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Tuesday 6 May 2025

Japanese companies significantly boost investment in India following 'Make in India' and PLI schemes

According to a report by Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun, the number of Japanese companies investing in India has shown significant growth over the past decade, particularly following key government initiatives aimed at boosting local manufacturing

Research insights: bilateral gaps emerge as Vietnam treads carefully after Trump tariff order

Monday 1 September 2025

Indonesia establishes Mineral Industry Agency to control critical minerals

Friday 29 August 2025

Tex Year Industries to adjust production across Asia and Americas amid geopolitical pressures

Friday 29 August 2025

BYD breaks through tariff restrictions, shipping over 900 EVs from Thailand plant to Europe

Friday 29 August 2025

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Thursday 28 August 2025

Youngwoo DSP secures display equipment contract with Samsung Display Vietnam

South Korean display inspection equipment company Youngwoo DSP has signed a supply contract with Samsung Display Vietnam (SDV) valued at KRW17.9 billion (approx. US$13.2 million). This contract accounts for roughly 30.3% of Youngwoo DSP's forecasted revenue for the year 2024, according to reports from Korean media outlets Hankyung and EBN

Wednesday 27 August 2025

BYD to open first Malaysian electric vehicle assembly plant in Tanjong Malim

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD Auto plans to establish its inaugural assembly plant in Malaysia, situated in Tanjong Malim, Perak. The facility is slated to begin operations in the latter half of 2026, though details on production capacity and investment size remain undisclosed

Wednesday 27 August 2025

VinGroup's VinMotion debuts humanoid robots to support EV factory automation in Vietnam

Vietnamese leaders recently observed humanoid robot performances by VinMotion, a subsidiary of Vingroup, signaling the country's growing interest in robotics for industrial applications. The robots are poised to assist in electric vehicle factories, highlighting a shift toward automation in Vietnam's manufacturing sector

Tuesday 26 August 2025

China's Luxshare delivers strong 1H, forecasts 20–25% profit jump in 3Q

Luxshare Precision Industry Co. delivered robust first-half 2025 results, underscoring resilience from a consumer electronics recovery and its expanding diversification strategy. The Apple supplier booked revenue of CNY124.5 billion (US$17.41 billion), up 20.2% year-over-year, while net profit climbed 23.1% to CNY6.64 billion. Gross margin rose to 11.6%, up 0.4 percentage points, reflecting a stronger product mix and tighter cost discipline

Tuesday 26 August 2025

Malaysia advances IC design ambitions with launch of MARS1000 edge AI chip

Malaysia has launched its first locally designed edge AI processor, the MARS1000, developed by SkyeChip Sdn Bhd. Unveiled at the Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association Merdeka Dinner 2025, the 7nm chip is designed for autonomous robotics, smart cities, industrial automation, and AI learning, marking a significant step in the country's semiconductor ambitions

Monday 25 August 2025

South Korea's AI fix to its tariff disrupted ASEAN playbook

The US tariff policies have disrupted global supply chains, hitting South Korea not only by imposing a 15% reciprocal tariff but also by impacting the ASEAN countries where South Korea has actively invested. Moving forward, South Korea must proactively develop an ASEAN strategy and seize opportunities in the artificial intelligence (AI) market

Monday 25 August 2025

Taiwan's Data Image to mass-produce large ship displays at Vietnam plant 1Q26

For Taiwan's display solutions provider Data Image, 2025 will be a fruitful and pivotal year. The company is shifting its focus from primarily touch panel products to more advanced display system solutions, with particular emphasis on large professional ship displays, according to CEO Phil Yu

Saturday 23 August 2025

JPP Holding rides supply chain shift into AI and aerospace growth

JPP Holding Company, a precision components manufacturer, said on Wednesday that it expects continued strong order visibility for the second half of 2025, supported by the gradual ramp-up of its new facilities and automated production lines. These investments will enable the company to expand its portfolio of higher-margin, value-added products

Friday 22 August 2025

AI server demand powers Getac’s revenue upgrade

AI servers are in high demand. Getac Holdings' subsidiary, Atemitech, began setting up production capacity for AI server chassis and racks at the end of 2024 and has started shipments this year. Getac chairman James Hwang noted that the company had not previously produced server chassis due to limited demand. But it now expects significantly higher demand by 2026. Originally forecasting a year-on-year revenue growth of 8–12% for its mechanical parts business, Getac has now raised this outlook to 12–20%

Friday 22 August 2025

AUO subsidiaries present smart manufacturing and carbon management tools

Two subsidiaries of AUO Corporation—AUO Digitech and AUO Envirotech—are set to showcase a suite of AI-powered sustainability technologies at Automation Taipei 2025. Under the theme of data empowering sustainability, the companies will present integrated solutions spanning AIoT, energy management, carbon monitoring, and smart manufacturing, aiming to offer end-to-end digital transformation and decarbonization for the industrial sector

Thursday 21 August 2025

Yulon Finance stabilizes core business momentum with 75.3% annual revenue growth in Southeast Asia for 1H25

Yulon Finance, a car finance firm of the Yulon Group, held its online earnings call for the second quarter of 2025 on August 20. The company summarized its second-quarter 2025 operating results around three main pillars: risk control optimization, performance stabilization, and new business expansion. Through proactive strategic adjustments, these core areas have not only generated stable revenue but also laid a solid foundation for future growth

Thursday 21 August 2025

Chinese AI startup Butterfly Effect moves HQ to Singapore as its AI agent Manus surges to US$90M run rate

China's AI startup Butterfly Effect has revealed financial results for the first time, projecting an annualized revenue run rate of US$90 million, largely fueled by its flagship AI agent service Manus

Wednesday 20 August 2025

VinFast restructures with transfer of Novatech shares worth US$1.6 billion to founder

On August 14, 2025, VinFast Auto announced a restructuring plan that will spin off certain research and development assets into a newly formed entity and subsequently transfer ownership to founder and CEO Pham Nhat Vuong. The move underscores the founder's role in supporting the company's long-term growth strategy as VinFast continues to refine its capital and operational structure

Wednesday 20 August 2025

Vietnam urges Qualcomm to deepen investments as the country nurtures IC design capabilities

Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called on US semiconductor giant Qualcomm to expand its investments in the country, particularly in core technology areas within the semiconductor value chain. The appeal was made during a meeting with Qualcomm President and CEO Cristiano Amon in Hanoi on August 12, 2025, according to The Investor

Tuesday 19 August 2025

Prime Minister of Singapore highlights employment as economic focus amidst AI advancements

At the National Day rally in Singapore, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong underscored that the country's top economic priority is "employment," highlighting efforts to enhance citizens' skills amid the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). The government aims to ensure Singaporeans remain central to its workforce strategies

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