We are pessimistic about the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High Speed Rail due to lack of public funding. Strong investor interest and demand support the project, but we do not include it in our Malaysia rail infrastructure forecast. Key View We hold a negative view on the realisation of the proposed Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High Speed Rail line, […]
Policymakers in APAC will introduce measures to promote generic drug uptake, driving cost savings. Efforts to enhance access to generic drugs will take time, with a competitive market in the region. Key View Policymakers will continue to introduce supportive measures to promote generic drug uptake in the APAC region to drive cost savings. Governments across […]
Singapore’s Ministry of Communications and Information is developing a Digital Infrastructure Act to enhance security and resilience of the country’s digital infrastructure, addressing a broader range of risks. Key View Singapore’s Ministry of Communications and Information unveiled that an expert committee is developing a Digital Infrastructure Act to fortify the resilience and security of Singapore’s […]
South Korea’s trade deficit with China in 2023, the first in 30 years, reflects a shift in their trade relationship. China is less reliant on South Korean exports. Key View South Korea’s 2023 trade deficit with Mainland China, the first in 30 years, marks a historic shift in its trade relationship with its largest trading […]
In March 2024, global pharmaceutical companies are forming strategic partnerships with Indian firms to expand their market presence in India. This trend is expected to continue, benefiting patients and driving growth in the pharmaceutical market. The Latest: Across March 2024, the landscape of India’s pharmaceutical sector has witnessed a notable shift as numerous global pharmaceutical […]
Viettel and Singtel are partnering to deploy a subsea cable connecting Vietnam and Singapore, enhancing Vietnam’s bandwidth capacity. This will support the country’s goal of becoming a data center hub. Vietnam is expected to see significant growth in cloud computing spending, with the new cable likely to attract international investment in data centers. Latest Development: Viettel […]
On February 21, 2024, Aleph Farms partnered with BBGI and Fermbox Bio to establish Thailand’s first cellular agriculture plant for cultivated meat production, marking a significant step in advancing synthetic biology. The Latest: On February 21 2024, the Israel-based cultivated proteins company Aleph Farms announced a partnership with Thailand-based bio-based products manufacturer BBGI and India-based […]
Pfizer partners with NIPER Ahmedabad to support healthcare startups in India, enhancing innovation in the pharmaceutical sector. This collaboration aims to boost India’s pharmaceutical market growth and support startups in product development. The Latest: On February 26 2024, Pfizer took a significant step to foster innovation in India’s burgeoning startup ecosystem, particularly in the healthcare […]