Singapore and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will continue to grow as trade and innovation hubs despite intensifying geopolitical conflicts and economic fragmentation, according to Standard Chartered Bank.
Vietnam remains among the countries with the largest seafood market share in Singapore and for the first time, Vietnamese seafood has maintained its 5th position for three consecutive quarters, according to the Vietnam Trade Office in the island-city state.
A Vietnam-Laos trade fair was kicked off in Phonsavanh township in Xiengkhouang province of Laos on October 23 as part of activities to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the traditional day of Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and experts in Laos (October 30, 1949 – 2024).
Cambodia and the China-ASEAN Information Harbor Co., Ltd. (CAIH) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to boost technological innovation, digital infrastructure, and digital economy.
President Xi Jinping underlined on Tuesday the need to advance construction of the China-Laos Economic Corridor while promoting the further development of the China-Laos Railway to set a prime example of Belt and Road cooperation.
As Malaysia assumes the ASEAN chairmanship in 2025, it should focus on implementing more people-centric measures and enhancing intra-ASEAN trade, said experts.
Indonesia, Southeast Asia’s largest economy and the fourth most populous country globally, has emerged as a key investment destination for Indian businesses. With its vast natural resources, growing middle class, and government-backed initiatives aimed at economic reform, the country presents numerous opportunities in agriculture, poultry, food processing, and technology. Indian businesses, already skilled in these sectors, are well-positioned to capitalize on the favorable investment climate and meet Indonesia’s growing domestic demand.
The substantial conclusion of the Version 3.0 China-ASEAN Free Trade Area (FTA) upgrade negotiations was recently announced.