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What Asean’s small businesses really need for a truly inclusive digital economy
The Asean Digital Economy Framework Agreement promises to unlock up to US$2 trillion in growth by harmonising digital policies and easing cross-border trade. But for the region’s 71 million MSMEs, the real challenge is far more basic: navigating slow, fragmented and costly processes that make “Asean as one market” feel out of reach. Small business owners still struggle with inconsistent taxes, months-long product registrations and a lack of clear, practical guidance. What they need is simplicity, speed, affordability and a unified, actionable knowledge base that helps them comply and compete across borders. True digital integration goes beyond policy—it requires an ecosystem that empowers MSMEs to thrive.
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Former England cricket chief Hugh Morris dies aged 62
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Weak turnout seen in Myanmar’s phased election, first since 2021 coup
Myanmar's phased general election, the first since the 2021 military coup, ended on Sunday with signs of low voter turnout and questions over its credibility
AC Milan top Serie A after Nkunku’s brace sinks Verona
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