Contributing to a cohesive and responsive ASEAN
August 12, 2022 | 16:22
Vietnam became an official member of ASEAN on July 28, 1995 at the 28th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. This was an important turning point, opening a period of integration and development in Southeast Asia.
Same-sex couple bonds beyond borders
July 19, 2022 | 15:13
After travelling halfway around the globe, the young German-Vietnamese same-sex couple Etienne and Thanh will tie the knot in Denmark.
FrieslandCampina announces result of SEANUTS II
June 17, 2022 | 15:24
FrieslandCampina has just launched the result of the SEANUTS II study, showing that malnutrition is still a huge challenge among children in Southeast Asia.
Breaking down the digital divide to stimulate growth
April 28, 2022 | 17:00
Southeast Asia is ushering in a digital decade, with its internet economy set to surpass previous estimates to reach $1 trillion in gross merchandise value by 2030.
#HackThePackaging challenge opens registration for creative minds from Vietnam
February 16, 2022 | 18:12
The Wala Usik Challenge 2022: #HackThePackaging opens registrations for all puzzle solvers from Vietnam and other East and Southeast Asian nations.
SEA business leaders to focus on omnichannel and supply chain diversification
January 20, 2022 | 10:54
Business leaders in Southeast Asia are set to build back better by investing in a robust omnichannel approach, diversifying their supply chains, and focusing on employees and business continuity, according to a new industry report released today.
ADB revises down Malaysia’s economic growth forecast in 2021
December 22, 2021 | 10:29
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has downgraded Malaysia's gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast to 3.8 percent from 4.7 percent for 2021 and 5.9 percent from 6.1 percent next year.
Developing Asia growth outlook slightly down in 2021-2022
December 15, 2021 | 15:20
The ADB revised its economic growth outlook for developing Asia, down slightly to 7 per cent this year and 5.3 per cent next year.
Vietnam to be fastest-growing e-commerce market in Southeast Asia by 2026: Report
November 20, 2021 | 20:52
Vietnam is expected to be the fastest-growing e-commerce market in Southeast Asia by 2026, with e-commerce Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) reaching 56 billion USD by 2026, 4.5 times the estimated value of 2021, according to a report by Facebook and Bain & Company.
Southeast Asia sees record number of deals completed in first half of 2021
September 27, 2021 | 18:08
Deal activity in Southeast Asia reached a new record at almost 400 deals in the first half of 2021, according to a report by Cento Ventures.
COVID-19 immunity key to Southeast Asia’s economic recovery from Delta variant
September 24, 2021 | 20:35
The COVID-19 Delta variant has limited limited economic recovery for Southeast Asia, but the outlook for 2022 is more positive.
Foreign hotel brands pin high hopes on post-pandemic rebound of Southeast Asia
September 19, 2021 | 21:22
Foreign hotel brands are stilling pursue new opportunities in Southeast Asia amidst the pandemic as they are looking to capitalise on the region’s rebound.
70 million people in Southeast Asia have adopted online shopping due to COVID-19
September 18, 2021 | 18:22
According to a recent report, 70 million people in Southeast Asia have shopped online during COVID-19 and nearly 30 million people became digital consumers.
Thai bank Krungsri expands footprint in Southeast Asia, including Vietnam
September 15, 2021 | 16:19
Thailand’s Bank of Ayudhya (Krungsri Bank) is signalling interest in expanding its footprint in Southeast Asia, including Vietnam.
Viettel operates two most modern innovation labs in SEA
August 24, 2021 | 16:29
Military-run telecommunications giant Viettel on August 23 put into operation two innovation labs in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, making them the most modern facilities of their kind in Southeast Asia.
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