By deepening ties with China while not alienating the US, Vietnam is using its strengths to develop its economy and boost its regional status.
Will Indonesia’s democracy and judiciary retreat further after Widodo’s exit?
The country’s anti-corruption agency and courts weakened under Joko Widodo as he set out to create a family political dynasty.
Malaysia’s ‘China plus one’ gold rush stumbles over a US tariff threat
Job losses and factory closures loom as Washington’s anti-China trade policies risk derailing Malaysia’s economic aspirations.
EU and China to tackle challenges in cross-border transfer of non-personal data
European businesses that have faced increasing challenges and uncertainty in exporting data from China can expect ways to ease the difficulties while complying with complex Chinese data laws, following work to find a solution by both the EU and China.
Drivers of health and social care deal-making highlighted
Recent data and market analysis highlight reasons for optimism for health and social care sector deal-making in the months ahead, an expert has said.
Robust due diligence essential to reducing risks of breaching Russian sanctions
At least 161 companies have voluntarily disclosed that they have breached sanctions since the Russia-Ukraine conflict began in February 2022, according to research by Pinsent Masons.
Kuala Lumpur sinkhole tragedy a wake-up call, but who will take responsibility?
A week into the incident, Malaysian authorities have not explained to the public who is ultimately culpable.
South China Sea: Philippine push on tiny Thitu Island could stoke further tensions with Beijing
Manila plans to boost defence infrastructure on Thitu, home to nearly 400 people, amid Beijing’s claims of possible ‘provocations’.
Dutch competition authority to take action against fake review sellers
The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) will take action against the sale of fake online reviews and has launched investigations into market participants selling them.
Was incursion of Japan airspace a ‘message’ from China over US moves in Indo-Pacific region?
Some experts believe the act is a strategically calculated move to weaken US alliances in the region and a test of Japan’s military responses.