Asia·Sep 9, 2026
Southeast Asian Firms Overlook Digital Pact Worth USD 2 Trillion
Survey reveals 35 per cent of regional businesses remain unaware of the Digital Economy Framework Agreement ahead of its expected launch
By Lim Hui Ying · 4 min ·
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Technology·Aug 17, 2026
Alibaba Cloud Opens Agent Testing Platform With Cross-Border E-Commerce Challenge
Qwen AI Arena gives developers infrastructure to build and evaluate autonomous agents against real-world business tasks
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Lifestyle·Aug 13, 2026
Chinese Luxury Brands Test Southeast Asian Waters
From jewelry to handbags, China's consumer brands are moving beyond electronics and autos to tap the region's affluent shoppers.
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Asia·Aug 5, 2026
Vietnamese Exporters Confront Tighter US Customs Rules at HCMC Logistics Summit
Nearly 100 businesses gathered to hear former USPS executive Robert Raines Jr. and logistics CEOs outline strategies for navigating stricter import regulations and volatile trade policy.
By Priyanka V. Rao · 3 min ·
Asia·Aug 3, 2026
Singapore GDP Could Rise 1.8% From Johor Rail Link, Study Finds
Cross-border rapid transit expected to boost purchasing power and productivity as commute times collapse between Singapore and Johor Bahru
By Lim Hui Ying · 3 min ·
Asia·Jul 31, 2026
Hong Kong Dental Association Cracks Down on Mainland Chains Operating Illegal Clinics
Growing cross-border dental tourism fuels regulatory concerns as unauthorized consultation booths proliferate in busy commercial districts
By Lim Hui Ying · 3 min ·
Finance·Jul 30, 2026
Sheng Siong Posts 11.7% Profit Growth as New Stores and Better Mix Lift First-Half Performance
Singapore supermarket chain reports S$80.8 million net profit for H1 2026, driven by store expansion and improved gross margins amid competitive regional retail landscape
By Priyanka V. Rao · 3 min ·
Asia·Jul 27, 2026
Hong Kong Trade Body Pivots to Global South Markets
The Trade Development Council is shifting its focus beyond traditional Western partners to help mainland and local firms tap emerging economies across Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 4 min ·
Asia·Jul 17, 2026
Singapore Faces S$290 Million Retail Outflow as Cross-Border Rail Link Opens
New rapid transit connection to Johor Bahru will shift spending patterns across the border while creating opportunities in premium categories
By Lim Hui Ying · 3 min ·