Author: Duc Dao

Korea’s POSCO Future M to invests $270M in battery materials plant in Vietnam

South Korea's POSCO Future M plans to invest KRW357 billion ($270 million) in building a new factory plant in Vietnam's Thai Nguyen province, to produce artificial graphite anode materials used in batteries.

Vietnam’s VinFast signs dealer agreements to approach Indonesia’s e-scooter market

VinFast, the electric vehicle manufacturer under Vietnam's top conglomerate Vingroup, has signed memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with six electric scooter dealers in Indonesia as it prepares to launch its electric scooter lineup in the country in the second quarter of 2026, expanding its distribution network in one of the world’s largest two-wheeler…

AnyMind Group, Truecaller Partner to expand ads in Southeast Asia

AnyMind Group has entered into a strategic partnership with global communications platform Truecaller to manage advertising inventory across several markets in the Middle East, North Africa, and Southeast Asia, the companies announced.

Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City to establish $191M VC Fund

Authorities in Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City have approved a plan to establish a venture capital (VC) fund aimed at boosting technology startups, commercializing research, and accelerating innovation in key strategic industries.

Vingroup chair Pham Nhat Vuong’s wife becomes chair of Vingroup-linked ride-hailing firm

GSM Green and Smart Mobility JSC (GSM), a ride-hailing service founded by chairman Pham Nhat Vuong of Vietnam's top conglomerate Vingroup, has announced that Pham Thu Huong, the spouse of Vuong, as the new chairwoman.

Dutch semiconductor giant Besi plans €10M to further build production facility in Vietnam

The Netherlands' BE Semiconductor Industries N.V (Besi), a leading global supplier of semiconductor assembly equipment, plans to expand its footprint in Southeast Asia with a new production facility in Vietnam.

Thailand launches RISE fund to strengthen national research and innovation

Thailand has introduced a new phase in its national research and innovation strategy with the launch of the Thailand RISE Fund, a rebranded national funding initiative aimed at accelerating the transition from academic research to tangible economic and social impact.

Singapore’s Singtel partners Silicon Valley AI firm Sierra to deploy customer service agents

Singtel and conversational AI company Sierra will jointly enhance Singtel’s customer engagement capabilities using artificial intelligence, the company said in a press release on Wednesday.

Vietnam’s VinEnergo adds 10 GW renewable portfolio in Denmark, Sweden, Philippines

VinEnergo, the energy arm of Vietnam's top conglomerate Vingroup, has secured development agreements for a 10 gigawatt (GW) overseas renewable energy portfolio spanning Denmark, Sweden and the Philippines.

Malaysia’s Carsome delivers $23M EBITDA in FY2025, 16% gross profit growth

CARSOME Group Inc. reported FY2025 EBITDA of $23 million, more than doubling year-on-year, reflecting continued margin expansion and cost discipline across its core markets.