AS leaders met in Kuala Lumpur last week for the 47th Asean Summit, the headlines were all about trade, geopolitics, and sustainability. Yet there is a quieter revolution underway, one that will decide whether our region’s promises are fulfilled or left unkept: digital connectivity.
When we picture South-East Asia’s digital future, we often imagine smart cities, fintech unicorns, or artificial intelligence-driven economies. But for millions across the region, the most urgent question remains painfully simple: Can I even get online?
