Green EnergyIndonesia
Indonesia eyes new data centre hubs as extra power needs reach 20 GW
The government is promoting Batam, Karimun and Bintan as data centre locations while preparing electricity supplies and rules on local business partnerships.
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- Trade & PolicyIndonesia
Prabowo orders export push and action on business barriers
A presidential task force will address obstacles to Indonesian exports, with manufacturing among the sectors targeted.
- EconomyMalaysia
Malaysia’s gig workers welcome RM160 million welfare package
Budget 2027 measures include maintenance support, insurance and retirement contributions, with higher monthly net earnings expected for drivers and riders.
- MarketsIndonesia
Rupiah gains 0.15% as most Asian currencies rise against US dollar
The South Korean won led regional gains, while the Philippine peso, Thai baht and Malaysian ringgit weakened.
- EV & MobilityMalaysia
GWM launches Wey G9 Hi4 HEV in Malaysia at RM249,800
The seven-seat hybrid MPV needs no external charging and has a claimed WLTP driving range of approximately 718km.
SD Guthrie disputes claims linking subsidiaries to Indonesian fires
The plantation group says inspections found no active fires at its Indonesian estates and that some companies identified as affiliates have no ownership or management links to it.
- Trade & PolicyVietnam
Lang Son proposes automated cargo pilot at China border
Vietnamese officials also sought road improvements at a crossing where trade has fallen more than 90% since mid-August 2026.
- EconomyIndonesia
Fitch warns weaker investor confidence could pressure Indonesia’s debt rating
A possible MSCI market reclassification could weigh on sentiment, though Fitch expects no immediate material credit impact from the consultation announcement.
- FoodThailand
Thai restaurants win French, Indian and Chinese cuisine world titles
Restaurants in Bangkok and Phuket received honours at the 2026 World Culinary Awards, announced in Jamaica on October 14.
- MarketsMalaysia
Malaysian shares edge higher despite weaker market breadth
Declining counters outnumbered gainers 201 to 156, while Apex Securities expected trading to remain range-bound.
