Southeast Asia

Philips' Fabian Wong on how tech can improve your healthcare

Philips was long known as a leader in electronics, but the firm has expanded into new territory. Asean-Pacific CEO Fabian Wong discusses the company’s innovations in healthcare
By Holly Robertson • May 18, 2016

Female Empowerment

The sex educators fighting gender inequality in Myanmar

Women’s rights activists in Myanmar are sweeping aside cultural taboos for a frank discussion on sexuality that they hope will diminish gender inequality
By Holly Robertson • May 16, 2016

Opportunities abound in a digitally connected Asean

Leading business communication specialist Richard Spence gives his insight into the promise offered by Asean economic integration and tips for reaping the financial rewards
By Richard Spence • May 11, 2016

Illegal fishing

Indonesian fisheries minister Pudjiastuti making waves

Susi Pudjiastuti's tough stance on illegal fishing is doing wonders for her public profile but angering local fishermen and neighbouring countries
By Ismira Lutfia Tisnadibrata • May 11, 2016

Duterte says he will “be a dictator” after winning Philippine presidency

Controversial former Davao City mayor Rodrigo Duterte is set to become the next president of the Philippines
By Daniel Besant • May 10, 2016

Sport

In conversation with Chiu Keng Guan, king of Malaysian movies

Chiu Keng Guan has directed some of Malaysia’s highest-grossing movies. His latest shows how football could unite a fractured nation
By David Hutt • May 10, 2016

A new hope for Myanmar's Rohingya migrants?

Last year's exodus of Rohingya Muslims from Myanmar highlighted poor planning by regional governments. Now a new approach offers hope for future migrants
By Travers McLeod • May 09, 2016

Prudential Cambodia's guide to keeping fit… at your desk

Just because you’re office-based now doesn’t mean you can't stay fit and alert. Try these five top tips to stay in shape at work. Brought to you by Prudential Cambodia
By Advertising feature • May 06, 2016