Singapore’s first solar-powered electric boats to begin service by April 2025
The Government of Singapore will introduce its first solar-powered electric boats on the Singapore...
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Month: March 2025
HCMC’s Metro Line 2 to begin construction in December 2025
The Government of Ho Chi Minh City will break ground on Metro Line No. 2 in December 2025 as part of a long-term plan to develop seven metro lines spanning 355 km by 2035. The initiative follows the passage of Resolution No....
Read MoreThe Governments of Australia, Singapore fund 8 projects to cut maritime emissions
The Governments of Australia and Singapore have selected eight projects aimed at reducing maritime emissions, with completion expected within two years. The initiative, led by Australia’s CSIRO and Singapore’s MPA, is backed by...
Read MoreUSD45 million project launched to protect Hoi An Coastline from erosion
A USD45.68 million coastal protection project has been launched in Hoi An City to combat ongoing erosion in Vietnam. The project comprises two key components: infrastructure development and coastal management research. The first...
Read MoreThe Government of Malaysia seeks proposals for E-ART system
The Government of Malaysia has opened a Request for Proposal (RfP) for the Elevated Autonomous Rapid Transit (E-ART) system in Iskandar Malaysia under a public-private partnership. Companies registered in Malaysia, including...
Read MoreThe Governments of Philippines and Japan sign PHP65.19 billion loan agreements for infrastructure projects
The Philippines and Japan have signed five loan agreements totaling over PHP65.19 billion to support major infrastructure and development projects. The agreements were formalized at the 15th High-Level Joint Committee Meeting on...
Read MoreIndia-Myanmar-Thailand trilateral highway faces delay
The USD114 billion India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway, a 1,360-km project aimed at boosting ASEAN economic integration, faces delays due to ongoing instability in Myanmar. Originally set for completion in 2015 and later...
Read MoreThe Government of the Philippines to build PHP27 billion MICE Infrastructure in Pasay
The Philippine International Exhibition Center (PIEC), a P27-billion MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions) infrastructure project, will be constructed on a newly reclaimed island in Manila Bay. The Department...
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KAI Commuter to introduce China-made electric commuter trains
KAI Commuter, Jakarta’s commuter rail operator, has announced plans to introduce new electric...
Read MoreLaos signs USD1.45 billion clean energy Deal with China-based firm
The Government of Laos has signed a USD1.45 billion agreement with China Western Power Industrial Co Ltd to develop a 1,800 MW clean energy project in southern Laos. The deal, signed with Xekong Thermal Power Plant and a...
Read MoreBDO backs NAIA modernisation with USD1.42 billion funding
BDO Unibank Incorporation has secured PHP80 billion in financing for the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) modernization through its Institutional Banking Group and BDO Capital & Investment Corporation. The funding...
Read MoreU Power and SUSCO JV to expand EV battery swapping in Thailand
U Power Limited has partnered with Thailand-based SUSCO Public Company Limited to establish a joint venture for deploying battery-swapping stations across the country. Under the agreement, U Power’s UOTTA battery-swapping...
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HCMC proposes USD3.5 billion railway connecting two airports
The Ministry of Construction has recommended that Ho Chi Minh City take charge of the Thu...
Read MoreASEAN to launch Unified EV Policy for regional growth
ASEAN member states are working on a standardized electric vehicle (EV) policy to streamline regulations and encourage EV adoption across the region. The initiative, set to be announced at the upcoming ASEAN Summit, will...
Read MorePhilippines secures PHP65 billion from JICA for infrastructure, health, and climate Projects
The Government of the Philippines has secured PHP65.4 billion in funding support from Japan for major infrastructure, health, and climate change initiatives. Among the funded projects, the Davao City Bypass Construction...
Read MoreThe Transport Ministry of France commits to supporting Vietnam’s HSR project
The Ministry of Transport of France has reaffirmed France’s commitment to assisting Vietnam in developing the North-South high-speed railway in Hanoi. Both governments acknowledged the long-standing transportation cooperation...
Read MorePhilTower MIDC, DITO partner to expand telecom and connectivity
PhilTower MIDC and DITO Telecommunity Corporation have signed a strategic agreement to enhance telecommunications infrastructure across the Philippines. The partnership focuses on colocation management, allowing DITO to utilize...
Read MoreNorway-Vietnam collaboration strengthens green economy efforts
The Governments of Norway and Vietnam are expanding their partnership in renewable energy, aquaculture, and green shipping as part of their shared commitment to sustainability. Ambassador Hilde Solbakken highlighted Norway’s...
Read MoreConstruction works begin on USD90 million Hon La International Port
Quang Binh province has broken ground on the $90 million Hon La International Port, a major infrastructure project covering 39 hectares in Quang Trach district. Designed to serve the Hon La Economic Zone and regional trade with...
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Thailand moves forward with USD29 billion Landbridge Project
The Government of Thailand has introduced draft legislation to establish a special economic zone...
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