The ASEAN-India Trade Agreement Review

The ASEAN-India Trade Agreement Review

The ongoing review of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) represents a pivotal moment in South and Southeast Asian economic integration. What began in 2023 as a technical modernization exercise has evolved into a strategic recalibration of one of...
Singapore’s Best Cheap Eats

Singapore’s Best Cheap Eats

Singapore’s reputation as one of the world’s most expensive cities often overshadows a delicious truth: you can eat exceptionally well here without breaking the bank. While the recent GST hike has pinched wallets across the island, savvy diners know that...
JPMorgan’s Crypto Collateral Program

JPMorgan’s Crypto Collateral Program

JPMorgan Chase’s decision to accept Bitcoin and Ether as loan collateral by end-2025 marks a watershed moment in cryptocurrency’s mainstreaming within traditional finance. This analysis examines the strategic implications, risk considerations, and specific...
ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement

ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement

The ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) represents a watershed moment in regional economic integration, positioning Southeast Asia at the forefront of digital trade governance. With negotiations reaching substantial conclusion in October 2025 and...