Money & Finance

EPF is under pressure to divest from fossil fuels amid growing calls for sustainable pension management in Malaysia.

Vietnam’s digital currency pilot signals a major shift toward CBDCs, raising hopes for innovation and greater financial inclusion.

Singapore’s central bank moves to regulate shadow lending networks with tighter rules to protect consumers and stabilize the fintech industry.

The Philippine central bank hikes rates again to combat inflation, raising concerns among small businesses and signaling continued economic tightening.

Laos’ mounting debt forces the country to seek regional bailout assistance, with ASEAN and China stepping in amid growing financial strain.

The Philippines is once again debating charter change. Lawmakers push for economic and political reforms while critics warn of a power grab by entrenched dynasties.

Singapore’s presidential election raises questions about whether the role remains ceremonial or has evolved into a significant power broker in the city-state’s politics.

Facing reduced orders from European buyers, Cambodia’s garment factories are laying off thousands of workers. The industry’s dependence on apparel exports raises alarms about economic resilience.

Singapore’s rise as a family office hub attracts ultra-rich investors—but also triggers regulatory crackdowns and money laundering concerns in 2025.

Malaysia’s oil and gas sector is experiencing a critical labor shortage as brain drain and declining vocational training weaken the country’s energy backbone.