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Indonesia Energy Ministry Names Two Coal-To-Fuel Hub Regions

Indonesia's coal-to-methanol project carries a reported US$2.3 billion cost, with commissioning targeted for 2029 and commercial operations in 2030.

Thank You, Teachers

The most memorable teachers are often those who combine competence with compassion, proving that education is as much about connection as instruction.

A Prelude To Celebrating Teachers

October 5 celebrates teachers around the world while reminding society that their contribution depends on sustained recognition and meaningful support.

Singapore Cruise Centre Officially Opens New Harbourfront Terminal With Integrated Ferry And Cruise Systems

Passenger waiting areas at Singapore Cruise Centre’s new terminal are about 50 per cent larger than before.

Kopi Kenangan Founder And Existing Backers Raise Stakes As Indonesian Coffee Chain Pursues Ongoing Funding Round

Alpha JWC, Tybourne Capital Management and Horizons Ventures have all raised their stakes in Kopi Kenangan. This points to continued conviction among its earliest institutional investors.

Frasers Hospitality Launches Fraser Suites Reserve Luxury Serviced Living Brand With 255-Room Debut At One Bangkok

Backed by Frasers Property, Fraser Suites Reserve adds a luxury tier to a portfolio of over 100 lodging assets.

PTTEP And Valeura Energy Take Final Investment Decision On Bussabong Gas Field In The Gulf Of Thailand

As regional LNG costs draw attention, PTTEP’s Bussabong project adds a domestic gas development to Thailand’s supply pipeline.

Why The Wealthy Build Before They Announce: The Quiet Discipline Behind Real Leverage

Announcement culture rewards intention. Execution culture rewards results.

Yogyakarta Turns Wellness Festival Into Cultural Ecosystem Platform

Indonesia’s cultural wellness ambitions are taking shape through Yogyakarta’s evolving November festival.

Vietnam Stock Market Achieves FTSE Russell Emerging Market Upgrade

A capital markets milestone: Vietnam’s transition from frontier status reshapes its access to global investors.

AirAsia Pulls Back From Long-Haul Ambitions As Fuel Costs Force Group Into Core Southeast Asian Markets

Behind AirAsia’s public pushback on collapse rumors: a fuel-driven quarter, a capacity cut, and a refinancing push.

Agoda Rolls Out AI Assistant Beta From Singapore Base

From idea to booking, Agoda’s new AI tool is designed to keep trip planning within a single app.

Molex Opens Expanded Manufacturing Plant In Hung Yen, Vietnam

Molex’s investment in Thang Long Industrial Park II adds to Vietnam’s growing profile as a high-tech manufacturing base.

TransNusa Opens Direct Bali-Phuket Route, Cutting Southeast Asia’s Premier Island Hop To Four Hours

TransNusa adds another international spoke from Bali, deepening its footprint beyond Singapore and Perth.

TrueMoney And Fireblocks Expand Blockchain Payments Pilot In Thailand

Watch how TrueMoney’s THBT experiment evolves as it approaches its December 2026 pilot deadline.

The Questions PR Must Ask

The future of PR will require stronger partnerships between traditional journalism, brands, and creators without compromising credibility or responsibility.

Who Gets To Call It Lawfare?

Public debate becomes less reliable when political identity determines which investigations are trusted before the underlying facts are fully examined.

Fanny Purna Irianti Joins Raffles Bali As Director Of Sales And Marketing

Fanny Purna Irianti joins Raffles Bali to lead sales, marketing, and partnership development across the resort’s key markets.

Grab Holdings Weighs Majority Stake In Singapore’s Atome Financial In Potential USD2 Billion Deal

Talks between Grab Holdings and Atome Financial remain private, but the reported terms point to a deal worth watching in Southeast Asian fintech.

That Wasn’t The Question

The controversy becomes clearer when each claim is reduced to a simple test: what exactly is being alleged, and what evidence actually answers it?

Hotel Riu Palace Phuket Opens On Mai Khao Beach, Marking RIU’s Thailand Debut

RIU’s Phuket opening arrives alongside a parallel Riu Palace launch in Zanzibar this year.

Indonesia To Strip Consortium Of Control Over Whoosh High-Speed Rail Line

Southeast Asia’s first high-speed rail line is entering a new ownership era.

Unicharm Philippines Highlights Localized Products, Flexible Pricing At “Unicharm Fiesta”

From feminine care to baby and wellness products, Unicharm Philippines is strengthening its presence by tailoring its offerings and communication to local consumer needs.

When Nike Makes Space For A Star

The evolution from athlete to endorser to brand begins when companies start seeking access not only to performance, but to the meaning surrounding the person.

