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Bongao, the capital of Tawi-Tawi. Photo courtesy of Mindanao Development Authority.

Bangsamoro Region Deepens Trade Links with BIMP-EAGA to Boost Growth

September 18, 2026

The Philippines is building on BARMM’s geographic advantage and centuries-old trade ties to unlock growth opportunities.
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Tboli students in Mindanao looking at a phone.

ASEAN Digital Economy Deal Is a Game Changer for BIMP-EAGA Countries

September 14, 2026

Once signed and ratified, the Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) is expected to unlock $2 trillion in opportunities for the region.
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Women shopping at a market for halal products. Photo credit: ADB.

Malaysia Bids to Become a Global Halal Hub

August 12, 2026

Malaysia is cementing its foothold in the global Islamic economy by capitalizing on its strategic location, end-to-end halal ecosystem, and advances in Islamic finance.
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A ro-ro ferry docked at a port.

Indonesia Plans Network of Ro-Ros to Link Eastern Regions

June 09, 2026

The plan, which aims to spur regional growth, would facilitate the transport of perishable commodities to regional processing centers.
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From left: Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia President Prabowo Subianto, Malaysia Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, and Philippines President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos.

Special BIMP-EAGA Summit in Cebu Adopts Vision 2035

May 09, 2026

The 10-year strategic roadmap seeks to enhance resilience and inclusive development for shared prosperity and sustainability.
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Two women working on a computer, using artificial intelligence. Photo credit: iStock/Thicha Satapitanon.

ASEAN’s Digital Economy to Top $300 Billion

December 18, 2025

The 10th edition of the Google, Temasek, and Bain report expands coverage from six to 10 Southeast Asian markets.
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Southeast Asian economies saw better-than-expected export sales in the third quarter. Photo credit: ADB.

ADB Sees Higher Growth for Southeast Asia in 2025 and 2026

December 11, 2025

Growth forecasts for selected countries in the region, including BIMP-EAGA members—Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines, were updated.
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BIMP-EAGA ministers, local government and senior officials, and development partners at the 28th Ministerial Meeting in Davao

BIMP-EAGA Builds on Vision 2025 Gains to Achieve Sustainable Growth

November 19, 2025

BIMP-EAGA sustained its growth momentum despite global headwinds as it enters a new phase of development.
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