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Two women working on a computer, using artificial intelligence. Photo credit: iStock/Thicha Satapitanon.

ASEAN’s Digital Economy to Top $300 Billion

December 18, 2025

The 10th edition of the Google, Temasek, and Bain report expands coverage from six to 10 Southeast Asian markets.
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A tourist boat sailing through Honda Bay in Palawan.

It’s Safety First for Indonesia and the Philippines as They Lure Back Tourists

March 30, 2022

The two BIMP-EAGA countries reopen borders cautiously and continue to enforce health protocols.
Samarinda city in East Kamilantan, Indonesia. Photo credit: iStock/vidiawan.

Building a Green and Smart City in Indonesia’s New Capital

March 29, 2022

The capital will be relocated to an area covered by BIMP-EAGA where it could help drive the subregion’s development and growth.
An aerial view of a main road going to the Kota Kinabalu City Centre.

How Kota Kinabalu Plans to Become a Nature Resort City

March 25, 2022

Some $200 million worth of priority projects have been lined up, including redeveloping the city port and making public transport more efficient.
Photo credit: Asian Development Bank.

COVID-19 Pushed More People into Extreme Poverty in 2021, but Southeast Asia Can Bounce Back

March 16, 2022

A report from the Asian Development Bank sees bright prospects for economies with widespread technology adoption, resilient merchandise exports, or rich natural resources.
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Innovative Solutions Needed to Nurse Southeast Asian Economies Back to Health

March 14, 2022

ADB's Third Southeast Asia Development Symposium is slated on 16–17 March.
Pilar municipality in Siargao, Surigao del Norte, Philippines. Photo credit: ADB.

How a Recycling Economy Can Help Sustain Island Tourism

March 16, 2022

An ADB Institute paper looks at how popular island destinations like Siargao, a surfers’ paradise in Mindanao, can cope with marine debris and a growing waste problem.
The Philippines is a top exporter of coconut oil. Photo credit: Asian Development Bank.

Bangsamoro Region to Develop Agribusinesses and Exporters under EU Program

March 02, 2022

The 5-year program will help the region produce halal and other agri-products for BIMP-EAGA markets.
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ASEAN Releases Tourism Safety Guidelines

February 24, 2022

ASEAN developed guidelines on hygiene and safety for eight sectors of the tourism industry as a key strategy for building back better from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Webinar organized by the Philippines’ House Special Committee on the East ASEAN Growth Area. Photo credit: Press and Public Affairs Bureau, House of Representatives, Philippines.

Lawmakers Webinar Looks at Digital Technology’s Role in the New Normal

February 17, 2022

Resource speakers from the subregion share their views on the role of technology in transforming society, particularly in BIMP-EAGA focus areas.
Singapore container terminal. Photo credit: iStock/Delpixart.

ASEAN Makes Good Progress in Reducing Trade Costs, Says UN Survey

February 15, 2022

The average implementation rate in ASEAN is 79%, higher than the Asia–Pacific regional average of 64.9%.