Rio Times · Asia Intelligence Brief August 10
Key Facts
—Chip bids Thailand has unveiled a national semiconductor plan, Malaysia has committed over US$45 million to advanced chip packaging, and Vietnam is deepening regional cooperation.
—China’s split Its artificial-intelligence industry reached US$176.7 billion in 2025, up 40%, while consumer prices fell 0.1% in July.
—Food security warning China Daily reports Asian economies facing risks to food security as El Niño strengthens across the region.
