In this episode, Michelle presents an overview of the latest developments impacting Southeast Asian markets. She begins by examining Indonesia's economic landscape, drawing insights from an OECD survey that highlights industrial downstreaming and the burgeoning digital economy. The discussion moves to Indonesia's post-pandemic recovery strategies and growth forecast, emphasizing the country's resilience. Michelle also explores the role of Special Economic Zones in Indonesia, detailing their development, incentives, and strategic investments. The episode then shifts focus to Malaysia's data center industry, particularly its growth and economic impact in Johor. The episode wraps up with a conclusion and call to action.

(0:00) Welcome and top stories

(0:35) Indonesia's economic overview: OECD survey, industrial downstreaming, and digital economy

(2:11) Indonesia's post-pandemic recovery strategies and growth forecast

(3:15) Special Economic Zones in Indonesia: Development, incentives, and strategic investments

(5:57) Malaysia's data center industry: Growth and economic impact in Johor

(9:03) Conclusion and call to action