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Southeast Asia quarterly economic review: Tech tailwinds drive a two-speed region

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Southeast Asia shifted to two speeds in the second quarter, with technology and trade-led economies pulling ahead while softer domestic activity tempered growth elsewhere, as the Middle East energy shock intensified inflation and currency pressures and drove increasingly varied policy responses.
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Colos: From builders to coshapers of Asia–Pacific’s AI infrastructure
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Colocation providers in Asia–Pacific are focusing on location, power, talent, and construction to help deliver AI infrastructure...
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Becoming an AI-native telco: Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison reimagines the telecom of the future
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Indonesia’s second-largest telecom operator turned a complex merger into a platform for growth, reshaping how decisions are made,...
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AI in Southeast Asia: An era of opportunity
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AI adoption in Southeast Asia is at an inflection point—moving rapidly from exploration to deployment. With strong digital...
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Singapore’s smart leap: Digital Minister Teo on AI transformation
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Minister Josephine Teo reveals how Singapore is building an AI-ready society—balancing innovation, workforce transformation,...

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McKinsey and IOH discuss cracking the AI paradox at Innovate Asia
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McKinsey and IOH share valuable insights at Innovate Asia on building AI-native organizations and advancing digital transformation....
Creating a retreat for leaders: Embracing stillness for effective leadership
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Creating a retreat for leaders: Embracing stillness for effective leadership
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A simple retreat can transform both you and your team.
Moving beyond the ideology of busyness
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Moving beyond the ideology of busyness
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What if stepping back is the most powerful move you can make as a leader?
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Navigating a connected yet contested world in Southeast Asia
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By identifying watch points and adopting specific strategies, the region could stay resilient and even see opportunities going...

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