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Keppel Container Terminal in Singapore. Photo credit: ADB.

Southeast Asia Seen to Grow Faster than the PRC in Next 10 Years

August 26, 2024

Viet Nam and the Philippines will drive the region's growth with each expected to exceed 6%, while Indonesia comes close at 5.7%
A worker walks across a field of floating solar panels in a solar farm in Sarawak.

Sarawak Energy Set to Commission Largest Floating Solar Farm in Malaysia

June 28, 2024

The state-owned company eyes second phase with 160 megawatts capacity.
A bird's eye view rendering of Nusantara.

Nusantara to Ensure SDGs Integrated into All Aspects of Development

March 14, 2024

Body overseeing the new capital's development has launched a report that would serve as a baseline in tracking the city’s SDG commitments.
Students looking at their mobile phones while at school in Mindanao.

Enhancing Digital Connectivity in Remote Areas in Mindanao

March 12, 2024

The loan will support the construction and operation of 800 shared telecommunication towers to help expand digital connectivity for underserved communities.
A clownfish swimming through corals in Philippine waters.

How an Innovative Insurance Product Can Protect Coral Reefs

February 06, 2024

With parametric insurance, payouts can be made immediately after a typhoon, making it an effective tool to fund the rapid emergency restoration of coral reefs post damage.
A rendering of Nusantara.

8 Things to Know about Nusantara’s Net-Zero Strategy

January 26, 2024

The capital is the first city in Indonesia to have a roadmap to achieve net zero by 2045.
Community members helping to bring in a fishing haul from the shore.

Ocean-Based Climate Action Can Bring Indonesia Closer to Net Zero

January 18, 2024

Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Maluku, and Papua have untapped ocean resources that could help the country meet and raise its climate ambition.
Warehouse distribution and logistics hub. Photo credit: iStock/Kamonchai Mattakulphon.

Investors Favor Southeast Asia as Economic Landscape Changes

January 10, 2024

Foreign direct investment flows to the region hit a record $224 billion in 2022.
Green hydrogen. Photo credit: iStock/Petmal.

Sarawak to Export Green Hydrogen by 2030

December 21, 2023

In partnership with Japanese companies, Sarawak's SEDC Energy will develop a clean hydrogen supply chain with production facilities in the coastal town of Bintulu.