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Apps now core to state-owned lender’s expansion, says president-director
ByteDance’s social media company to invest $1.5bn for controlling stake in GoTo unit
The south-east Asian country has the potential to develop wealth management offerings if per capita income improves
Chinese video app hopes investment in Jakarta-listed unit will revive its fortunes after ban in its biggest market
Corruption, vested local interests and uncertain regulatory environment remain major deterrents to investment
President Joko Widodo has overseen an era of strong growth and rapid development. In an interview, he reveals far larger ambitions
Joko Widodo questions west’s ‘commitment’ to helping developing countries cut climate emissions
Large shipments from the Philippines needed to keep smelters operating
Chinese group sets up teams to explore way forward after biggest ecommerce market imposes curbs
Also in today’s newsletter, why the SEC’s scrutiny of ESG isn’t going anywhere
Leader cannot stand for election again after decade at helm of fast-growing economy
Rising demand for electric vehicles and the batteries that power them leads to more trees being felled
Video app can no longer facilitate ecommerce sales on its platform in what had been its largest market
Jakarta unhappy it was shut out of British share of €3.6bn deal after helping Serious Fraud Office with investigation
Minister accuses Chinese-owned viral video app of ‘monopolistic’ business practices
In the first part of a series, countries that produce the metals central to the energy transition want to rewrite the rules of mineral extraction
Tree cover the size of Switzerland destroyed globally last year with Brazil top of the list for largest decline
Divergent responses to proposal illustrate deep divisions between west and Asia over the conflict
Involvement with Chinese partners on nickel and other battery-related ventures could fall foul of IRA legislation
Investors looking to diversify from China turn spotlight on south-east Asian country
Fast-growing supply depresses prices but raises fears about China’s control of market
Investors shun stock amid sea of red ink as regional peers’ prospects brighten
Investor interest in EV industry suppliers and energy companies could push Jakarta IPO market past New York’s
Originally devised as a Balinese language wiki, the platforms now also foster civic engagement
US carmaker’s teaming up with a Chinese miner comes as the Biden administration tries to build domestic battery industry
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