Trump’s Mexico tariffs would shift plants to Asia, warns car parts maker

Unlock the White House Watch newsletter for free Your guide to what the 2024 US election means for Washington and the world Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexico would amount to the US “strangling” itself and are likely to force production to shift to …

Strong tourism exchange between South-east Asia and South Korea, but more can be done: study

Rising tourism arrivals between South-East Asia and South Korea are presenting numerous opportunities for economic growth, cultural exchange, and strengthened regional cooperation, finds report, ASEAN–Republic of Korea Tourism Cooperation: Fostering People …

Coller Capital expands in South-east Asia private equity secondary market with Singapore office

Coller’s Singapore office is the PE manager’s fifth location in Asia Pacific alongside Hong Kong, Beijing, Seoul and Melbourne.ST PHOTO: ARIFFIN JAMAR SINGAPORE - London-headquartered Coller Capital, one of the largest global investors in the private …

Asean+3 growth prospects a tad drearier with China, South-east Asia bracing themselves for Trump tariffs

THE Asean+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (Amro) has trimmed its 2025 growth projections for most of the 10 Asean member states, as well as China, Hong Kong, Japan and South Korea – a region that altogether contributes to more than 40 per cent of global …

Travel Exclusive Asia expands operations into Indonesia

Travel Exclusive Asia announced that it recently entered the Indonesian market, partnering with Peter Nielsen and Ni Made Ayu Triska.  Together, they have more than a decade of DMC experience, a team of 12 staff, and a base in Bali.  Peter Nielsen, a …

After Joe Biden’s four years in office, South-east Asia emerges as a key winner

US Has Lost Ground to China in South-East Asia — Malaysian PM

https://sputnikglobe.com/20250120/us-has-lost-ground-to-china-in-south-east-asia--malaysian-pm-1121475465.html US Has Lost Ground to China in South-East Asia — Malaysian PM US Has Lost Ground to China in South-East Asia — Malaysian PM …

Asia private credit funding hits eight-year low on China slump

ASIA’S private credit market faces diverse challenges in 2025 after fundraising dropped to an eight-year low and concerns over China’s ailing growth hit sentiment. Fundraising of Asia Pacific-focused private debt funds fell 34 per cent to US$5.4 billion in …

S-E Asia’s Brics interest raises eyebrows as largest Asean members stir the US-China balancing act

Status check: Indonesia snags full membership; Thailand partners up; Malaysia, Vietnam stay in the wings; others wait and see SOUTH-EAST Asia’s two largest economies are the newest recruits of Brics, lending significant clout to the bloc that already …

5 key trends to watch out for in Asia’s economy and politics in 2025

The year 2025 presents a pivotal moment for Asia, marked by significant economic transitions and ongoing geopolitical challenges. According to the Economic Intelligence Unit (EIU) report titled – Asia outlook 2025: A consumer comeback amid geopolitical …