Stories Tagged: Southeast Asia

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Funding Societies Secures US$100 Million Credit Facility from HSBC Amid Growing Support for MSMEs

Funding Societies, Southeast Asia's largest digital finance platform for micro, small, and... (14 revisions)

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Southeast Asia's Digital Economy Faces Slowdown Amid Consumer Spending Cuts

Southeast Asia's internet economy is projected to grow by only 15% in 2024, reaching a total of... (33 revisions)

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Hong Kong's Halal Certification Initiative to Boost Tourism

Malaysia is poised to assist Hong Kong in developing its Islamic finance sector but will wait... (4 revisions)

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Why the Indo-Pacific is the New Battleground for US-China Influence

The Indo-Pacific region has emerged as a critical battleground for influence between the United... (6 revisions)

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Funds Pour into Southeast Asia as Rate-Cut Cycle Gains Momentum

In recent weeks, global investment trends have shifted significantly as funds increasingly flow... (7 revisions)

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Granite Creek Capital Partners and Novo Tellus Successfully Raise Oversubscribed Funds

Chicago-based private investment firm Granite Creek Capital Partners has closed its... (8 revisions)

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Eduardo Saverin's Historic Donation to Singapore American School

In a remarkable philanthropic gesture, Eduardo Saverin, co-founder of Facebook, has donated S$20... (8 revisions)

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Chinese Blockbuster Movie Raises Concerns About Travel to Thailand Amidst Recent Assault and Building Construction News

A recent Chinese blockbuster movie depicting scams in Southeast Asia has raised concerns that it... (9 revisions)

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Southeast Asia's Growing Extradition Practices Raise Human Rights Concerns

In a troubling development for human rights in Southeast Asia, Nuon Toeun, a 36-year-old... (9 revisions)

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Masan Group Included in Fortune Southeast Asia 500 List, Recognized for Strong Revenues and ESG Initiatives

Fortune magazine has released its first-ever Southeast Asia 500 list, which includes the Masan... (13 revisions)

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Paywatch Raises US$30 Million Funding to Expand Earned-Wage Access Service

Paywatch, an earned-wage access (EWA) service provider in Southeast Asia, has recently secured... (14 revisions)

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Japan's Economic Presence in Southeast Asia Remains Strong Amidst Competition with China

Japan's economic presence in Southeast Asia continues to thrive, despite competition with... (17 revisions)

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Southeast Asia's Strategic Role Amid US-China Rivalry

In a landscape marked by increasing geopolitical tensions, Southeast Asia finds itself at the... (19 revisions)

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Navigating the Ideological Battleground of US-China Relations: The Rise of Data Colonialism

The global order is witnessing a revival of great power competition, primarily between the... (19 revisions)

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Southeast Asia Responds to Gaza Conflict's Anniversary

As the one-year anniversary of the October 7 conflict approaches, significant responses have... (19 revisions)

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China and Malaysia Collaborate to Nominate Lion Dance for Unesco Recognition

In a significant cultural initiative, China and Malaysia have agreed to jointly nominate the... (20 revisions)

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Hong Kong Fintech Groups Target Southeast Asia's Banking and Insurance Markets

Hong Kong's fintech landscape is rapidly evolving as companies like WeLab and OneDegree Group... (20 revisions)

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How Are Regional Powers Responding to China's Military Drills in the South China Sea?

In a significant escalation of military activity in the South China Sea, the People's Liberation... (21 revisions)

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Thailand and China's Falcon Strike Exercises: A New Era of Military Cooperation

China and Thailand are set to conduct their joint military exercises, known as 'Falcon Strike... (23 revisions)

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How Will the 2024 U.S. Election Shape US-ASEAN Economic Ties?

As the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election approaches, the implications for U.S.-ASEAN economic... (24 revisions)

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The Economic Toll of Poor Mental Health: A Global Perspective

Monique Lynch, the programme coordinator at the University of the West Indies (UWI), has... (26 revisions)

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Singapore's Strategic Position Amid US-China Rivalry

As the U.S. presidential election on November 5, 2024, approaches, Singapore is closely... (30 revisions)

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Philippines Implements 12% VAT on Digital Services Amid Growing Foreign Investments

On October 2, 2024, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed a law imposing a 12%... (33 revisions)

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Indonesia's Ambitious Journey Towards OECD Membership Under New Leadership

Indonesia is making significant strides towards joining the Organization for Economic... (36 revisions)

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Australia's Trade Diversification Amid Warming Ties with China

Australia is poised to advance its trade diversification strategy, even as relations with China... (43 revisions)

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East Timor's Diplomatic Balancing Act with China

In a recent statement, East Timor's President Jose Ramos-Horta defended the nation's growing... (45 revisions)

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CSC Holdings Expands Reach with Investment in Philippine Bank

City National Bank is set to open a new branch in Whittier, California, in early 2025. This... (48 revisions)

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How US Tariffs on China are Reshaping Malaysia's Glove Industry

The US government's decision to increase tariffs on Chinese goods, particularly medical supplies... (51 revisions)

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Southeast Asia Navigates Sino-US Competition with Strategic Agency

In the context of escalating Sino-US competition, Southeast Asian countries are increasingly... (92 revisions)

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How Will China's Economic Slowdown Reshape Global Trade Dynamics?

China's economy is experiencing a significant slowdown, which is poised to transform global... (101 revisions)

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Lazada's AI and Logistics Strategy to Compete with Temu

Lazada is positioning itself strongly in the competitive Southeast Asian e-commerce market by... (111 revisions)