Singapore

·       Failed Simba-M1 deal could pose setback to Keppel, lead to more cost pressures for telcos https://bit.ly/4wE4fon

·       Keppel to allow Simba’s bid for subsidiary M1 to lapse, explore new buyers https://bit.ly/4dwpMGZ

·       Singapore’s key exports in April hit highest growth rate since 2012 on AI-related demand https://bit.ly/493KuwA

·       Singapore firm duped in GST refund scheme wins $1.75m High Court suit https://bit.ly/4tHUG5e

·       S’pore businesses to have one-stop platform for info on financing partners, advisory services https://bit.ly/3RgB0rO

·       More Singapore residents buying the Swiss franc for safe-haven appeal https://bit.ly/3P8eEYQ

·       IMDA suspends review of proposed Simba-M1 merger amid probe into possible breach https://bit.ly/4wsQtoy

·       More ships arrive in Singapore as Iran war disrupts Middle East routes, but fewer refuelling here https://bit.ly/4tJboRE

·       ‘Whole deck of cards just toppled’: FoodXervices’ Nichol Ng on how a 92-year-old family business unravelled – and what’s next https://bit.ly/4tIu3x4

·       Just Energy Transition Community puts US$2.6 million towards clean power, cooling solutions in South-east Asia https://bit.ly/4uiAnMG

Vietnam

·       Quang Ninh gives in principle approval to first offshore wind power plant https://bit.ly/3Rkl2N8

·       Vietnam’s national standards strategy for 2026–2035 approved https://bit.ly/4dNc83v

·       Retail market seen driving double-digit growth https://bit.ly/43ehU8b

·       Government delegation for international economic, trade negotiations established https://bit.ly/3PP6Rzh

·       RoK steps up trade cooperation with Vietnam, Malaysia https://bit.ly/4ujlAkW

·       E10 biofuel to be distributed nationwide from next month https://bit.ly/3PoEvf9

·       Vietnam, China boost cooperation in green industry development https://bit.ly/3RcWhm9

·       Strong economic conglomerates drive domestic economic growth https://bit.ly/4eQ132H

·       Vietnam’s textile industry draws high-tech FDI amid green, smart shift https://bit.ly/42MjzSi

·       Vinpearl partners with three leading Indian travel companies to tap 1.47-billion-people market https://bit.ly/4wDUWom

·       Ho Chi Minh City’s international financial centre opens new opportunities for businesses https://bit.ly/4drVPru

·       Positive outlook for Vietnam – MERCOSUR Preferential Trade Agreement talks: Argentine expert https://bit.ly/4dFrvKi

·       Vietnam accelerates drive to master EV technologies https://bit.ly/49YCb5p

·       Energy sector seen as key pillar for Vietnam’s green, double-digit growth ambitions https://bit.ly/3RdXb1K

·       Logistics set to drive Vietnam’s rise in global supply chains https://bit.ly/3RgCAde

Philippines

·       Over 20 firms planning to invest in Luzon Economic Corridor https://bit.ly/4fumBly

·       PHL loses P141B to illicit tobacco trade https://bit.ly/4dwsaNX

·       WB: Businesses key to PHL becoming ASEAN growth engine https://bit.ly/3R8Rh1V

·       AI adoption urgency rises as Philippines risks missing growth gains — DICT chief https://bit.ly/4umNr3V

·       Philippines among most exposed to Gulf labor slowdown — ILO https://bit.ly/4uv60Ti

·       Globe plans P56B for AI-driven infrastructure expansion https://bit.ly/4dNdHOV

·       San Miguel signals continued investments despite headwinds https://bit.ly/4dijwUr

·       Megaworld widens office leasing footprint in Bulacan, Bacolod, Davao https://bit.ly/43fJyBE

·       Robinsons Land, ACMobility partner to expand EV charging network https://bit.ly/42IPH9m

Malaysia

·       Slow start for Capital A ahead of late-year peak https://bit.ly/497FMOe

·       SJEE Engineering secures RM47.52mil subcontract for data centre works https://bit.ly/4tOOEjj

·       Pharmaniaga's recovery continues with 1Q net profit of RM31.47mil https://bit.ly/42E3GNM

·       Malakoff subsidiaries secure PPA extensions for 1,732MW Lumut power plants https://bit.ly/4dhk4Kd

·       WCT unit bags RM152.68mil construction job in Taiwan https://bit.ly/4wBpiYL

·       Shell Malaysia to expand its Westport fuels terminal https://bit.ly/43i4Tui

·       L&G launches Damansara Laverra development with RM752mil GDV https://bit.ly/4dspxfX

·       Censof unit to develop Islamic accounting system for FT Islamic council https://bit.ly/4tNuJBp

·       Affin Bank records higher 1Q net profit of RM135.5mil https://bit.ly/43l57kg

·       Hong Leong Bank to facilitate access to Bank Negara's SME Stabilisation Relief Facility https://bit.ly/3PQDjkK

Indonesia

·       Rupiah slumps to new low as high oil prices fuel inflation fears https://bit.ly/4uZFsd1

·       Indonesia to Inject Rp 2 Trillion Daily Into Bond Market to Support Rupiah https://bit.ly/3PKdHpL

·       Bank Indonesia Raises SRBI Returns to Counter Capital Outflows https://bit.ly/4foOX0E

·       Indonesia Tests 3-Kilogram CNG Canisters in China as Alternative to Subsidized LPG https://bit.ly/4uXzgSF

Thailand

·       Thailand Enlists Celebrity Influencers to Champion Local Economies Through ‘Geographical Indication’ Food Campaign https://bit.ly/4umODEr

·       Thailand Launches Massive Tourist Resort Crackdown on Illegal Foreign Proxy Networks https://bit.ly/4djotfN

·       Thailand eyes foreign-backed oil reserves and data centre power rules https://bit.ly/4wsTQvI

·       Thailand hits back at US trade allegations over forced labour and excess capacity https://bit.ly/4um1I0I

Cambodia

·       NBC warns of legal action against AI-generated banknotes https://bit.ly/4fA7Iy6

·       New partnership aims to promote digital integration https://bit.ly/4nBrueN

·       CCF cracks down on repackaged sugar racket in Kampot https://bit.ly/4uVkETK

·       CDC, AmCham gear up for 2nd Public-Private Sector Breakfast Briefing https://bit.ly/4dj3GZB