In the latest episode of The We Are Innovation Podcast, host Federico N. Fernández sat down with Benedict Weerasena, Research Director of Bait Al Amanah (House of Trust), to explore the innovation landscapes of Indonesia and Malaysia. The conversation came at an especially meaningful time, as Bait Al Amanah has recently joined forces with We Are Innovation as their newest partner, strengthening the bridge between Southeast Asian innovation ecosystems and global networks.
Weerasena, whose expertise spans public finance, behavioral economics, and development studies, offered profound insights into Indonesia’s innovation journey. The discussion delved deep into the country’s emerging opportunities and challenges. This framework, as Weerasena explained, serves as a crucial roadmap for fostering innovation within Indonesia’s economic context.
When the spotlight turned to Malaysia, Weerasena painted a picture of a country positioning itself as a key player in the regional tech landscape. Of particular interest was Malaysia’s growing prominence as a data center hub in Southeast Asia. This development, coupled with the country’s well-established electronics manufacturing sector, suggests a promising trajectory for Malaysia’s innovation ecosystem.
The partnership between Bait Al Amanah and We Are Innovation represents an exciting development in the global innovation landscape. This collaboration promises to foster greater knowledge exchange and create new opportunities for cross-border innovation initiatives in Southeast Asia and beyond.
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