Professionalising Leadership in Asian Family Firms
Today in Asia, family-run businesses are more than just economic entities; they are the heart of many communities, preserving generational wealth, culture, and employment. From India’s diverse landscapes to Singapore’s renowned shipping lines and small factories across Southeast Asia, these businesses embody genuine entrepreneurial spirit. Yet, they stand at a
How Naluri Is Transforming Employee Wellbeing in Asia
The Covid-19 pandemic transformed conversations on public health not just for physical health but also for mental health. The conversations were especially spearheaded at the workplace, because not only does the average adult spend one-third of their lives working, but 15% of working adults worldwide are struggling with a mental
Indigenous Knowledge Is Shaping Asia’s Technology Future
One of the most valuable development models for the Asia region is being ignored. Artificial Intelligence, Software Platforms, semiconductors and automation continue to dominate the landscape of venture capital, media coverage and policy discussions. In parallel, many leaders in South and Southeast Asia are creating tangible economic impacts by synthesising
Women Leaders at the Heart of Asia’s Green Transition
For quite some time, conversations around women and sustainability in business were limited to the armchair act of advocacy, in rallies, pledges, and panel discussions. However, that framing is changing now. Across Asia, a generation of women, instead of adding to the armchair discourse on a green, sustainable economy, is
Messer Expands its presence in Asia with Major Acquisitions
One of Germany’s largest companies, the Messer Group, is poised to expand its footprint in Southeast Asia. The company announced the acquisition of a Singaporean-Malaysian firm, alongside a deal aimed at consolidating its regional platform. As per the company’s announcement, it has acquired 100% of the shares of WKS Group,
Leighton Asia: The Company’s Role in Asia Infrastructure Growth
Have you noticed every time you drive on a new highway, walk into a sleek office tower, you come across a company name, which is Leighton Asia. It’s not flashy or viral, but they simply exist everywhere. And that is exactly what makes it intriguing. Curious to know more? Through
A Complete Guide to Asia Stock Market (2026)
The beginning of 2026 comes with a lot of buzz around the stock market, especially after recent lows that have made people rethink their entire investment plans. During the inflation and global uncertainty, the Asia stock market is standing out like a neon sign. One might wonder why that is
Jerry Tse-Best CEOs from Asia 2025
Understanding finance from multiple vantage points has been a defining advantage in Jerry Tse’s career. With experience spanning academia, legal practice, and global investment banking, Tse has developed a leadership perspective that recognises both the opportunities and responsibilities inherent in financial innovation.
Prajyoth Krishna Mirajkar – Asia’s 40 Under 40 2025
When a multibillion-euro aircraft decision is at stake, precision matters, but so does connection. Prajyoth has mastered both. Fluent in the exacting language of aeronautical engineering and the aspirational language of customers, he bridges complexity and clarity with rare ease. As a Customer Account Director at Airbus, he translates advanced
Jane Rustial Tiongco-Aguirre – Asia’s 40 Under 40 2025
Jane Rustial Tiongco-Aguirre’s leadership worldview is shaped less by theory and more by lived experience. Growing up in Philippine public schools, she saw early how uneven access to learning resources could quietly determine outcomes. Talent and curiosity were abundant, but opportunity was not. That gap became a defining insight, shaping
