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S-E Asia spots mutated virus strain spreading

The strain has been found in many countries and has become the predominant variant in Europe and the US

2 min read18 Aug 2020
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Drones are transforming palm oil output in S-E Asia

Besides spotting fires, drones are capable of collecting data that can be used to decide if crops have enough water and nutrients, and even to find leakages in irrigation systemsThe farm sector accounted for over a quarter of $2.67 bn in commercial drone sales in 2016

4 min read19 Nov 2019
Politics

India, ASEAN agree to review free trade pact in goods

The two sides also decided to constitute a joint committee for this purpose, according to a statementThis was agreed upon during the meeting between economic ministers of ASEAN and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal in Bangkok on Tuesday

1 min read10 Sep 2019
Companies

SE Asian VCs in fundraising spree

A large proportion of the interest in the region comes from international investorsASEAN-focused venture capital fund-raising hit a record in 2018 with 17 funds securing $0.9 billion

1 min read8 Sep 2019
Companies

Uber to strengthen tech team, expand Indian operations

India has emerged as an important market for Uber, after ceding ground in South-East Asia

2 min read5 Oct 2018
Companies

Mandala plans $300 million fund for India, S-E Asia

The new fund will invest in businesses across India and South-East Asia, unlike the previous two funds that were focused on India

2 min read15 Aug 2018
Politics

India urged to seal trade pact with S-E Asian nations

India, Asean need to double down on course of deal, says Singapore foreign minister

2 min read19 Jul 2018
Politics

Asean dialogue to focus on reviving India’s maritime linkages with South-East Asia

India's past links with the Asean region are seen in the large ethnic Indian communities in countries such as Malaysia and Singapore, besides cultural and religious ties

1 min read13 Jul 2018
Opinion

Real reforms in Malaysia will need bold steps

The transformation in Malaysia is far more complex than a simple narrative of democratic forces defeating a decayed order

4 min read17 May 2018
Mint-lounge

Eating shoots and leaves: The art of travelling as a vegetarian

Survival tips from a seasoned veggie wanderer

9 min read14 Apr 2018
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