On March 1, Vietnam e-commerce market is shifting from subsidy-driven growth to profitability and tighter regulation.
Author: Amanda Laticia
Business and Strategy Developer. SEA Daily
Ex-PM: Conflict and tariff swings threaten Singapore’s economic stability
On February 28, Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong warned that conflict involving Israel, the United States and Iran will raise global energy prices and increase uncertainty, affecting countries like Singapore.
Singapore’s AI strategy faces calls for trust, inclusivity and SME support
On February 24, lawmakers in Singapore emphasised that the country’s national artificial intelligence (AI) push must prioritise trust, accountability and inclusivity during the 2026 budget debate.
Indonesia trains 15,000 engineers in a bid for indigenous chip production
On 24 February, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto announced that Arm Limited will train 15,000 Indonesian engineers in semiconductor design under a cooperation framework signed in London and witnessed by President Prabowo Subianto.
Philippine stocks rise as peso weakens after rate cut
On February 21, stocks in Philippines extended gains for a third consecutive session, supported by the recent policy rate cut from the Philippine Central Bank.
Indonesia remains confident amid shifting US tariff policy
On February 21, Indonesia’s President, Prabowo Subianto, stated that Indonesia is prepared for any changes in US trade policy following a ruling by the US Supreme Court limiting presidential authority to impose broad global tariffs.
Vietnam approves starlink for satellite internet pilot
On February 15, Vietnam granted Starlink a licence to provide low-Earth-orbit (LEO) satellite telecommunications services, enabling commercial deployment under a five-year pilot scheme running until 2031.
Myanmar banks cap withdrawals amid currency and gold speculation
On February 12, private banks in Myanmar have imposed daily withdrawal limits following a Central Bank directive aimed at curbing speculation in US dollars and gold.
Southeast Asia’s Manufacturing Rise: A Global Supply Chain Reset
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Timor-Leste, India, and the Maldives explore investment cooperation
On February 11, Timor-Leste’s Trade and Industry Minister, Filipus Nino Pereira, held discussions with the Consul General of the Republic of Maldives, Bobby Mohanty, on investment cooperation involving Timor-Leste, India and the Maldives.