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- 1Lazada outlines strategy to lead Southeast Asia e-commerce●“Earlier rather than later”: Lazada’s strategy to lead SEA’s e-commerce space
Lazada says it is pursuing an 'earlier rather than later' approach to expanding its e-commerce operations across Southeast Asia, laying out plans to strengthen its market position in the region. The Singapore-based platform, owned by Alibaba, discussed how early investment in markets, logistics and seller services is central to its bid to outpace regional rivals.
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Central Asian countries are holding discussions on establishing shared rules for the digital economy and artificial intelligence across the region. The talks, reported by Kazakhstan-based outlet the Astana Times, point to growing interest in coordinating technology policy among neighbouring states rather than regulating digital markets and AI individually. Details on specific proposals, participating governments, or timelines have not yet been made public.