Singapore
Singapore’s Global Diplomatic Influence: A Small Nation with a Big Impact
As a small island nation with limited natural resources, Singapore might seem like an unlikely contender in the realm of global diplomacy. However, the city-state has carved out a significant niche for itself, leveraging its strategic location, economic strength, and diplomatic neutrality to become a key player in international affairs. Despite its small size, Singapore…
ASUENE Partners with KCLIMATE 1.5, a Subsidiary of Thailand’s KAISKORNBANK, to Accelerate Decarbonization in the ASEAN Region. The partnership will provide comprehensive, one-stop solutions for Scope 1-3 emissions and Carbon Footprint of Products (CFP), primarily for the Electronics, Automotive-related, Packaging, and Food & Beverage sectors.
ASUENE (THAILAND) Co., Ltd., a local subsidiary of ASUENE Inc., has signed a partnership agreement with KCLIMATE 1.5 Company Limited, a subsidiary of KASIKORNBANK, to provide decarbonization solutions in Thailand. This partnership will allow the two companies to jointly offer comprehensive decarbonization support services, including a carbon accounting platform for measuring, reporting, and reducing GHG…
Foreign Companies Increasingly Rely on EORs to Stay Compliant in Indonesia
As Indonesia continues to tighten oversight on employment, tax, and data protection rules, regional firms expanding from Singapore and Malaysia are turning to Employer of Record (EOR) solutions to manage local compliance obligations. Analysts say the shift reflects both the growing complexity of Indonesia’s regulatory environment and a broader effort among foreign investors to reduce…
Happie’s 3rd Anniversary at Jewel Features Zoe Tay and $90K Dongfeng EV Prize
Happie, Singapore’s homegrown water purifier brand, is celebrating its third anniversary with a seven-day pop-up at Jewel Changi Airport from October 13 to 19, 2025. The celebrations will culminate on Saturday, October 18, 2025, with a special appearance by Singapore’s queen of the screen, Zoe Tay, who will host an intimate sharing session before joining…
Call for Singapore VCs, Firms, and Researchers to Partner with Cutting-Edge Japan’s Medtech Startups
Showcasing DNA damage analysis, BCI, and non-invasive diagnostics from Japanese universities. New opportunities for investment and clinical collaboration. Campus Create., Ltd. (Representitive Director: Megumi Takahashi; 1-5-1 Chofu-ga-oka, Chofu, Tokyo, inside the University of Electro-Communications) is Japan’s Technology Licensing Organizations with wide-area operations, supporting the technology transfer of university research seeds to industry for over 25…
Why Zoning and Business Codes Could Stall Indonesia’s Foreign Investment Boom
Indonesia has spent the past several years positioning itself as one of Asia’s most attractive destinations for foreign capital. Through reforms such as the Online Single Submission (OSS) system and the Positive Investment List under Presidential Regulation No. 10/2021, the government has pledged to reduce red tape and open more sectors to international investors. Yet,…
Derani Yachts Expands into Malaysia with New Branch at Pangkor Marina
Opening ceremony officiated by Dato Mohd Radzi Manan, Chairman of MYBOS, marks new chapter for Derani Yachts with yacht viewings and community celebration. Pangkor Marina, Malaysia – 2nd September 2025 — Derani Yachts has officially opened its new Malaysia branch office at Pangkor Marina with a ceremony officiated by Dato Mohd Radzi Manan, Chairman of…
Indonesia Opens Six New Sectors to Licensing Under PP 28/2025
Indonesia’s regulatory landscape is undergoing significant changes with the introduction of Government Regulation No. 28 of 2025 (PP 28/2025). The regulation represents a refinement of the country’s risk-based licensing regime, aiming to make procedures more transparent, predictable, and investor-friendly. For both domestic enterprises and foreign investors, the update clarifies supervisory standards, enhances the Online Single…
21st FinTech Announces Strategic Investment In Payment for 〜 Enhance Cross-Border Payment Solutions in Asia and accelerate service integration 〜
21st Financial Technology Co., Ltd (Headquarter: Shibuya, Tokyo. CEO: Allan Chou. “21st FinTech”）, announced it has reached an agreement of capital and business alliance with Payment for, Inc. (Headquarter: Shibuya, Tokyo. Representative Director and President: Yuichiro Yamazaki. “Payment for”), a leading Japanese payment software service provider, on September 30th. Through this partnership, we will strengthen…
VRITIMES Joins Forces with Top 10 Media Platforms in Singapore to Boost Content Reach and Visibility
Singapore, October 1, 2025 — VRITIMES, a leading media technology platform offering integrated press release creation and distribution services, has officially partnered with 10 selected media platforms in Singapore: sgbiztalk.com, tradehubsingapore.com, rafflesplacetrade.com, marinabaybiz.com, changitradehub.com, lioncityliving.com, singaporelifepulse.com, marinabayvibes.com, sglivingtrends.com, sentosaliving.com. Through this collaboration, press releases and news content created by VRITIMES will be widely distributed to readers across Singapore, enhancing the visibility of high-quality information from…