
Freight transport via China-Vietnam cross-border trains posts rapid growth
The Nanning branch of China Railway Group Limited reported a sharp increase in freight transport on the China-Vietnam cross-border railway last year, with trains departing from Guangxi carrying a total of 19,670 containers, marking a staggering annual increase of 1,153%.
WTO stands firm in mission to promote free trade
The European Union (EU) recently pledged its support and partnership with the World Trade Organisation (WTO) in building a fair, free and transparent international trading system. This encouragement carries significant meaning as the WTO faces numerous challenges, notably the pressure for comprehensive and urgent reform after 30 years of development.
Indonesia pins hopes on BRICS membership
Amelia Anggraini, a member of the House of Representatives (DPR) of Indonesia, has said that Indonesia’s official membership of the BRICS
Malaysia aims to advance digitalisation in Southeast Asia
Malaysia aims to establish and sign the Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) this year to promote digitalisation across Southeast Asia
Indonesia confirms cases of HMPV
Indonesian Minister of Health Budi Gunadi Sadikin on January 7 confirmed the detection of cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in the country, but assured the public that the disease is not dangerous.
Indonesia, Japan discuss military technology transfer
The Indonesian Ministry of Defence said on January 7 that it is currently in talks to strike a possible military technology transfer deal with Japan to enhance the Southeast Asian nation’s defence capabilities.
Singapore: 35 people evacuated from blaze
Singaporean authorities reported that approximately 35 residents were evacuated early on January 5 (local time) following a fire
Responsibilities and future vision of the ASEAN Community
Over the past nearly six decades of development, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has achieved many successes, culminating in the establishment of the ASEAN Community.
Expecting a breakthrough
Poland officially assumed the rotating presidency of the European Union (EU) on January 1, 2025, with the desire to take advantage of this opportunity to shape the agenda and significantly influence the priorities of the union.
Jeju Air plane crash in South Korea: Bodies of all 179 victims found
The South Korean Ministry of the Interior and Safety announced on January 4 that authorities had found the bodies of all 179 people killed in the Jeju Air plane crash
Thailand: Investment flow shifts to digital media
Media professionals predict that traditional Thai media will continue to struggle this year,
Thailand plans to improve mobile banking security measures
The Bank of Thailand (BoT) is planning to improve mobile banking security measures by limiting certain groups of people, such as teenagers and the elderly, from transferring more than 50,000 THB (1,500 USD) per day.
Thailand urges public to follow ‘Five Don’ts’ for safer New Year
The Royal Thai Police (RTP) has urged the public to avoid five risky behaviours during New Year celebrations.
Indonesia: Mount Ibu erupts on 2024’s last day
Mount Ibu, located in Indonesia's North Maluku province, erupted earlier on December 31, prompting an aviation warning, according to the country's Volcanology and Geological Disaster Mitigation Centre (VGDMC).
Thailand intensifies work against corporate fraud
Thailand plans new measures to be in place starting January 1, requiring thorough checks against the list of high-risk individuals for all business registrations.