Southeast Asia

Int’l businesses target ASEAN for supply-chain connectivity versus consumer market

Growth in sales for the region is expected to climb 23.2% in the next 12 months.

ASEAN launches negotiations on digital economy framework agreement

The framework aims to facilitate more seamless cross-border digital trade.

Sembcorp unit, Becamex to build 4 new Vietnam Singapore Industrial Parks

One of the four VSIPs will be built in Lang Son, Vietnam.

Keppel bags US$70m worth of EaaS contracts in Vietnam

The company inked contacts with Republic Holiday Inn amongst others.

Brands, key players ‘redefine’ food industry with sustainable, inclusive products

Various products flooded the 2023 Food Taipei Mega Shows from ready-to-eat meals that don’t require chewing to essences and face masks made from seafood.

Singapore, IEA partner to enhance regional power grid capabilities

The EMA and IEA will hold a training programme for more than 160 participants. 

LG Ad Solutions, Tyroo ink deal to market CTV ad solutions in SG, other SEA markets

The CTV solutions are available on more than four million LG Smart TVs.

Negotiations on Telkom-Telkomsel integration ongoing – Singtel

Telkom is eyeing to integrate its fixed broadband business into Telkomsel.

GSS Energy, MECOM partner for EV business dev’t in Southeast Asia

They will focus on Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

APAC Realty acquires 22% stake in ERA Vietnam for $4.9m

The acquisition will bring APAC Realty’s total stake in ERA Vietnam to 60%.

MAS inks regional payment connectivity memorandum with 4 SEA countries

The MOU will pave the way for faster and cheaper cross-border payments.

Sembcorp unit to acquire Vector Green for $474m

Vector Green has renewable power generation assets across 13 Indian states.

Industrial Revolution I4.0: It’s not just about new technologies

Countries like the Philippines have adopted the Singapore-developed framework for manufacturing transformation.

Chart of the Day: More Singaporeans plan to travel abroad in 2023

A study found that 52% intend to travel internationally next year.

INCIT to help accelerate manufacturing transformation in PH

The organisation will help facilitate PH's adoption of the SIRI framework.