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ASEAN's Role in Southeast Asia's Economic Growth: A Look at 2024
In 2024, Southeast Asia is witnessing a transformative shift as ASEAN strengthens its partnerships with China, Japan, and South...
Kelvin Tan
Oct 21, 20242 min read


Singapore’s apex business chamber leads delegation to 21st China-Asean Expo in Nanning
Singapore is intensifying efforts to strengthen trade and investment with China and ASEAN nations, as highlighted by the Singapore...
Kelvin Tan
Sep 27, 20241 min read


Singapore and Vietnam Strengthen Ties with New Trade & Investment Initiatives
At the 18th Singapore-Vietnam Connectivity Ministerial Meeting on 18 September, both nations discussed collaboration in energy, carbon...
Kelvin Tan
Sep 20, 20241 min read


Integrating foreigners into Singapore should start at the workplace
Earlier this year, multinational corporations increasingly chose Singapore over Hong Kong for their Asia headquarters, thanks to its...
Kelvin Tan
Sep 12, 20241 min read


Malaysia continues to shine in attracting FDI despite regional competition
Malaysia continues to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) despite stiff competition from regional players like Vietnam and Singapore....
Kelvin Tan
Sep 11, 20241 min read


Leaders of India and Singapore sign deal to cooperate on semiconductors
India and Singapore have signed an agreement to cooperate in the semiconductor sector, aimed at enhancing Singaporean firms' roles in...
Kelvin Tan
Sep 8, 20241 min read


Singapore firms eye under-tapped India and Middle East markets for overseas expansion
As multinational corporations diversify their global trade and investment, Singaporean companies are increasingly exploring opportunities...
Kelvin Tan
Sep 6, 20241 min read


India-Singapore ties will enable us to enhance economic cooperation
In recent years, India's engagement with ASEAN has deepened, with Singapore emerging as a key partner. Under the 'Act East Policy,' ties...
Kelvin Tan
Sep 5, 20241 min read


Shinawatra heiress takes office as PM, vows to boost economy
Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Thailand's youngest-ever Prime Minister at 37, has officially taken office, vowing to revive the nation's...
Kelvin Tan
Aug 18, 20241 min read


Malaysia poised for own semiconductor design, says China’s industry pioneer
Malaysia is poised to enter the semiconductor design industry, leveraging its strong relationship with China, according to Richard Chang,...
Kelvin Tan
Aug 18, 20241 min read


Singapore president Tharman to co-chair World Bank advisory council on jobs
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has been appointed co-chair of a new World Bank Group council focused on addressing an...
Kelvin Tan
Aug 12, 20241 min read


Johor-Singapore SEZ may turn into multi-growth story like Shenzhen: JP Morgan
JP Morgan projects that the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ) will be a long-term growth driver, akin to Shenzhen's development...
Kelvin Tan
Aug 4, 20241 min read


ASEAN FDI outpaces China for first time in decade
For the first time in a decade, Southeast Asia has surpassed China in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI). This is chiefly driven...
Kelvin Tan
Aug 1, 20242 min read


Singapore and EU complete bilateral digital trade deal
Last Thursday, Singapore and the European Union (EU) concluded negotiations on the EU-Singapore Digital Trade Agreement (EUSDTA), aimed...
Kelvin Tan
Jul 31, 20241 min read


SBF to set up trade and investment initiative to help firms deepen trade capabilities
Image: SBF The Singapore Business Federation (SBF) has launched the Centre for the Future of Trade and Investment (CFOTI) to enhance...
Kelvin Tan
Jul 26, 20241 min read


International cooperation is critical to Southeast Asia’s clean energy transition
Southeast Asia's energy sector is at a critical juncture, facing a significant shift towards clean energy amid rising energy demand and a...
Kelvin Tan
Jul 24, 20241 min read


Data centres, renewable energy: Johor’s growing industries offer growth avenues for S’pore firms
Singapore and Johor are set to enhance their already strong business ties, driven by MNCs' supply chain diversification and the upcoming...
Kelvin Tan
Jul 23, 20241 min read


JS-SEZ: 93% of businesses interested
In the wake of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) Joint Investor Forum that took place last Friday 11 July 2024, a...
Kelvin Tan
Jul 15, 20241 min read


Malaysia and Indonesia emerge as prime beneficiaries in Asean amid data center boom
Malaysia and Indonesia are poised to benefit from the burgeoning global demand for data centers, driven by the proliferation of AI...
Kelvin Tan
Jul 5, 20241 min read
Singapore hooks Taiwan companies shunning Chinese investors
Taiwanese companies are increasingly targeting Singapore for investment amid rising tensions with China. Following Taiwan's January...
Kelvin Tan
Jul 4, 20241 min read
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