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BIMP-EAGA

BIMP-EAGA

The Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area, or BIMP-EAGA, is a cooperation initiative established in 1994 to spur development in remote and less developed areas in the four participating Southeast Asian countries.

The Philippines carried out an ambitious program of delivering cash assistance to 18 million vulnerable households during the pandemic. Photo credit: ADB.
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How COVID-19 Cash Grants Reached the Poor in the Philippines

A case study examines how an ambitious program of delivering cash assistance to 18 million households was carried out.
Countries in Southeast Asia are stepping up the rollout of 5G infrastructure to support the growth of the digital economy. Photo credit: iStock/Kinwun.
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ASEAN’s Share in Global FDI Growing Despite COVID-19

Foreign investments in the digital economy, including Industry 4.0 technologies, and infrastructure remain strong.
A startup should be nimble and be able to pivot when needed. Photo credit: iStock/ismagilov.
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3 Essential Tips on Starting a Business during a Pandemic

Solve pain points, pivot, and prepare to fail, advised up-and-coming entrepreneurs.
Before the COVID-19 outbreak, the travel and tourism industry in Southeast Asia enjoyed brisk business.
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5 Key Initiatives to Safely Reopen Borders in ASEAN

High on the agenda are the drafting of a travel corridor arrangement framework, digital tools for seamless travel, and common guidelines on hygiene and safety.
Students in Lake Sebu in South Cotabato in Mindanao surfing the internet using satellite connection. Phot credit: Ateneo de Davao University/Rogel Mari Sese.
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Satellite Internet Offers a Quick Solution to Bridge Connectivity Gap in Mindanao

Pilot project shows installation takes just half a day or a day at the most.
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What ASEAN Needs to Do to Create More Green Jobs

Countries urged to come up with a common definition, assess health and safety hotspots, and replicate mechanisms to foster coordination, among others.
Mechatronics students in Indonesia work on their soccer-bots. Photo credit: ADB.
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A 4IR-Ready Workforce May Be the Key to Faster Business Recovery

Research in Southeast Asia shows large potential returns to businesses arising from productivity increases, creating 169 million jobs by 2030.
The regional action plan complements existing country actions, such as efforts to clean up and rehabilitate waterways, which lead to the ocean. Photo credit: ADB.
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Southeast Asia Takes Action against Plastic Pollution

ASEAN has adopted a regional action plan to reduce marine plastic debris.
E-commerce transactions in Southeast Asia surged in 2020 as an increasing number of consumers and businesses move to contactless, digital platforms in response to COVID-19. Photo credit: iStock/ipopba.
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Southeast Asia Prepares Shift to Digital Payments

Countries are upgrading payment systems and updating regulatory frameworks to promote financial innovation and improve security.
An ASEAN report says startups have the potential to drive innovation, create jobs, and spur economic growth, but they are also usually “high-risk.” Photo credit: iStock/imtmphoto.
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Hunting for a Unicorn Startup in BIMP-EAGA

Helping startups flourish requires not just a host of measures but a change in mindset.