11 May 2026 The Silver Lining in the Demographic Deficit Donghyun Park|Kwanho Shin Policymakers have sought to mitigate the negative effects of aging by addressing labour shortages. A better way would be to look at total factor productivity Ageing Population Economic Planning Economy
4 May 2026 How ASEAN Can Reduce Its Heavy Dependence on Imported Agricultural Inputs Paul Teng ASEAN should enhance efficiency of fertiliser application, increase local fertiliser production, and fortify policies on pesticides and seeds. Agriculture ASEAN Economy
17 Apr 2026 The Iran War Shows Why Indonesia Must Accelerate Its Energy Transition Peh Ko Hsu|Siwage Dharma Negara Indonesia seeks to shield society from inflation while managing the fiscal deficit. The immediate policy responses must not detract from the country’s paramount transition toward renewable energy. Economy Energy Indonesia Renewable Energy
15 Apr 2026 Passage Through Hormuz in a Time of War and Peace Nilufer Oral Many legal experts have used the aegis of international law to challenge Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The reality, however, is that the application of international law to the situation is more nuanced. ASEAN Economy Energy Law US
10 Apr 2026 The State of Southeast Asia 2026 Survey Amid the Geostrategic Uncertainties, Firms Need the Reassurance of Business Continuity Kristina Fong Siew Leng Businesses today especially value stability and deeper economic integration to mitigate risk, and are more worried about growing US economic influence, as reflected in private sector responses to the State of Southeast Asia 2026 Survey. Economy State of Southeast Asia Survey Trade
26 Mar 2026 Malaysia’s Oil Shock Absorption: Adding Agility to the Subsidy Regime Lee Hwok-Aun As global oil prices seesaw in the wake of war, Malaysia’s government has a chance to think ahead and reduce any potential sharp swings. Economy Malaysia Malaysian Economy Malaysian Politics
17 Mar 2026 From Speculation to Disclosure: Steering Crypto to Create Value in Southeast Asia David Lam Requiring disclosures is an essential step for building integrity and unlocking the potential of blockchain technology. ASEAN Cryptocurrency Economy
12 Jan 2026 From Megatrends to Action: Rethinking Industrial Policy in Southeast Asia Marco Kamiya A UNIDO report provides key insights into how forward-looking industrial policies can help countries go down a clean and just industrialisation pathway. Southeast Asia has a vital role here. Economic Development Economy Southeast Asia
26 Dec 2025 2025 Top 10 Southeast Asia’s Economic Performance in 2024 and Outlook for 2025: Navigating Rising Risks Jayant Menon The region is finally showing clear signs of recovery from the multi-year pandemic but 2025 portends more serious headwinds against which regional governments and businesses will have to steer. 2025 Top 10 Economy Southeast Asia Trade
12 Dec 2025 Economic Gravity: The Rise of Asian Cities’ Powerhouses Marco Kamiya Urbanisation in Southeast Asia is now one of the region’s most powerful yet under-recognised industrial policy tools. Urban planners and economists need to work together to unlock the potential of the region’s cities. Economy Indonesia Malaysia Singapore Southeast Asia Thailand Vietnam
