ASEAN-China Free Trade Agreement

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Malaysian economy slowed to 5% in Q4

2 min read Analysis, Economy, Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, ASEAN-China Free Trade Agreement, Madani Economic Framework

Malaysia is taking a proactive approach to economic growth and trade, balancing its global partnerships while maintaining a non-aligned stance in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape. As Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s government pursued new trade agreements, economic growth slowed to 5% in the fourth quarter of 2024, raising

Thai gov't EV subsidies spark price war

3 min read Economy, Energy, ESG, Thailand, ASEAN-China Free Trade Agreement, BYD, Changan, EV, GAC Aion, GWM, MG

Thailand’s automotive industry, the nation’s fourth-largest sector, contributes around 11% to the nation’s GDP and employs over 750,000 workers. However, recent government policies and agreements with China aimed at boosting EV production have led to issues including factory closures and EV price wars due to oversupply.