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ASEAN’s Digital Economy to Top $300 Billion

December 18, 2025

The 10th edition of the Google, Temasek, and Bain report expands coverage from six to 10 Southeast Asian markets.
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Warehouse distribution and logistics hub. Photo credit: iStock/Kamonchai Mattakulphon.

Investors Favor Southeast Asia as Economic Landscape Changes

January 10, 2024

Foreign direct investment flows to the region hit a record $224 billion in 2022.
Green hydrogen. Photo credit: iStock/Petmal.

Sarawak to Export Green Hydrogen by 2030

December 21, 2023

In partnership with Japanese companies, Sarawak's SEDC Energy will develop a clean hydrogen supply chain with production facilities in the coastal town of Bintulu.
 Aerial drone photo of Kuala Lumpur. Photo credit: iStock/Alexpunker.

The Rise of Islamic Finance Hubs: Opportunities for BIMP-EAGA

December 20, 2023

The subregion is well positioned to cater to the growing global appetite for Shari’ah-compliant financing.
Port of Hai Phong in Viet Nam. Photo credit: ADB.

Southeast Asia’s Growth Slows on Weak External Demand

December 19, 2023

Low demand for manufacturing exports affected particularly the more open, bigger, and trade-oriented economies.
A view of the Bakun dam

Sarawak Energy to Issue Renewable Energy Certificates to be Traded on Malaysia’s Carbon Exchange

December 14, 2023

The move will help ensure there is a credible mechanism for tracking renewable energy consumption and in supporting the shift to a low-carbon economy.
    From left to right:  ADB Director General for Southeast Asia Winfried Wicklein, Nusantara Capital Authority Chairman Bambang Susantono, Nusantara Capital Authority Deputy of Environment and Natural Resources Myrna Safitri, and ADB Director General for Climate Change and Sustainable Development Bruno Carrasco.

Nusantara Net-Zero Strategy Launched at COP28 in Dubai

December 11, 2023

The move entails massive reforestation, eschewing fossil fuel, shifting to the circular economy, and opting for climate-friendly agriculture practices.
A woman taking photos with birds flying in the background.

Birdwatching Can Be a Lucrative Niche Market for Tourism in BIMP-EAGA

December 07, 2023

Birdwatchers tend to be well-educated and wealthy, making them an attractive target market.
Refueling an aircraft. Photo credit: iStock/aapsky

Southeast Asia Poised to Become a Key Supplier of Sustainable Aviation Fuel

December 01, 2023

Rich in feedstock, the region can become an important source of biofuel, which is currently in short supply.
Regional Project Management Workshop organized by ADB in Bangkok, Thailand. Photo credit: ADB.

Enhancing Project Skills for Effective Development Cooperation

November 27, 2023

A workshop in Bangkok, Thailand provides project management training to public officials and specialists from ministries or departments involved in subregional projects.
Power-generating wind turbines can be seen at Bangui Bay, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Photo credit: ADB.

Southeast Asia Is Building Back Bluer

November 22, 2023

A joint BIMP-EAGA and IMT-GT workshop lays the groundwork for the sustainable use of ocean and coastal resources in the region.