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UAE’s Halal and Islamic Finance Push: Why ASEAN Businesses Should Pay Attention
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UAE’s Halal and Islamic Finance Push: Why ASEAN Businesses Should Pay Attention

The UAE is doubling down on Islamic finance and halal exports—setting a bold $86B target by 2031 and holding $162B in Islamic deposits. For ASEAN businesses, this is more than a headline—it’s a clear signal to engage. From halal F&B to Sukuk financing, the UAE is opening doors. Time for ASEAN to walk through them.

Can the GCC-ASEAN Partnership Deliver More Than Declarations?
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4 min read

Can the GCC-ASEAN Partnership Deliver More Than Declarations?

The recent GCC–ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in Kuala Lumpur reaffirmed strong intentions to deepen economic, political, and strategic cooperation between the two blocs. But as Gulf investments eye Southeast Asia’s fast-growing markets, a hard question remains: Will this partnership move beyond rhetoric?

Why the Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia Triad Matters to the GCC
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Why the Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia Triad Matters to the GCC

On the sidelines of the recent ASEAN Summit, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia met to reaffirm trilateral cooperation. It may seem like routine diplomacy, but this sub-regional alliance has deeper implications—especially for Gulf stakeholders seeking stable, growth-ready entry points into Southeast Asia.

ASEAN-GCC Summit 2025: Gulf and ASEAN Forge a New Growth Axis
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ASEAN-GCC Summit 2025: Gulf and ASEAN Forge a New Growth Axis

The ASEAN-GCC Summit 2025 seeks to fortify economic ties between ASEAN and GCC nations, offering a strategic lifeline amid escalating tariff tensions and shifting global alliances.

After the Ballot, the Business: What Singapore’s 2025 General Election Means for SEA & MENA Investors
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2 min read

After the Ballot, the Business: What Singapore’s 2025 General Election Means for SEA & MENA Investors

Singapore’s General Election 2025 may not have sparked political surprises, but it has set the tone for serious business. With PAP’s continued dominance and PM Lawrence Wong at the helm, the city-state signals policy continuity, economic stability, and strategic foresight.

When Luxury Migrates: DAMAC, Dubai Ambition, and the New Currency of Southeast Asian Prestige
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4 min read

When Luxury Migrates: DAMAC, Dubai Ambition, and the New Currency of Southeast Asian Prestige

Dubai’s DAMAC Properties is expanding into Southeast Asia. Here’s what that move reveals about rising affluence, shifting aspirations, and the cultural currency of branded real estate.

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