Cambodia’s tourism sector has experienced a significant downturn in early 2026, with international arrivals dropping sharply compared to the same period last year, raising concerns among industry leaders and policymakers.
Maybank expects H1 gains for Banks, REITs, and Tech if conflict is short
Malaysia must position itself as a credible and compelling alternative as global investors reassess risk amid the crisis in West Asia.
RSIS says Malaysia is vulnerable to fertiliser import disruption from the Iran war as Malaysia’s domestic fertiliser production can only meet 39% of annual fertiliser use
Arada Fuangtong, director-general of the Department of Foreign Trade under the Ministry of Commerce, said the department had been closely monitoring the fighting involving the US, Israel and Iran because the area is a strategic route for global shipping, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea.
Thailand’s automotive sector is showing early gains in production and exports, but weak domestic demand, slowing EV sales and Middle East risks are clouding the outlook.
Viet Nam’s rice exports are facing shipping delays and rising costs as tensions in the Middle East disrupt logistics, prompting traders to reassess contracts, officials said on March 24.
The situation in the Middle East has dealt a heavy blow to global energy security, and relevant countries need to stop military operations immediately to prevent regional turmoil from further impacting global growth, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday.
<p>Time: November 2025<br /> By: WTO and International Trade Group, Legal Department – VCCI</p>
