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The ASEAN region, no doubt, has been affected by several external macro headwinds, including the Fed rate hikes, higher commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions in China. In addition, at least one economy is also in political transition right now - the Philippines where Filipinos are going to the polls to choose their next President. What’s the outlook for the region? In spite of the challenges, what are the opportunities available?

On Market View, Prime Time's Bharati Jagdish spoke with Jason Liu, Head Chief Investment Office APAC at Deutsche Bank International Private Bank to find out. 

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With global energy shortages and the urgency of climate action, the transition to clean energy is ramping up. There are many forms of renewable energy, from wind to hydrogen and solar to biomass, but the common denominator across all are leaders and founders behind the scenes willing to invest their lives in driving positive climate action.

But what is that journey like as a start up looking to secure funding and tap into the sector?

In The Spotlight, Prime Time's Timothy Go and Bharati Jagdish spoke with Dr Avishek Kumar, Co-founder and CEO of VFlowTech to find out.

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China’s zero-Covid policy is continuing to slow its economy and fuel anxiety. How sustainable is this policy amid state media reports that say the government might soon reveal more policies intended to rescue the economy?

On Market View, Prime Time's Bharati Jagdish spoke with Jean-Louis Nakamura, Chief Investment Officer at Lombard Odier Asia Pacific for his outlook on China.

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Median Central Provident Fund payouts grew about 25 per cent from 2019 to 2021, on the back of higher incomes, stronger labour force participation and enhancements to the CPF system.

On SGExtra, Prime Time's Timothy Go and Bharati Jagdish spoke with Sue-Ann Tan, Business Correspondent, The Straits Times to share more about the findings from the CPF Board in a trend report.

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The 31st edition of the SEA Games is set to kick off in a week's time on May 12.

As part of The Straits Times' coverage ahead of the biennial multi-sport event, we shine the spotlight on five athletes who are making their debut at the event, starting with teen sprinter Marc Louis.

Multimedia Journalist Harianto Dirman also spoke to Sports correspondent Sazali Abdul Aziz to find out more about the event.

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