
Bangkok named world’s top tourism city for 2024
Euromonitor International has named Bangkok the world’s top tourism city in 2024 after it welcomed a record-breaking 32.4 million visitors.
Risk of renewed conflict in Syria
Recent conflicts in various territories of Syria pose a risk of pulling the Middle Eastern nation into a new wave of violence following a prolonged period of simmering tensions.
Indonesia to accelerate nuclear energy adoption
Indonesia has decided to accelerate the adoption of nuclear energy to enhance the country's energy security, with plans for future expansion
Australia invests in Southeast Asia’s clean energy transition
Australia has made the initial investment under its Government's 2 billion AUD (1.3 billion USD) Investment Financing Facility
Accelerating the search for a global pandemic treaty
The negotiations for an international pandemic prevention agreement resumed in December 2024, aiming to quickly build a solid foundation for the world to respond to future health challenges effectively.
Floods cause losses of 580 million USD to rubber plantations
The massive floods that hit five southern provinces in Thailand last week may cause damage worth 20 billion THB (580 million USD),
Indonesia eyes to use fuel subsidy scheme to strengthen purchasing power
Indonesian Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia has said that his ministry will proposed the Government a new fuel subsidy scheme that involves a combination of subsidised goods and direct cash transfer (BLT).
A glimmer of hope in the Middle East
The mediating efforts of the US and France, along with the international community, have led to a ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group in Lebanon.
Malaysia, Singapore step up cooperation in environmental protection
Malaysia and Singapore have discussed various issues relevant to the environment and sustainability and agreed to exchange information on air and water resource quality improvement.
Malaysia's digital economy projected to reach 31 billion USD in 2024
Malaysia's digital economy is poised to reach 31 billion USD in gross merchandise value (GMV) in 2024, up 16% compared to last year,
Opportunity to enhance the position of the Global South
South Africa will officially assume the presidency of the Group of 20 leading emerging and developed economies (G20) from December 1. As the first African nation to take over the “hot seat” of the G20
Thailand to build new bridge to Cambodia
The Thai government is constructing a new bridge to link Chanthaburi province in eastern Thailand with Pailin province in Cambodia, with an estimated cost of 15 million THB (over 430,000 USD).
Bulgaria charts new course with Vietnam on President’s upcoming visit: Diplomat
Bulgarian President Rumen Radev’s official visit to Vietnam ahead of the 75th anniversary of the diplomatic relations next year demonstrates the Balkan country’s commitment
Seminar seeks ways to boost ASEAN - Latin America connectivity
Strengthening logistics infrastructure and digital technology connectivity, and promoting e-commerce development is the key to enhancing the effectiveness
Indonesia seeks India's help in health education
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has sought Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s support in enhancing Indonesia’s healthcare system by training more doctors.