Improved transport links would be a boon for businesses looking to access both the Greater Bay Area and Southeast Asia, suggests Kelvin Tan.
Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
José Ramos-Horta says joining ASEAN is harder than “entering heaven” even though last assessment on entering the Association was favourable.
Fledgling nation – heavily dependent on oil and gas revenues – also keen to boost trade ties with its larger neighbour beyond current US$250 million per annum.