By 2030, ASEAN is forecast to rank as the fourth-biggest economy globally. The bloc’s digital economy is also projected to grow to $560 billion by 2030, fuelling employment growth and technological innovation across Southeast Asia. Analysts believe that Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam will spearhead Asean’s economic progress this year, anchoring the bloc’s long-term economic expansion. These economies are underpinned by a youthful labour force, increasing domestic consumption and sustained inflows of foreign direct investment. [...]