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Indonesia’s durian industry gears up for exports to China, challenging Southeast Asian peers

Indonesia’s durian industry gears up for exports to China, challenging Southeast Asian peers

Indonesia is preparing to begin shipping durians to China, the world’s largest market for the fruit where Vietnam and Thailand are currently the top suppliers.
Who is Teresita Sy-Coson, the Philippines’ richest woman?

Who is Teresita Sy-Coson, the Philippines’ richest woman?

Singapore’s Apartment Coffee named best coffee shop in Asia

Singapore’s Apartment Coffee named best coffee shop in Asia

Philippines ships first batch of frozen durians to China

Philippines ships first batch of frozen durians to China

The Philippines has exported a batch of frozen durian worth PHP8.2 million (US$142,000) to China, marking its first shipment to the world’s largest market for the fruit.
February 24, 2025 | 03:10 am PT
Quiz: Which is the biggest e-commerce market in Southeast Asia?

Quiz: Which is the biggest e-commerce market in Southeast Asia?

This e-commerce market in Southeast Asia is estimated to have a gross merchandise value of US$65 billion in 2024.
February 4, 2025 | 02:49 pm PT
Quiz: Which is the top financial brand in Southeast Asia?

Quiz: Which is the top financial brand in Southeast Asia?

The top financial brand in Southeast Asia is an all-in-one financial services app, according to Campaign Asia magazine.
February 2, 2025 | 02:57 pm PT
China durian imports hit record-high as Vietnam, Malaysia battle Thailand for market share

China durian imports hit record-high as Vietnam, Malaysia battle Thailand for market share

China imported a record US$6.99 billion worth of durians in 2024 as Vietnam and Malaysia compete with Thailand for shares of the world’s largest durian market.
February 2, 2025 | 02:56 pm PT
Quiz: Which is the best country for work-life balance in Southeast Asia?

Quiz: Which is the best country for work-life balance in Southeast Asia?

This country ranked as the best for work-life balance in Southeast Asia in 2024, based on factors such as minimum wage, statutory annual leave, and paid maternity leave.
January 19, 2025 | 04:15 pm PT
From shoe store to Philippines’ largest conglomerate: how Sy family builds, sustains empire

From shoe store to Philippines’ largest conglomerate: how Sy family builds, sustains empire

The Philippines’ Sy family empire began with a shoe store founded by late billionaire Henry Sy Sr. and is carried on by his children, whose net worths total US$11.7 billion.
January 14, 2025 | 03:17 pm PT
Quiz: Which city has the most skyscrapers in Southeast Asia?

Quiz: Which city has the most skyscrapers in Southeast Asia?

This city has 179 skyscrapers, which are buildings with a height of 150 meters or taller, according to the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.
January 5, 2025 | 05:18 pm PT
Quiz: Which is the costliest city in Southeast Asia for expats?

Quiz: Which is the costliest city in Southeast Asia for expats?

This city is the most expensive in Southeast Asia for international workers, as ranked by Mercer based on costs such as housing, transportation, food, clothing, household goods, and entertainment.
December 19, 2024 | 03:31 pm PT
Quiz: Which country leads Asia-Pacific in digital competitiveness?

Quiz: Which country leads Asia-Pacific in digital competitiveness?

This country ranks first in the World Digital Competitiveness Ranking, which evaluates the ability and readiness of economies to adopt digital technologies.
December 17, 2024 | 03:52 pm PT
Philippine fast food chain Jollibee opens 200th store in Vietnam

Philippine fast food chain Jollibee opens 200th store in Vietnam

Philippine fast food chain Jollibee has launched its 200th location in Vietnam, its largest international market.
December 13, 2024 | 02:58 am PT
Who is Manuel Villar, the Philippines' richest man?

Who is Manuel Villar, the Philippines' richest man?

Manuel Villar, 74, is a property tycoon and the Philippines’ wealthiest individual with a net worth of US$18.1 billion, according to Forbes.
December 3, 2024 | 03:13 pm PT
Quiz: Which country has the most casinos in Southeast Asia?

Quiz: Which country has the most casinos in Southeast Asia?

This Southeast Asian country has 76 casinos and 66 casino hotels, according to finance website Insider Monkey.
December 3, 2024 | 03:09 pm PT
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