Local companies dominate the most trusted brands across the sectors, according to the Ipsos survey.
Philippines pulls Asean card on East Timor over extradition row. Will it work?
Manila is seeking the extradition of Arnolfo Teves Jnr, a former politician, who is facing murder and other charges.
Australia PM calls general election for May 3, amid inflation and housing challenges
The PM’s Labour Party is seeking a second term, but many expect the opposition conservative coalition to pick up seats.
NHS processor fined £3m after ransomware data breach
An IT provider to the NHS has been fined more than £3 million by the UK’s data protection authority, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), after a ransomware attack on the company led to the data of nearly 80,000 people being compromised.
Indonesian fishermen sue US food giant Bumble Bee Seafoods in landmark forced labour case
The human trafficking case highlights the exploitation within the seafood industry, emphasising the need for corporate accountability and systemic reform.
Why the US could lose more ground in Southeast Asia
While the US remains Asean’s biggest investor, its investment in core infrastructure is limited. Meanwhile, China makes its presence felt.
Malaysia tightens chip regulations amid US scrutiny over Nvidia diversions to China
Malaysia is enhancing semiconductor tracking to reassure the US amid investigations into alleged Nvidia chip diversions to China.
How fire safety remediation impacts financial reporting
Data suggests that many developers may not be adequately assessing the extent of remediation works that need to be carried out to meet duties to address fire safety risks associated with cladding.
Malaysia passes legislation in support of carbon capture and storage
New legislation passed today by the Malaysian Senate will boost the country’s carbon capture and storage (CCS) industry as well as support its target of ‘net zero’ emissions by 2050.
From soju to noodles, South Korean food brands are targeted by copycats
If counterfeit products are left unchecked, South Korean food companies could suffer damage to their reputation, analysts say.
