Regional cooperation and integration

MoU between Brunei Darussalam and Sarawak on energy cooperation

Sarawak Seals Partnerships with Brunei Darussalam, ADB at Renewable Energy Forum

September 11, 2025

The Malaysian state is strengthening its position as a renewable energy hub through strategic partnerships.

Southeast Asia Leads Regional Integration in Asia as Subregional Programs Become More Integrated—ADB

July 03, 2025

Robust trade networks, solid financial linkages, and substantial movement of people across Asia credited for Southeast Asia's lead in regional integration.

Sapangar Bay Container Port in Sabah. Photo credit: iStock/yusnizam.

Riding the Rising Tide: BIMP-EAGA Readies for Growth Surge Despite Headwinds

June 13, 2025

Over the last 30 years, BIMP-EAGA has shown its ability to endure and adapt. It has sailed through the ebb and flow of economic changes and policy shifts.

The 16th BIMP-EAGA Summit was held on 27 May 2025 in Kuala Lumpur. Photo courtesy of Malaysia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

BIMP-EAGA Makes Strategic Pivot to Accelerate Growth

May 28, 2025

As it enters a new decade of cooperation, BIMP-EAGA looks back on its achievements and prepares to take on new challenges and opportunities.

Joint Statement from the 16th BIMP-EAGA Summit

16th BIMP-EAGA Summit Joint Statement image.

Leaders of Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines issued a joint statement at the 16th BIMP-EAGA Summit held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 27 May 2025.

BIMP-EAGA: Enhanced Connectivity, Stronger Economies

May 13, 2025

Increased connectivity has made it easier to travel within and outside the subregion, improved the flow of goods, and created a conducive business climate.

Regional Training on Project Management in Bangkok, May 2025

Honing Project Management Skills to Achieve Development Goals

May 12, 2025

A 5-day regional training program designed for BIMP-EAGA, IMT-GT, and GMS officials focused on aligning projects with strategies.

BIMP-EAGA Strategic Planning Meeting 2025

Strategic Planning for Growth: BIMP-EAGA Prepares Post-2025 Agenda

March 19, 2025

More than 300 delegates gathered in Cagayan de Oro City for the annual planning meeting.

Technicians and workers assemble electronic products in one of the factories inside the Savan Park Special Economic Zone in Savannakhet. Photo credit: ADB.

ASEAN’s Share in Global FDI Expands to 17% at $230 billion in 2023

October 23, 2024

Southeast Asia remains the top destination for foreign direct investments among developing regions.

Special Economic Zones for Shared Prosperity: Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area

November 21, 2022

This publication explores how Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines can bolster cooperation in their special economic zones (SEZ) to spur sustainable growth.