In addition to institutional reform, the agency is also rolling out key solution groups to combat counterfeit goods, imitations, and intellectual property infringements in the digital environment.
Univers said in a statement that the new centre will serve as a hub for innovation, bringing together digital intelligence and climate ambition to accelerate Sarawak's transition toward a low-carbon, tech-enabled economy.
Vietnam is enhancing its regulatory framework and policies to promote cashless payments as part of its strategy to develop a more digital economy.
As of 2024, Vietnam had recorded over 204.5 million bank accounts held by individual customers and 154.1 million bank cards in circulation. Nearly 87% of Vietnamese adults now have bank accounts.
E-commerce is no longer a new trend, but has become an important factor helping businesses develop and integrate into the global digital economy.
The initiative is expected to unlock new opportunities for traditional vendors, helping them improve business capabilities, align with the national digitalisation trend and contribute to the robust growth of e-commerce in Vietnam.
The plan positions e-commerce as a pioneering sector of the digital economy, playing a key role in transforming the country’s growth model, boosting competitiveness, and promoting sustainable development.
With digitalisation empowering microenterprises like Siti’s, it is no surprise that ASEAN’s digital economy is poised to reach almost 2 trillion USD by 2030.
Digital Economy and Society Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong, who also serves as deputy chairman of the committee, said on May 1 that the committee has developed a comprehensive plan to prepare Thailand across various dimensions, particularly focusing on the development of a skilled AI workforce.
Korean investments in Indonesia totalled 15.4 billion USD as of late 2023, proving that Indonesia is not only a destination for investment, but also a strategic partner in long-term, sustainable growth.
Amid global competition, branding is not just a marketing tool but also becomes a strategic factor that determines the position of enterprises and the national competitiveness.
Globally, 85 million jobs are likely to be lost while 97 million new ones are to be created, demonstrating that strategic workforce management and proactive protective reskilling plans are necessary.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will work with ASEAN regional leaders to implement the agreement as soon as possible to have an economic impact, not only on Malaysia, but also on the region in the near future.
A highlight was the MoU between the Malaysian government and China’s Xinhua News Agency in the field of news and information. Through this MoU, national public broadcaster RTM and Xinhua will collaborate on joint media activities.
Second Finance Minister Amir Hamzah Azizan told the press that Malaysia has focused on three priority economic deliverables (PED) under the financial track, namely sustainable financing, digital economy, and inclusive development.
The digital economy's GDP growth rate is forecast to be 2.6 times higher than Thailand's overall GDP expansion this year.
Singaporean content platform opengovasia.com said Singapore is playing an active role in enhancing the Green-Digital Economic Partnership with Vietnam, with both nations seeking to collaborate across various sectors, including the digital economy, renewable energy and innovation.
He said Vietnam and Kyrgyzstan have significant potential to promote collaboration in various promising sectors, such as agriculture, hydro-power, renewable energy, tourism, information technology, and digital economy.
The Vietnam digital technology enterprise map will serve as a critical tool to position enterprises in the market, enhance competitiveness and expand cooperation opportunities domestically and internationally.
With Vietnam's commitment to developing smart urban areas, digital transformation, and sustainable environment, Vietnam and India have opportunities to promote strategic partnerships and extensive cooperation.