
ASEAN accompanies Myanmar, Thailand to address quake’s aftermath
As the ASEAN Chair for 2025, Malaysia convened the Special Emergency ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on March 30 in response to the powerful earthquake
Vietnamese army ready to join earthquake relief efforts in Myanmar
The Vietnam People's Army (VPA) has developed a Myanmar disaster relief deployment plan involving 79 military personnel
Vietnam-ASEAN Friendship Golf Open Tournament held to connect bussinessmen, diplomats
The tournament is an effort to push the good cooperation relationship between regional countries and create a playing ground connecting independent golfers, local and international bussinessmen, ambassadors and representatives of diplomatic agencies.
Myanmar asks for international aid after quake, declares emergency
Myanmar asks for international aid after quake, declares emergency
EU considers agriculture strategic sector - vision for sustainable future
By considering agriculture a strategic sector, the European Union (EU) has introduced a new vision for this vital economic sector.
Thailand plans to cut Chinese tourist visa extensions
The 90-day visa extension is part of a mutual visa exemption agreement between Thailand and China
Immense challenges to reconciliation and unity in Syria
On March 25, the United Nations Security Council convened a meeting regarding the situation in Syria, as the Middle Eastern nation faces numerous challenges on its path to reconciliation and unity. The recent surge in violence between ethnic and factional groups within the country poses difficult tasks for the government.
Indonesia approves 7 billion USD budget for food security in 2025
Mujab emphasised that food security is a national security priority, especially given global conflicts and supply chain disruptions. Countries with surplus rice are prioritising domestic needs before exporting, adding challenges to Indonesia’s import strategy.
Singapore’s core inflation falls in February
Economists said Singapore's inflation will continue to ease in the months ahead, with a chance that consumer prices
ASEAN benefits from supply chain diversification: Moody's
Vietnam and Malaysia are emerging as key destinations for greenfield investment as China's share declines, Moody's said.
Positive progress in Ukraine peace talks
Recently, a series of important developments have occurred related to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, such as the Russia-US summit and the largest prisoner exchange between the two countries. However, convincing the parties involved to make concessions to reach an agreement towards a sustainable, long-term peace still faces many challenges.
ASEAN benefits from supply chain diversification: Moody's
ASEAN economies and India have benefited from the supply chain diversification, primarily in textiles and electronics, according to Moody's Ratings.
Indonesia volcano belches ash tower as highest alert level issued
The long eruption on late March 20 prompted the country's geological agency to raise Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki's alert level
China’s Hong Kong eases entry for ASEAN guests
The move aims to streamline immigration procedures for ASEAN visitors who have made significant contributions to Hong Kong’s economic development or are invited to attend major events in the special administrative region of China.
Middle East — A concerning security hotspot
The Middle East region has once again become a focal point of tension following a series of reciprocal airstrikes between US military forces and the Houthi faction in Yemen. The Houthis have vowed severe retaliation, interpreting the US airstrikes as support for Israel, warning that such actions will escalate tensions to “more severe and painful levels”. Meanwhile, the US has accused Iran of backing the Yemeni group.