Asean prepared to be world’s new economic powerhouse
In an April report, the Asian Development Bank projected that the economies in the Asia-Pacific region will grow 4.8 per cent this year and next year, adding that growth in the…
Malaysia committed to elevate its role in international affairs, says Anwar
He also commended the foreign ministry's officials, saying they had proven their credentials in serving the nation and promoting Malaysia's policies and Madani ideas at the…
Asean on path to ‘self-destruction’, analysts say
Experts also said Jakarta, widely considered to be Asean’s natural leader, has been held back this year by the bloc’s divided voice on urgent matters.
Mekong Delta well positioned to receive FDI inflows
To tap the opportunities ahead, regional localities have designed various policies and measures to support foreign investors in developing stably and sustainably.
Indonesia’s Jokowi pledges infrastructure investment in Cambodia
Cambodian commentators see this as a positive development within the framework of regional cooperation, noting that the nation is in need of improved infrastructure development.
Asean makes push to become global EV production hub
Concluding the Asean summit in Labuan Bajo this week, President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo said the declaration marked an important step in the region’s economic cooperation.
Transnational crimes in focus at Asean Summit
Analysts noted addressing transnational crimes was necessary for the association’s community building, and economic stability relies heavily upon a stable and safe region.
Asean a ‘life raft’ for region’s countries in a more troubled world, says PM Lee
With a combined gross domestic product of more than US$3.4 trillion in 2021, Asean is the world’s fifth-largest economy, and is on track to becoming the fourth largest by 2030.
Asean will not give up on Myanmar peace despite no progress: Retno
Frustration has mounted among some members of the group with Myanmar and how to handle its bloody political turmoil that has raised questions about effectiveness and unity.
S’pore helping Timor-Leste prepare for full Asean membership: PM Lee
On the summit’s first day on May 10, Asean adopted a road map that spelt out the steps that Timor-Leste must take so that it can gain full membership to the bloc.