Stories Tagged: Southeast Asia

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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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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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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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Halal Market Growth: Japan and Malaysia Collaborate Amid Global Demand Surge

Japanese companies are increasingly focusing on halal products and services in Malaysia,... (15 revisions)

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Will Myanmar's Junta Chief Face Justice for Rohingya Crimes?

Myanmar's top general, Min Aung Hlaing, arrived in Kunming, China on November 5, 2024, to attend... (16 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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Russia's Resurgence in Southeast Asia Amid Geopolitical Shifts

As Southeast Asian states rekindle ties with Russia, the backdrop of the ongoing Ukraine war... (17 revisions)

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Escalating Trafficking of Hongkongers: A Growing Concern

In a troubling trend, Hong Kong has witnessed a significant increase in sex crimes among... (18 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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How Will Trump's Return Impact US-Philippines Relations?

The alliance between the United States and the Philippines is facing significant uncertainty as... (20 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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Philippines' Visa Rules Disrupt Chinese Businesses Amid Rising Tensions

The Philippines has recently implemented strict visa regulations aimed at combating immigration... (21 revisions)

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Vietnam's National Assembly Greenlights $67 Billion High-Speed Railway

On November 30, 2024, Vietnam's National Assembly approved a monumental high-speed railway... (22 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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The Crucial Role of Road Freight in Southeast Asia's Economy

Road transport of goods is critical in Southeast Asia, particularly in Việt Nam, where it plays... (27 revisions)

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US Repatriates Two Malaysian Nationals Linked to Bali Bombings

In a significant diplomatic move, the United States has repatriated two Malaysian nationals,... (29 revisions)

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Malaysia Aims to Become Southeast Asia's EV Hub with Hyundai's Investment

Malaysia is positioning itself as Southeast Asia's electric vehicle (EV) production hub,... (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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Malaysian IPOs Reach $1.5 Billion in 2024, Leading Southeast Asia

In 2024, Malaysian initial public offerings (IPOs) have raised an impressive US$1.5 billion,... (43 revisions)

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Oppo Expands Manufacturing in Indonesia Amid Southeast Asia Growth

Oppo is set to enhance its smartphone manufacturing capabilities in Indonesia, specifically at... (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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Zubiri Proposes NEDA Reorganization to Enhance Economic Planning

Senator Juan Miguel 'Migz' Zubiri has proposed a significant reorganization of the National... (53 revisions)

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U.S. Imposes Heavy Tariffs on Solar Products from Southeast Asia

On December 2, 2024, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced the imposition of preliminary... (70 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)

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What Are the Economic Implications of Trump's Second Term for Southeast Asia?

In the wake of Donald Trump's re-election on November 5, 2024, Vietnam's leaders are expressing... (247 revisions)