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Asean 4.0
Asia focus, Anchalee Kongrut, Published on 25/09/2017
» The world is in the midst of a digital transformation, and so is the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean). The region of 630 million people has become a strategic battleground for the digital economy, in which established tech giants and startups alike are trying to seize market opportunities.
Sports and sensibility
Asia focus, Anchalee Kongrut, Published on 28/08/2017
» Malaysia, the host of the 29th SEA Games, appears well on its way to getting what it wants most -- a huge trove of medals to top the table. However, it remains to be seen whether the expressed wish of the organisers -- to create unity and promote integration -- will be met.
Is Asean ready to adapt?
Asia focus, Anchalee Kongrut, Published on 21/08/2017
» Southeast Asian countries could face intense impacts from climate change that would limit the potential of the Asean Economic Community (AEC), where agriculture still accounts for more than 10% of gross domestic product.