Economy

Southeast Asia’s Digital Economy to Hit $200B in 2022

Google-led study says e-commerce continues to accelerate, but travel and transport will take time to fully recover.

Tags: Economy, Information and communications technology, ASEAN

Understanding Data and AI Regulations in Southeast Asia

While Southeast Asia should leverage on data and artificial intelligence, governments should set up safeguards to ensure these technologies promote human dignity.

Tags: ASEAN, Information and communications technology, Sustainable Development Goals, Economy

The Global Green Economy: Capturing the Opportunity

This report explores how governments, investors, and communities can understand the opportunities promised by green economic strategy and take action to build sustainable prosperity.

Tags: SEADS 2023, Climate change and disaster risk management, Finance, Economy, Environment, Energy

Leveraging Benefits of Regional Economic Integration: The Lao People’s Democratic Republic and the Greater Mekong Subregion

This report shows how the Lao PDR can leverage its regional position to boost trade, increase agriculture, and harness the power of its cities to promote inclusive and equitable growth.

Tags: Lao PDR, Trade and industry, Economy, Urban development, Agriculture and food security

InfraAsia Project Portal: Bridging Infrastructure Projects in Asia

The portal is designed as a virtual marketplace to showcase upcoming infrastructure projects in the region.

Tags: Economy, Sustainable Development Goals, Transportation, Energy, Water, Trade and industry

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

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

Tags: Economy, Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Regional cooperation and integration, Trade and industry