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Tech in 2026: AI Investment, Regulatory Impacts and Supply Chain Resilience
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW The Indo-Pacific enters 2026 amid intensifying trade and regulatory shifts. The technology prosperity deals the United States negotiated with Japan and Korea along with new rare earth partnerships across Southeast Asia aim to build resilience in advanced technology supply chains. Yet, the outcome of the U.S. Section 232 semiconductor investigation could disrupt momentum. U.S. tariffs could reshape global production networks and complicate cooperation with key partners. Online … Continue Reading
William Heidlage
Australia Unveils Ambitious AI Plan To Drive Innovation and Investment
The BGA Australia team, led by Managing Director Michael “Mick” McNeill, and Senior Director for …
Michael McNeill
Malaysia’s Sabah State Election Results Intensify Pressure on PM Anwar To Deliver Reforms
The BGA Malaysia team, led by Deputy Managing Director Sadiq Nor Azlan, wrote an update …
Sadiq Noor Azlan
Indonesia Passes New Criminal Law Procedures Code Amid Civil Liberties Concerns
The BGA Indonesia team, led by Managing Director Doug Ramage, wrote an update to clients …
Douglas E. Ramage
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New Book on Australia’s Diplomatic Challenges
BGA’s Senior Advisor Ambassador Ian Kemish has published a new book on Australia’s key diplomatic challenges over the last two decades. The book, fully released in July and titled “The Consul: An Insider’s Account from Australia’s Diplomatic Frontline,” examines Kemish’s central role as a leader in Australia’s consular service in some of the defining episodes in that country’s diplomatic history.
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U.S. Trade Mission in Southeast Asia Continues in Vietnam with Focus on Clean Energy Transition
BGA Vietnam Managing Director Ha Nguyen wrote a piece reflecting on Vietnam-U.S. economic and business ties. The piece was released in line with the first-ever summit held between the United States and Southeast Asian leaders in Washington, D.C. in May. (June 10, 2022)
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Webinar on OTT Guideline: International Best Practices
BGA’s Bangladesh team organized a webinar on over-the-top (OTT) guidelines and international best practices. The webinar, which took place in late May, was done in collaboration with the Dhaka Tribune, and is available for viewing here. (May 31, 2022)
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