Sri Lanka focuses on economic rebuilding and investment while Southeast Asian economies show mixed results

Sri Lanka is launching a national 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' program and seeking Middle East investors as part of its economic recovery efforts. The country's stock market showed mixed performance, and a new report highlighted that Sri Lanka isn't yet seen as a major tech market.

Meanwhile, economic news from across Southeast Asia is varied. Malaysia reported strong GDP growth of 4.9% for 2025, beating forecasts. Indonesia's currency, the rupiah, hit a record low, prompting government pledges of market reform and central bank independence. Thailand's exports rose significantly, and Vietnam is considering new visa rules to attract tech professionals and tourists.