The Nikkei View
Singapore's new PM Lawrence Wong is up against fierce headwinds
Major challenge will be guiding city-state through conflict-ridden world
Podcast: Tech Latest
Singapore's robotics startups go global
Tech Latest: Tune in to Nikkei Asia's podcast for the freshest updates on the tech sector
South China Sea
Philippine-China row deepens in South China Sea: 5 things to know
With more incidents in the disputed territory, we ask how far the tensions could go
Currencies
Philippine peso falls to 18-month low against dollar
Central bank's 'less hawkish' stance leaves currency to slide
Business trends
Malaysian rubber glove makers gain on Biden's new China tariffs
Shares surge amid expectations for eased pressure from Chinese rivals
Retail
Top Danish jeweler Pandora breaks ground on factory in Vietnam
Company known for bracelet charms sets gender parity and renewables goals
Opinion
The Philippines is turning the tide on plastic waste
New law has made companies responsible for keeping their products out of the sea
Opinion
A new Myanmar is emerging from conflict and climate change
Ethnic armies will not accept reimposition of centralized state
Environment
Indonesia eyes deals on 120 'strategic' projects at World Water Forum
Jokowi says incoming leader Prabowo will continue commitment to water management
South China Sea
Philippines calls on China to open Scarborough Shoal to scrutiny
Manila's 'challenge' follows accusations of environmental destruction by Beijing
Economy
Thai economy grows at a lackluster 1.5% in Q1
Robust tourism lends support but weak exports weigh down overall growth
Myanmar Crisis
Myanmar's Rakhine state engulfed by conflict as rebels claim victory
Razing of homes and exodus of Rohingya raises fears of mass displacement
Automobiles
Japan and ASEAN to craft auto strategy to counter China's EVs
First-of-its-kind undertaking to cover production and sales in Southeast Asia
Politics
On topic: How will Singapore change under new PM Lawrence Wong?
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Life
Myanmar rebels create jungle medical network
Doctors conduct sophisticated surgical procedures in hidden hospitals, and cook in their spare time
Your Week in Asia
Taiwan welcomes new leader Lai, Future of Asia, Thai GDP
Your weekly lineup of Asia's biggest business and political events
Travel & Leisure
China hotel chain H World begins foray into Thailand
Operator eyes moving into other Southeast Asian markets like Vietnam
Opinion
Business must ensure Southeast Asia's 'forest-positive' future
Supply chains have to be made more sustainable, ethical and reliable
Politics
70 years on, Vietnam reflects on Dien Bien Phu's legacy
Scars and triumph: the cost of Vietnam's battle for freedom
Politics
Lawrence Wong, Singapore's new PM, begins term: 5 things to know
51-year-old leader edges toward election as change comes in bunches
Materials
Siam Cement and Dow to launch waste plastic recycling in Thailand
Initiative aims to handle 200,000 tonnes per in wider region year by 2030
Podcast: News Roundup
What to expect from Singapore's new prime minister
Tune in to Nikkei Asia's podcast, bringing the region's key news to global listeners
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Announcements
Nikkei Asia300 index to add Adani Power, drop Country Garden
Reshuffle will include 21 new stocks from China, India, Taiwan, South Korea and ASEAN
Startups
Temasek's venture capital arm to launch first Japan-focused fund
Singapore's Vertex group plans to raise $65m, invest in software, 'deep tech' startups
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Economy
Malaysia's GDP grew 4.2% in Q1, fastest in a year
Robust consumption and export recovery help lift economy