In this episode, Michelle welcomes listeners and introduces key economic trends in Southeast Asia. She explores Vietnam's evolving capital market, focusing on recent amendments to securities law and their implications. The discussion then shifts to Singapore, examining its economic growth forecast and the flexibility of its policies. Michelle highlights Singapore's pioneering role in cryptocurrency regulation, analyzing its impact on the financial landscape. The episode concludes with closing remarks and an encouragement for listeners to follow the podcast for more insights.

(0:00) Welcome and introduction to Southeast Asia's economic trends

(0:07) Vietnam's capital market evolution and securities law amendments

(3:31) Singapore's economic growth forecast and policy flexibility

(6:08) Singapore's pioneering cryptocurrency regulation and its impact

(8:20) Closing remarks and call to follow the podcast