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During a three-day summit in Jakarta, Southeast Asian heads of state agreed to a sweeping digital trade pact and supply chain resilience initiative, signaling a unified stance on economic security despite geopolitical pressures from global powers.
Oceania
CANBERRA โ The federal government announced a massive investment package targeting renewable grids, hydrogen hubs, and battery storage facilities across five states.
Technology
The voluntary compliance model designed by the IMDA is gaining traction across Southeast Asia as governments seek to balance innovation with ethical safeguards.
Economy
NEW DELHI โ PMI data shows consistent expansion for the eighth consecutive month, driven by electronics, automotive, and pharmaceutical exports.
Culture & Travel
BANGKOK โ The policy shift targeting key Asian and European markets has transformed hospitality sectors across Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phuket.
Environment
JAKARTA โ Community-led reforestation initiatives across Kalimantan and Sumatra are proving highly effective in coastal carbon capture efforts.
Diplomacy
TOKYO โ The mutual logistics support agreement includes joint training, infrastructure sharing, and enhanced maritime domain awareness operations.