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Policy & Finance
Trump and Southeast Asia: When transactionalism undermines trust
The Trump Administration has broken with the tradition of pursuing its national interests in tandem with an emphasis on alliances and values. Southeast Asian countries will respond accordingly.
Kerala’s experience in fighting poverty holds some important lessons for developing Asean countries. The Indian state removed severe destitution by addressing nutritional, health and educational needs.
Food & Agriculture
Changing diets amid a changing climate
Much attention has been paid to switching from meat-based diets to plant-based ones. Less attention has been paid to the effects of climate change on the quality and quantity of plant foods.
Energy
Beyond green data centres: Leaner, smarter AI for Southeast Asia’s sustainable digital future
Booming growth in data centres is escalating electricity demand and risks undermining the region’s energy transition goals.
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Carbon & Climate
The people's vision for regional decarbonisation in Southeast Asia
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Food & Agriculture
La Niña: boon or bane for Southeast Asia’s food security?
14 August 2024
Manufacturing
Sand mining worsens Mekong's saltwater problem
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Carbon & Climate
Strengthening Asia's voice for sustainable development
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