PAGEONE Makes It Five Straight At The Philippine Quill Awards

The 22nd Philippine Quill Awards became another milestone for PAGEONE as it continued to build on a five-year record of industry recognition.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises Deepens Indonesia Growth Strategy Beyond Jakarta

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is betting on Indonesia’s untapped potential, city by city, partner by partner.

Danantara’s USD18.6 Billion Profit Claim Draws Scrutiny Over Missing Financial Statements

Danantara’s fiscal role is growing fast. Its public reporting has yet to catch up.

Thailand Strengthens Vietnam Tourism Ties Through ITE HCMC 2026 Participation

Cross-border tourism cooperation between Thailand and Vietnam advances at ITE HCMC 2026.

Bangshi Commits USD23.45 Million To New Fabric Plant In Vietnam’s Khanh Hoa Province

Khanh Hoa province’s industrial development strategy gets a boost from Bangshi’s high-end fabric manufacturing investment.

Disney Adventure To Call At Langkawi Starting December 2026

South-east Asia’s cruise map grows as Disney Adventure adds Langkawi to its Singapore-based itinerary.

Thailand’s Electronics Sector Tops USD30 Billion In Investment Since 2023

Thailand’s electronics investment story is shifting from manufacturing capacity to frontier technology and specialized talent.

Safety Is A Shared Responsibility

Parents can strengthen connection by taking interest in how children spend their time, who they interact with, and what they experience online.

The Wealthy Sequence: Own The Asset, Not The Appearance

The finish line isn’t the purchase. But rather, it is what becomes of the purchase.

Viettel Commits USD45.3 Million To Preserve Stake In Military Bank Rights Issue

Subscription for Military Bank’s rights offering runs through early September, with Viettel already committed in full.

FBM KLCI To Expand To 50 Constituents In First Overhaul Since 2009

Malaysia’s equity benchmark hasn’t changed its stock count since 2009. That’s about to change.

Ho Chi Minh City Finalizes 50-Year Lease For USD508 Million Evolution DC Hyperscale Data Center

Ho Chi Minh City’s 50-year lease to Evolution DC signals long-term confidence in the region’s cloud computing demand.

Asset World Corp Banks On International Events To Power Thailand Hotel Bookings

Asset World Corp’s second-quarter results show steady growth across both its hospitality and commercial divisions.

Tencent Cloud Launches First Malaysia Cloud Region In Johor

Tencent Cloud did not disclose investment figures for its Johor region, calling the commitment substantial.

Royal Caribbean Extends Navigator Of The Seas As Year-Round Singapore Homeport Through 2027

Royal Caribbean’s largest-ever Australian summer programme pairs with a permanent Singapore homeport for Navigator of the Seas, signaling deeper regional investment.

HD Hyundai Eco Vina Breaks Ground On USD116 Million Tank Plant In Quang Ngai

HD Hyundai Eco Vina is positioning tank manufacturing as a strategic pillar alongside port cranes and industrial modules.

TransNusa Launches Twice-Daily Jakarta-Bangkok Service

As Southeast Asian carriers compete for share on capital-to-capital routes, TransNusa’s twice-daily Jakarta-Bangkok launch stands out for its scale from day one.

Starlink Launches Commercial Satellite Internet Service In Vietnam

Starlink’s Southeast Asia expansion reaches Vietnam, under terms set by Hanoi rather than Musk.

Converge Global Business Empowers Virtual Staffing Solutions With Seamless International And Domestic Connectivity

Converge and VSS turn connectivity into a growth enabler for global operations, collaboration, and client service.

Inside ITE HCMC 2026’s 20th Anniversary Edition

Twenty years in, ITE HCMC keeps growing: this year’s edition is its biggest exhibitor and buyer turnout to date.

EnQuest Shareholders Approve USD833 Million Malaysia Oil And Gas Acquisitions

Malaysia’s upstream sector draws fresh foreign capital as EnQuest advances its Petronas Carigali acquisition.

Indonesia Launches First Gold ETFs, Opening New Bullion-Backed Investment Channel On IDX

Indonesia bridges commodities and capital markets with its first gold ETF launch.

Indonesia Prepares Dedicated Visa Category For Foreign Content Creators

Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs is reviewing the C5A proposal before any further approval.

The Skills Mismatch And The Widening AI Divide

The so-called train-and-lose cycle reveals the cost of companies repeatedly teaching graduates foundational skills that education could provide earlier.

The Negotiation Gap: Why Wealth Accumulates Around Those Who Question The First Number

Wealth doesn’t always come from earning more. Sometimes it comes from asking more.

IHG Hotels & Resorts Signs Kimpton Phang-Nga Natai Beach In Thailand

Natai Beach, a 30-minute drive from Phuket International Airport, becomes Kimpton’s newest address in Southeast Asia.