Thailand is facing a migrant worker shortage that authorities must urgently address to prevent wider economic strain, Thai business leaders have warned.
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Jakarta hosts Busworld as Southeast Asia eyes greener, smarter transport
The fourth Busworld Southeast Asia is currently taking place from 20–22 May at the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) in Indonesia. Firmly established as the region’s premier bus and coach exhibition, the event unites manufacturers, suppliers, operators and public officials.
Vietnam to nurture maritime growth through finance infrastructure
On May 16, the Ho Chi Minh City Business Association (HUBA) convened key stakeholders, economic experts, local businesses and investors for a forum themed “Vietnam International Financial Centre (VIFC) in Ho Chi Minh City – Opportunities for Businesses”.
EU-ASEAN push to align education with industry needs
Throughout May 12 to 14, ASEAN and the European Union (EU) convened Closing the Gap Workshop 2026 titled “Anchoring Workshop Readiness through Collaboration and Partnership” in Penang, Malaysia. It is part of a joint effort from both regional organisations to forge a more interconnected academic ecosystem.
Malaysia to launch TVET 2.0, targeting in-demand skills shortage
Malaysia is set to debut its Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) curriculum, named TVET 2.0, in June.
US corporate giants gather in Singapore to deepen tech partnership
The US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC) successfully facilitated the 2026 Singaporean Business Mission, bringing together 21 US companies and the Singaporean government in an effort to expand technology partnerships.
Indonesia’s Danantara buys intro ride-hailing giant GOTO to cut driver fees
Indonesia’s investment management agency Daya Anagata Nusantara (Danantara) has officially entered the stock market as a shareholder of the country’s leading ride-hailing and e-commerce firm, PT GoTo Gojek Tokopedia Tbk (GOTO), with the move aimed at improving the welfare of drivers.
Myanmar’s MAGDPL commits US$3.7 million on agri-warehouses in Thilawa
On 10 May, Myanmar Agricultural and General Development Public Co Ltd. (MAGDPL) announced a plan to invest 3.7 million US dollars to construct three modern warehouses, aimed at expanding both production quantity and quality.
ASEAN Foreign and Economic Ministers hold joint meeting ahead of main summit
Ahead of the 48th ASEAN Summit scheduled for May 8, ASEAN Foreign and Economic Ministers convened a joint meeting on May 7,
Myanmar to advance agricultural joint ventures with China’s Guokee
China’s agribusiness firm Guokee Bio-Tech Company is slated to partner with Myanmar entrepreneurs to advance joint ventures and establish a business-to-business (B2B) pact in the agricultural sector.