Indonesia’s sovereign investment platform Danantara has completed its first year as the government positions the institution at the center of its long-term economic strategy. Launched in 2025, ...

Indonesia's trajectory as Southeast Asia's largest economy projected to rank among the world's top five by 2045, continues to attract a surge of foreign direct investment. Yet cross-border taxation ...

Malaysia recorded RM 329.5 billion (US$79.8 billion) in approved investments in 2024, with strong commitments flowing into manufacturing, services, and renewable energy. The momentum carried into the ...

Foreign investors entering Vietnam are required to navigate a licensing framework that is both specific to foreign capital and highly procedural. At the core of this framework are two foundational ...

The inauguration of the Laos-China Railway in December 2021 marked a transformative moment not just for Laos but for Southeast Asia’s evolving trade landscape. Spanning 414 kilometers from Kunming, ...

The Philippines has become an attractive destination for foreign businesses seeking growth in Southeast Asia. With its strategic location, young and English-speaking workforce, and a rapidly growing ...

Singapore has launched the Economic Resilience Taskforce (SERT) to address growing uncertainties stemming from recent U.S. tariffs and shifting trade dynamics. Announced by Prime Minister Lawrence ...

Agriculture remains a vital pillar of the Lao economy, contributing approximately 16 percent to the GDP in 2024 and employing around 70 percent of the population. Historically rooted in subsistence ...

Indonesia is the world’s largest nickel producer, holding an estimated 55 million metric tons of nickel reserves, which accounts for 42 percent of global reserves. The country’s nickel production ...

Singapore’s financial sector remains a cornerstone of its economy, with significant contributions to GDP and foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows. As of early 2025, the Singapore Exchange (SGX) ...

The Tunjangan Hari Raya is a yearly bonus given to employees at least one week before the start of the religious holiday observed by the employee (based on the employee’s religion). The recognized ...

Singapore stands as one of the world’s most vital maritime centers, playing a crucial role in international trade. With its strategic location along major shipping routes and its reputation for ...