Infrastructure
Indonesia Launches Sovereign Wealth Fund INA's $10 Billion Green Bond
Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund INA launched a $10 billion green bond program, with the inaugural $3 billion tranche drawing orders 4.2 times the offered amount.
Infrastructure
Infrastructure
Belt and Road Investment Shifts Toward Renewables and Digital
China's Belt and Road Initiative directed 62% of new commitments toward renewables and digital infrastructure in 2025, pivoting away from coal and heavy construction.
Infrastructure
Thai Government Unveils $15 Billion Eastern Economic Corridor Phase 2
Thailand launched the $15 billion second phase of its Eastern Economic Corridor, targeting EV manufacturing, semiconductor packaging, and biotechnology investment.
Infrastructure
Philippines Launches $9 Billion Manila Metro Rail Expansion
The Philippines broke ground on a $9 billion Manila metro rail expansion comprising two new subway lines and extensions, financed by JICA and the Asian Development Bank.
Infrastructure
Singapore's Sovereign Wealth Fund GIC Reports 7.2% Annual Return
Singapore's GIC reported a 20-year annualized real return of 4.6% and nominal return of 7.2%, maintaining its position as one of the world's best-performing sovereign funds.
Infrastructure
ADB Approves $8.5 Billion in Climate Finance for Asia-Pacific
The Asian Development Bank approved $8.5 billion in climate financing for Asia-Pacific nations, targeting energy transition, flood resilience, and sustainable transport.
Infrastructure
Japan Approves $42 Billion Supplementary Budget for Semiconductor and Defense
Japan's parliament approved a 6.3 trillion yen supplementary budget, directing significant funds toward semiconductor subsidies, defense modernization, and energy security.
Semiconductors
TSMC Plans $12 Billion Expansion of Japan Chip Fabrication Complex
TSMC announced a $12 billion expansion of its Kumamoto fab complex in Japan, adding 6-nanometer capacity to serve automotive and AI chip demand.