Shifting power projection in the Asia-Pacific?

Listen to article On June 17, 2022, China commissioned its third aircraft carrier, Fujian, named after the southeastern coastal province near Taiwan. The carrier began sea trials in May last year, marking another milestone for President Xi Jinping’s plan …

The month-long Songkran Festival 2025 at Downtown East is back with an inflatable maze, a dunk tank and more

It’s about to get wet and wild at Downtown East with the return of the Songkran Festival. The month-long revelry brings Thailand’s iconic celebration to us at Wild Wild Wet, from March 15 to April 15, 2025, so grab your swimsuits and towels for a splashin’ …

UTOPIA secures QIA funding to back startups in SE Asia, Middle East

UTOPIA Capital Management, an investor in emerging and frontier markets, has secured a multi-million-dollar investment from Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), the sovereign wealth fund of the State of Qatar. QIA’s investment is one of the first from its …

Mistral introduces new AI model for Middle East, South Asia

Sea sentinels: Meet the marine mammals that call South-east Asia’s waters home

SINGAPORE – Many people living in South-east Asia often think they have to venture to Australia, the US or Japan to participate in whale watching tours, but such marine mammals can also be found in the waters in the region. Singapore, too, is home to a few …

How Asia’s mobile-first culture is reshaping workplace communication

“By breaking down information silos and creating direct, unbroken communication channels regardless of department, location, or job level – be it a C-suite executive or storefront employee, organisations will cultivate a culture of inclusivity and …

Increasing preference for snacks over meals in Asia spells diversification opportunities

According to data analytics firm Euromonitor International, busier routines re-emerging post-pandemic have sparked demand for “more convenient nutrition solutions” such as snacking, be it for a satiating meal replacement or a treat during social gatherings …

Sun Life Appoints Asia HR Chief

Toronto-headquartered insurer Sun Life has hired a 20-year veteran as its human resources chief in Asia. Sun Life has appointed Georgina Farrell as chief human resources (HR) officer for Asia, according to a statement, effective May 1. She will also join …

Challenges Asia-based COOs faced implementing edge AI

The edge AI market is poised for substantial growth in Asia by 2025, driven by increasing demand across various sectors, particularly manufacturing, retail, and transport. According to STL Partners, the global edge AI revenue is expected to rise from US$54 …

Bajaj Allianz General Insurance announces the Global Insurance Excellence Awards with Asia Insurance Review

Bajaj Allianz General Insurance, one of the leading private general insurers of India, has announced the Global Insurance Excellence Awards (GIEA), which aims to celebrate and honour the outstanding contributions of general insurance and health insurance …