In his Op-Ed for the World Economic Forum, Vijay Eswaran discusses how ASEAN can turn global economic tensions into regional opportunities. He highlights the importance of adaptability, cooperation, and long-term vision in transforming crises into catalysts for growth.
In his latest OpEd, Dato Sri Vijay Eswaran emphasizes the critical need for the ASEAN region to develop a future-ready workforce, particularly by addressing the digital skills gap among its youth, to ensure economic growth and competitiveness. Read the full article on Indonesias leading newspaper Tempo.
United States President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs could mean further erosion of Indonesia’s shrinking middle class. And with one fell swoop the dream of a better future seems to slip further away…
The world is now at an interesting crossroads and Asean must adapt to a shifting trade landscape rather than expect a return to pre-Trump policies soon, with new trade rules almost par for the course.