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Amy Sood
Reporter, Asia Desk
Amy joined the SCMP in 2022, having previously worked at Agence France-Presse and contributing to CNN and NBC News. Originally from India, Amy grew up in Indonesia and spent a few years studying in New Zealand. She holds a master's degree in journalism from the University of Hong Kong.
Apple has failed to meet its investment commitments and needs to renew its local content licence, Indonesia’s government says.
His successor Prabowo Subianto seems indifferent towards the regional bloc as well – raising concerns about Indonesia’s leadership role.
While Jokowi’s presidency brought growth and modernisation, his last-minute political manoeuvring raised fears of democratic backsliding.
A military man with populist policies, Prabowo Subianto has pledged to continue Joko Widodo’s vision. Whether he delivers remains to be seen.
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From boycotts to artwork and activism, the Palestinian struggle has ignited passionate responses across Southeast Asia over the past year.
India’s chances remain poor due to tensions with China, but more support from Global South nations could boost its bid, analysts say.
Analysts say ‘relatively small’ investment may be new strategy to secure more modest funding, attract expansion opportunities across Indonesia.
Harris’ embrace of her South Asian identity not only mirrors Obama’s Southeast Asian ties, it could enhance US-India relations if she wins.
The move will allow the president ‘flexibility’ to form ministries, but analysts warn it risks creating bureaucratic bloat and inflating state budget.
Trade chief Tengku Zafrul Aziz says Malaysia must navigate a balancing act to ensure its EV market is not overtaken by Chinese imports.
Many in Asia see Harris as a safer choice for navigating complex US-China relations, as ex-president Donald Trump grows ever more erratic.
The surge in such migrants comes amid reports of several Indians who died while embarking on the risky journey at the US-Canada border.
Consumers celebrate the savings, but governments from Indonesia to Malaysia face pressure to protect local manufacturers from the influx.
The fund’s CEO, Rafael Consing Jnr, believes the Philippines should leverage opportunities from China, despite maritime disputes.
Speaking at the Hong Kong-Asean Summit 2024, Malaysia’s Tengku Zafrul Aziz says global businesses need ‘neutral’ Asean as a partner.
City leader also discusses plans to join world’s largest free-trade pact at Hong Kong-Asean Summit organised by South China Morning Post.
Malaysia has continued to ‘engage all countries’ as it navigates ongoing superpower rivalry, says Tengku Zafrul Aziz at Hong Kong event.
The move reflects a broader trend of companies moving production away from China, with India emerging as a key beneficiary.
Moratorium could last for up to 10 years as government aims to improve quality of tourism and preserve agricultural land.
The once-popular president now faces a backlash as allegations of dynasty building cast a pall over his commitment to democracy.
Local industries – from Thailand’s truckers to Indonesia’s textile makers and Malaysia’s retailers – are feeling the squeeze from low-cost Chinese goods.
The health ministry says the plan will prioritise educating teenagers about reproductive health and proper use of contraceptives.
Advocates warn of an entrenched cycle of abuse, intimidation and exploitation, and demand immediate action to end trainee doctors’ suffering.
Amid nationwide protests in Indonesia against outgoing President Joko Widodo’s perceived power grab, his successor Prabowo Subianto has managed to escape criticism by deftly positioning himself as a defender of democracy.
While reforms to tackle sexual crimes were introduced in recent years, such incidents against women remain prevalent in India.
The move by parliament to undo a top court’s rulings on the election law is to secure Joko Widodo’s political interests, analysts say.
Prabowo has been steadily consolidating power by bringing former opponents into his coalition, raising concerns about the erosion of democratic checks and balances.
Widodo has picked key allies for his cabinet in an attempt that analysts say is to help fulfil Prabowo Subianto’s campaign pledges.
If more New Zealanders were to stay overseas for a long time, it could lead to a demographic timebomb at home, economists warn.
Upgraded agreement is unlikely to evolve into a ‘joint warfighting experience’ given Indonesia’s non-aligned foreign policy, analysts say.
