El Nino

Asia’s import-dependent economies are on the front line as fertiliser costs and diesel margins rise

Even with better mitigation measures, governments must still tackle the elephant in the room – carbon emissions

[SINGAPORE] A dry spell is sweeping across Asia’s rice fields, dealing another blow to farmers grappling with steep fuel and fertiliser prices triggered by the war in Iran.

Geopolitics has given way to issues related to the Fed, currency dynamics and El Nino

Rice and palm oil prices could spike in a ‘Godzilla’ El Nino, with poultry and livestock prices also at risk

Government seeks to expand 2027 national budget to US$117b – 6% above 2026’s – to boost economy

Indonesia’s move to control exports could increase oversight for haze prevention, says a think tank

The impact is already being felt around the world

Planned support includes cash transfers and flood-control measures, among others