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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'...
Tuesday 19 August 2025
AMD opens new office and engineering lab in Penang
AMD recently inaugurated a new office and engineering lab facility in Bayan Lepas, marking a major expansion of its global business services and engineering operations in Malaysia.
Tuesday 19 August 2025
Vietnam fosters dynamic business environment with visa exemptions for top entrepreneurs and scientists
The Vietnamese government has introduced a visa exemption program targeting elite individuals who can contribute to the country's economic and social development. The initiative aims...
Sunday 17 August 2025
Indonesia shifts lithium imports to Australia, expands EV battery partnerships with China
Indonesia is increasing lithium imports from Australia to boost its electric vehicle (EV) battery supply and advance its EV development goals. The government is also encouraging industry...
Friday 15 August 2025
Taiwanese firms secure M9-grade CCL certifications as ASIC server demand surges
In response to the global surge in large-scale AI computing power deployment, the usage and value of PCBs for AI servers have significantly increased. High-end copper-clad laminate...
Friday 15 August 2025
UMT’s bet on LEO satellites pays off as the segment surpasses 50% of revenue

Despite foreign exchange headwinds and delayed shipments in the second quarter, Universal Microwave Technology (UMT) is doubling down...

Thursday 14 August 2025
South Korea-Vietnam summit sees Hyundai, SK, and LG boost investment momentum
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and Vietnamese Communist Party General Secretary To Lam recently met in Seoul to strengthen economic ties, aiming to boost trade and investment...
Tuesday 12 August 2025
Taiwan's Univacco hits record 1H25 margin, expands to Vietnam to bypass tariffs
Taiwan's Univacco Technology posted a record gross margin of 41.61% in the second quarter of 2025, pushing its first-half margin to a historic high of 41.06%. The company attributed...
Tuesday 12 August 2025
Apple bets on automation to maintain supply chain consistency across borders
Apple has obtained a broad exemption from US import tariffs on its products, a move that has triggered industry-wide speculation about whether this could slow the company's efforts...
Thursday 7 August 2025
Malaysia commits over US$240 billion in US investments to ease tariffs
Malaysia has agreed to invest more than US$240 billion in the US as part of negotiations aimed at reducing tariffs imposed on Malaysian goods from 25% to 19%. The details were disclosed...
Thursday 7 August 2025
HDRE partners with TTE to tap into SEA's solar PV market
Smart energy brand HD Renewable Energy's (HDRE) business footprint covers Taiwan, Japan, Australia, and the Philippines, with an overseas total target capacity reaching 6GW. As the...
Wednesday 6 August 2025
Johor approves 42 data center projects in 2Q25 to cement regional tech hub status
According to The Edge Malaysia, Johor approved 42 data center construction projects in the second quarter of 2025, reinforcing its position as Malaysia's leading destination...
Monday 4 August 2025
Ventec to launch Thailand factory in 2026 to serve US, Asia auto and aerospace markets
Ventec International Group, a specialty manufacturer of copper-clad laminates (CCLs), has commenced construction of a new manufacturing facility in Thailand as part of its broader...
Monday 4 August 2025
VinFast launches production in India with US$500 million Tamil Nadu plant
Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast has officially commenced production at its new manufacturing facility in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. The US$500 million plant represents...
Monday 4 August 2025
Tariff relief? Taiwan's lens makers are watching something else
Taiwan's optics sector is cautiously optimistic after temporary tariffs were announced, with most firms saying current rates align with expectations. Ability Opto-Electronics Technology...