Timor-Leste and Indonesia sign bilateral investment pact
The agreement sets out investment protections and measures to improve transparency, simplify procedures and resolve potential disputes.
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Pan Pacific advances 10 hotel projects as regional travel demand recovers
The Singapore-based group expects its third-quarter recovery to continue into the final quarter, with affluent Asian travellers choosing destinations closer to home.
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Cambodian business leader urges push for free trade deal with Turkiye
The Cambodia Chamber of Commerce signed a cooperation agreement with its Turkish counterpart as the two countries seek US$1 billion in bilateral trade.
Citi’s ASEAN investment banking revenue climbs 35 per cent
The bank expects record client activity in Southeast Asia in 2026, supported by more M&A deals and financing related to artificial intelligence.
Laos and Singapore agree to deepen trade, investment and energy ties
Singapore is Laos’ ninth-largest source of foreign direct investment, with investment totalling US$409 million.
JDT stay unbeaten with 3-0 victory against Terengganu
Brunei DPMM FC also won, coming from behind to defeat Kuching City 3-2 after the visitors were reduced to 10 men.
Indonesia promotes ASEAN tariff benefits to help exporters reach new markets
A Trade Ministry official identified pharmaceuticals, seafood and processed food as products with export opportunities across Asia and the Pacific.
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Laos records 107 per cent jump in fully electric vehicle imports
Authorities are preparing changes to pricing, finance and charging provision as they pursue an electric fleet share of at least 30 per cent by 2030.
Vietnam seeks global top-20 talent ranking with recruitment policy changes
Conclusion No. 105 proposes annual state spending of about 0.1 per cent of GDP on talent initiatives, alongside changes to incentives for skilled professionals.
Laos and Thailand seek progress on trade and border cooperation
Sonexay Siphandone called for practical outcomes as the two countries prepared for a bilateral commission meeting in Luang Prabang on October 2.
