ASEAN Heads of State and Government holding hands at the 46th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, May 26, 2025, in front of national flags.

ASEAN 2025: Why Malaysia’s Year Redefines Southeast Asia’s Economic Future

ByOne Ace

With 650 million consumers and a GDP exceeding $3.8 trillion, ASEAN is no longer a promise: it’s the economic reality reshaping the global chessboard. Under Malaysia’s 2025 presidency, this alliance is transforming its ambitions into concrete strategies that will change the rules of the game for the next two decades. Mastering ASEAN 2025 under Malaysia…

Roundtable with Captains of Industry: Behind the Scenes of a Reimagined Economic Dialogue

Roundtable with Captains of Industry: Behind the Scenes of a Reimagined Economic Dialogue

ByOne Ace

Over 42 representatives from French companies and 18 Malaysian businesses gathered with Anwar Ibrahim. The discussions revealed a pragmatic approach to contemporary economic challenges. The sensitive issue of the carbon tax dominated the exchanges. Anwar Ibrahim’s response? “The proposed tax will be implemented with caution and progressivity,” adding that “it should not be seen as…