia seeks to strengthen its collective response to geopolitical tensions and disruptions affecting trade, energy supplies and essential commodities. Malaysia’s Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan highlighted the importance of Read more…
ASEAN’s digital transformation is entering a new phase following the conclusion of negotiations on the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA), a landmark regional initiative designed to strengthen digital trade, cross-border payments, digital identity, trusted data flows and e-commerce across Southeast Asia. Researchers are now calling for a dedicated ASEAN–India Read more…
Malaysia is set to fully adopt the ASEAN Taxonomy for Sustainable Finance as the foundation of its national Malaysia Taxonomy, marking a major step towards greater regional alignment in sustainable finance and strengthening the country’s transition towards a low-carbon and climate-resilient economy. The decision was agreed upon by members of Read more…
Two of Malaysia’s most distinguished public figures, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali, have received historic recognition from ASEAN Records, commemorating their extraordinary longevity, decades of public service and remarkable shared journey spanning seven decades of marriage. Tun Dr Mahathir is officially recognised by ASEAN Read more…
