The introduction of super-priority rescue financing provisions to Singapore’s insolvency framework adds a further bow to its attractiveness as a restructuring hub. At the same time, these tools open up avenues for abuse and predatory practices, to the detriment of the beleaguered debtor and its other creditors. This article addresses some of these issues in the context of roll-ups and cross-collateralisations, and provides suggestions as to how the rescue financing framework in Singapore may be further strengthened.

The Federation of Thai Industries has urged the Thai government to require foreign e-commerce platform operators to register as legal entities to better regulate the influx of low-cost imports that are negatively impacting local manufacturers.

Singapore’s investment company Temasek is refocusing its strategy on companies with robust decarbonisation plans and sustainable business models, aiming for long-term profitability. 

Vietnam is intensifying efforts to enhance transparency in business ownership as part of its commitment to the Financial Action Task Force.

Thailand's Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, has reaffirmed the nation’s commitment to fostering regional economic integration and sustainability during the 31st Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Lima, Peru.

The Ministry of Planning and Investment has secured $3.3 million from the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs to advance eco-industrial park initiatives.