EV & MobilityThailand
Bangkok rail fare proposal would cap trips at ฿45
The Transport Ministry will seek Cabinet approval on 26 October for the scheme, scheduled to start on 1 January 2027.
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- Trade & PolicyIndonesia
Indonesia seeks vocational training role for special economic zones
Manpower Minister Yassierli proposed bringing national apprenticeship and vocational programmes into the zones to help develop skilled workers.
Indonesia passes seven-gold target at Asian Para Games
Boccia delivered the delegation’s eighth gold, with Felix Ardi Yudha defeating Thailand’s Phakphum Linchum 5-3.
- EconomyIndonesia
Indonesia’s 2026 current account deficit forecast at 1.6–2.4% of GDP
The second-quarter current account deficit widened to US$12.5 billion, while the balance-of-payments deficit narrowed.
- Business & CompaniesIndonesia
Indonesia suspends six more forestry permits after Central Kalimantan fires
The six firms hold 201,391 hectares of concessions, including 7,531 hectares affected by fire, and have been ordered to restore damaged areas.
- Business & CompaniesIndonesia
Solusi Sinergi Digital appoints Fadel Muhammad and Shannedy Ong to top posts
Fadel succeeds Hashim Djojohadikusumo as president commissioner, while Ong moves up from director and chief commercial officer.
- Trade & PolicyIndonesia
Indonesia’s Rp69.1 trillion special economic zone target still achievable, minister says
Investment reached Rp46 trillion in January–September 2026, or 67 per cent of the annual target, while businesses reported obstacles to expansion.
- EV & MobilityMalaysia
Gentari and BYD Malaysia to assess flash charging deployment
The partnership will examine charging sites and electricity needs, alongside opportunities in renewable energy and storage.
- Business & CompaniesMalaysia
CapitaLand Malaysia Trust posts RM47.02 million quarterly profit
Revenue reached RM126.54 million as rental increases and contributions from industrial and logistics acquisitions supported earnings.
- MarketsIndonesia
Prabowo accuses MSCI of intimidation over Indonesia downgrade warning
The index provider said its decisions follow transparent rules after warning that Indonesian equities could be moved to standalone market status.
