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Philippines pushes ASEAN climate finance, resilience agenda
The Philippines is pushing for stronger ASEAN cooperation on climate finance, technology, and resilience, as it seeks to make climate change a bigger part of the region’s economic and security agenda during its chairmanship this year.
ASEAN urged to tighten tobacco export controls
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) should tighten export controls and harmonize requirements for tobacco products to curb illicit trade that is costing governments billions in lost revenues, JTI Philippines (JTIP) said.
ASEAN data breach costs hit record $4.12M
Organizations across ASEAN faced an average USD4.12 million cost per data breach in 2026, the highest level recorded, as cyberattacks become more sophisticated and...
Philippines champions digital inclusion for ASEAN’s smallest businesses
The Philippines is pushing for a more inclusive digital economy across Southeast Asia, arguing that the region's digital transformation will fall short unless it creates tangible opportunities for the millions of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) that form the backbone of ASEAN economies.
ASEAN warns Middle East conflict threatens regional business stability
ASEAN foreign ministers have warned that escalating tensions in the Middle East could disrupt trade, push up energy costs and strain regional supply chains, raising fresh concerns for businesses already navigating an uncertain global economy.
