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In an exclusive interview, Amazon’s Chief Technology Officer, Werner Vogels, revealed the company’s expansion plans for cloud regions in Southeast Asia. This move is driven by customer demand for secure data storage within their respective countries. Amazon’s cloud computing arm, Amazon Web Services (AWS), is the global leader in cloud service provision, accounting for over 30% of the market share. AWS regions are physical locations hosting data centers with multiple availability zones for enhanced reliability and security. Vogels emphasized the interest from startups, large corporations, and government agencies in leveraging cloud technologies locally. AWS has already established regions in Indonesia and Singapore, with plans for an infrastructure region in Thailand. The new AWS region in Malaysia is scheduled to launch this year as part of Amazon’s commitment to Malaysia’s digital economy transformation. Security remains AWS’s top priority and investment area, ensuring the protection of customer data in these regions.

Crunchyroll has released the retro-styled JRPG ‘Bloodline: The Last Royal Vampire’ in Southeast Asia and India, following its global launch last summer. The game features over 400 characters to collect, with distinct abilities and powers waiting to be unleashed. Players can upgrade their heroes, participate in thrilling PvP modes, and enjoy convenient mechanics like Auto Battles and Raids to minimize the grind. To celebrate the launch, a special limited-time event introduces food-themed Cuisine Dimension characters and dungeons.

Amazon CTO Werner Vogels highlights the need for digital systems that cater to the diverse cultures of Southeast Asia. He emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and serving the region’s diverse needs in the right way.

In the face of escalating climate-related health risks, a robust healthcare workforce is crucial. Southeast Asia, with its vulnerability to extreme weather events, air pollution, and rising health inequities, urgently requires healthcare professionals equipped to address these challenges. The WHO’s framework for building climate-resilient health systems emphasizes training and capacity building to strengthen the resilience of healthcare systems. While 16 of 19 reviewed NAPs included actions for the health workforce, more comprehensive plans are needed to ensure a resilient workforce capable of navigating shifting health risks and supporting the most vulnerable populations.

The inaugural Ho Chi Minh Film Festival (HIFF) showcased over 100 films and attracted 280,000 visitors, setting its sights on becoming the largest film festival in Southeast Asia. Industry professionals praised the festival’s scale and ambition, which included a script lab, workshop, and project market. Despite some challenges, such as a lack of a major cinema center and censorship issues, the festival received positive feedback from international attendees and is poised to contribute to the growth of Vietnam’s film industry. The Vietnamese film industry had the highest box office revenue in Southeast Asia in 2023, surpassing Indonesia, and HIFF aims to promote Ho Chi Minh City as a regional film hub.

Stagwell, a leading marketing network, has added Leverate Group, an integrated agency based in Indonesia, to its Global Affiliate Network. This partnership expands Stagwell’s reach in Southeast Asia and its omnichannel media buying and activation capabilities. Leverate Group’s expertise in delivering bespoke strategies encompassing media, creativity, and technology will complement Stagwell’s global client base.