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New transport links bring buyers to farms in Cambodia’s O’Soam
Community networks are helping growers reach urban markets, while border fighting has weighed on tourism, local representatives say.
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- Banking & FintechMore ASEAN
Cambodia approves farm finance scheme targeting over US$30 million in lending
Backed by US$3 million from the Joint SDG Fund, AGRIFIN aims to help 7,000 farmers, with women accounting for at least half.
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Laos lawmakers seek faster road works and tighter checks on heavy vehicles
National Road 12 is about 30 per cent complete, while three weighbridges in Khammuan province are reportedly out of service.
Laos and Vietnam agree on infrastructure and digital cooperation
The governments signed 11 documents in Vientiane, including agreements on a border road, a university and cybersecurity.
Islamic finance holds 48 per cent share of Malaysia’s financial assets
The sector is expected to exceed 50 per cent within the next few years, while social financing programmes are expanding support for microentrepreneurs.
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Cambodia puts small businesses and farm processing at centre of growth push
A new strategy targets financing, skills and productivity for smaller firms as the World Bank lowers its 2026 growth forecast to 3.5 per cent.
Lao and Vietnamese groups sign pact for property and farming projects
Nearly US$30 million is planned for the two developments in Laos, with implementation scheduled for 2026.
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Southeast Asian users report greater trust in AI assistants
The 2026 e-Conomy SEA report also found that 80% of online sellers intend to increase their use of AI over the next 12 months.
Vietnam to stage ASEAN U23 Championship for first time in 2027
The tournament is scheduled for July, ahead of the 34th Southeast Asian Games in Malaysia in September 2027.
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Cambodian Vishnu bronze goes on display in San Francisco
The 1,000-year-old sculpture is on loan from Cambodia’s national museum for an exhibition running until January 25.
