... number of deals and funding round sizes are steadily increasing there. Classic venture players from Silicon Valley and London are expanding their presence in India, financing not only late-stage startups but also early ventures with global ambitions. Southeast Asia is forming a new wave of tech giants: in ASEAN countries (such as Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam, etc.), the number of rounds in the tens and hundreds of millions is growing, and some local companies are already going public at home, showcasing the ...

... Agency, global coal consumption in 2025 will remain near historical highs and could set a new record. Global production is expected to reach ~9.2 billion tons this year – largely driven by increased coal use in Asia. In countries like India and much of Southeast Asia, coal generation continues to rise to meet growing electricity demand. China , the largest coal consumer, is likely to maintain its burning levels in 2025 at last year's rates or see only slight reductions (projected to decline by less than 1% compared ...

... one of the weakest in the world: the total direct trade between India and Pakistan is less than $1 billion a year, and the share of intranational trade barely reaches 5% of the total volume of external trade of South Asian countries (in comparison, in Southeast Asia, this figure stands at around 25%, while within the EU it exceeds 60%). In other words, a significant portion of the growth potential and prosperity of the region is blocked by the ongoing conflict. A direct war between India and Pakistan would have ...

... goods at the beginning of the year, many regional exporters have faced a decline in orders. While the US and its partners discuss ways to ease trade disputes, uncertainty persists. Export-oriented economies in Asia (especially the high-tech sectors of Southeast Asia) are vulnerable to a possible intensification of the trade war in the second half of the year. Additionally, in Japan, domestic politics have taken the spotlight: ahead of elections for the upper house of parliament (set to take place on Sunday),...

... Intensification of hurricanes and cyclones. Increasing frequency of floods and droughts. Abnormal cold and abrupt temperature changes. Disruptions in agriculture, which may affect food markets. Residents of regions prone to the severe impacts of La Niña (Southeast Asia, South America, the USA) should pay attention to weather forecasts and potential natural disasters. Conclusion La Niña is an important climatic phenomenon that affects the entire planet. In 2024–2025, its consequences are already being felt in ...