Economy

Asia-Pacific leads hydrogen vehicle growth amidst infrastructure challenges

The region’s ambitious targets face infrastructure and cost hurdles.

Asia-Pacific leads hydrogen vehicle growth amidst infrastructure challenges

The region’s ambitious targets face infrastructure and cost hurdles.

Global semiconductor sales up 19.3% YoY in May

Worldwide chip sales increase 4.1% month-to-month

US chip still dependant on China despite restrictions

Huge demand for manufacturing equipment exists.

Hanoi aims for SEA's semiconductor hub despite supply chain limits

Vietnam is in the top 10 for semiconductor exports, with 6% annual growth projected until 2027.

Malaysia's manufacturing sector to grow in H2 despite dip in June indicator

However, business sentiment has declined for the fifth consecutive month, which could impact optimism.

Manufacturing business sentiment in Vietnam to rise in Q3

However high loan interest rates remain a challenge.

More factories relocate from China to Malaysia amidst trade tensions

But integrating with the local supply chains remains a challenge.

China's manufacturing growth hits 3-year high in June

But businesses are challenged by lower confidence and expectations.

Limited availability hinders SAF adoption in aviation

High costs, limited supply, and infrastructure challenges impede large-scale use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel.

Confidence amongst Japan's top manufacturers slips in June

A weak yen boosts exports, but sales volume has decreased for the fourth consecutive quarter.

Asian manufacturing investments surge amidst supply chain risk

Increased investments and import volumes signal robust expansion, despite emerging supply chain risks and reshoring trends.

China’s oncology investment to accelerate cancer innovation

China's growing pharmaceutical industry could drive developments for cancer treatments.

Generative AI seen contributing AU$5b to Australia’s manufacturing sector by 2030

AI uses range from design, task automation, data analysis to rapid training of workers.

Three opportunities SEA countries can expect from a 'Plus One' approach

This approach is set to diversify Southeast Asia's supply chain.