WEF Launches Asia-Pacific Ocean Startups Hub in Singapore
In April 2025, the World Economic Forum (WEF) launched the Asia-Pacific chapter of its 1000 Ocean Startups coalition in Singapore, aiming to bolster ocean-focused innovation across the region. This initiative seeks to accelerate the development of sustainable...
Vietnam Poised to Become Regional Circular-Economy Hub
Vietnam is making significant strides toward becoming a regional leader in the circular economy, leveraging its existing plastic recycling capacity, deep-rooted traditional recycling villages, and new digital and regulatory strategies. A recent platform mapping...
Thailand’s Rising Waste Volume Drives Expansion in Recycling Business Sector
In 2023, Thailand recorded its highest waste volume at 26.95 million tons, reflecting growing consumer demand and post-pandemic economic recovery. Although 72% of total waste is properly managed or recycled, only 21% of hazardous waste such as electronic items,...