Singapore and the United Kingdom have agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation on fintech and sustainable finance.
Despite the prevailing gloomy economic climate, ASEAN remains very attractive to foreign investment, and several industries look to prosper in 2023.
Indonesia has made the development of its special economic zones a priority policy with the aim of attracting over US$50 billion in foreign investment over the next decade.
The Philippines has fully opened its renewable energy sector to foreign ownership.
We discuss the Industry 4.0 opportunities in Singapore’s manufacturing sector, from electronics to pharmaceuticals, and major players,
Singapore has already embraced Industry 4.0 with its advanced manufacturing steadily moving its production base up the value chain.
Enabling cross-border QR payment linkages is also a step towards greater financial inclusion in Southeast Asia.
Vietnam’s breakneck economic growth is putting pressure on its energy sources, with frequent power outages burdening businesses nationwide.
Singapore has recently announced a new healthcare reform plan, Healthier SG, that will shift the country’s healthcare strategy towards preventive care.
Vietnam’s footwear industry is likely to benefit as manufacturers leave China in search of lower labor costs.