Will a New Golf Course Near Hanoi Cement Trump-Vietnam Relations? – The Diplomat

Singapore's semiconductor industry is a key player in the global chip supply chain, contributing 7% to the nation's GDP with investments from companies like Applied Materials and GlobalFoundries. Recent developments include GlobalFoundries and Applied Materials expanding operations in Singapore, focusing on innovative semiconductor technologies. The sector's growth is supported by government initiatives, making Singapore a critical hub for chipmakers, with top startups like Silicon Box and Atomionics transforming the industry with cutting-edge solutions. Full Article

South Korea President Yoon Suk-yeol met with Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov before declaring martial law, agreeing to enhance relations and deepen cooperation in trade, energy, and mining. Kyrgyzstan, historically overlooked in South Korea's regional engagements, saw the signing of several agreements during Japarov's state visit, focusing on energy projects and the significant antimony reserves in the country. Japarov also discussed plans for future summits and cooperation with South Korean officials, despite uncertainties surrounding Yoon's hold...

Chelsea's players have quickly adapted to Enzo Maresca's style of play, surprising the Italian manager with their progress ahead of a Premier League match against Southampton. Despite their strong performance, Maresca believes there is still room for improvement as they aim to secure a Champions League spot. Defender Wesley Fofana's hamstring injury will sideline him for weeks, posing a challenge for Chelsea's defense as they seek to maintain their unbeaten run and secure a victory...

Insurgents in Myanmar’s Rakhine state, led by the Arakan Army, have captured the military’s last posts in Ann town and are now targeting a nearby army headquarters, marking significant progress in their quest for control over the entire state. The rebels have successfully taken over most of the town, prompting the remaining civilians to seek refuge in the forest. The AA has made steady advances over the past year, now controlling about 80% of Rakhine...

Tiger Beer launches 'You Never Roar Alone' campaign, emphasizing the importance of collective support in achieving individual dreams, based on evolving consumer sentiment. The repositioning aims to foster deeper connections with consumers in a crowded beer market, leveraging Tiger's image of ambition and progress. The campaign is being rolled out in Southeast Asia before expanding globally, with digital engagement playing a key role in encouraging consumers to share their stories of collective progress. Full Article

DryDel Shipping, led by Costas Dellaportas, has entered the capsize sector by ordering two scrubber-fitted 182,000 dwt vessels at Namura Shipbuilding in Japan for delivery in 2028. This joint venture with a Japanese partner will see DryDel commercially and technically manage both capes, adding to their existing orderbook of 10 ships to be delivered in the next four years. Previously ordering handysize bulkers at Namura, DryDel's expansion into capsize vessels marks a strategic move for...