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Asia's Open Finance Ambitions Demand Interoperability, Smarter Regulation, and Human-Centred Design
THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026
From BIS cross-border pilots to TikTok-embedded loans, panellists argue that Asia’s financial future hinges on connecting fragmented silos into a unified trust framework
Asian Regulators Shift From Watchdog to Co-Creator at Money20/20
THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026
Policymakers and central bankers across Asia have pledged a collaborative approach to governing artificial intelligence and digital finance, marking a decisive shift away from traditional rule-setting
Malaysia Crowned Southeast Asia’s Top Emerging Market for Investment
FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 2026
Malaysia hits 23rd globally in the 2026 Global Opportunity Index, outperforming regional peers through institutional strength and financial excellence
Thailand's Growth Stalls as Energy Shock and Trade Uncertainty Grip the Region, World Bank Warns
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 08, 2026
Thailand is among the most exposed economies in East Asia and the Pacific, the World Bank says, as compounding external shocks test the resilience of an export-dependent region — though a rebound is forecast for 2027
Bangkok named 8th best city in the world for 2026 by Time Out; Chiang Mai also makes Asia’s top 10
FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2026
Time Out has ranked Bangkok 8th best city globally for 2026 and second in Asia, while Chiang Mai placed 32nd worldwide and ninth in Asia—giving Thailand two cities on the list.
Thailand: From ‘Economic Tiger’ to the ‘Sick Man of Asia’
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 04, 2026
As manufacturing stalls and household debt nears 90% of GDP, Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy faces a structural crisis and political instability
Phiphat backs ‘Disneyland Thailand’ bid with embassy support
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 03, 2026
Deputy PM Phiphat says Thailand’s Washington embassy is backing a bid for Southeast Asia’s first Disneyland, pitching the EEC as an entertainment hub
Asia factory activity firms on AI-driven export orders
FRIDAY, JANUARY 02, 2026
Asia’s manufacturing ended 2025 stronger as export orders improved on AI hardware demand, with Taiwan and South Korea PMIs back in expansion
U.S. e-waste wreaks havoc on Southeast Asia’s environment, report finds
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025
U.S. exports millions of tons of electronic waste to Southeast Asia, worsening environmental damage and public health, says Basel Action Network
Bangkok named Asia’s best holiday destination for 2025
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025
Bangkok has been ranked Asia’s best holiday destination in 2025 by Smart Travel Asia, praised for its vibrant 24-hour culture, cuisine, shopping, and hospitality.
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