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Kedah and Thailand's Trang Province Forge Closer Business Ties Through Cross-Border Initiative

The Malay Chamber of Commerce Malaysia's Kedah chapter and Trang Chamber of Commerce have launched a business networking initiative to unlock economic potential in tourism and halal sectors, addressing how both regions are bypassed by transit traffic.

By Azizah Rahman · 31 Aug 2026 · 5 min read

Laos Charts Southern Development Path With Focus on Agriculture and Clean Energy

Laos' Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has announced an ambitious development strategy for the country's four southern provinces, emphasising modernised farming, clean energy expansion, and improved regional trade infrastructure to unlock untapped economic potential.

By Azizah Rahman · 27 Jul 2026 · 4 min read