Myanmar asks for international aid after quake, declares emergency

By considering agriculture a strategic sector, the European Union (EU) has introduced a new vision for this vital economic sector.

The 90-day visa extension is part of a mutual visa exemption agreement between Thailand and China

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.

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.

Economists said Singapore's inflation will continue to ease in the months ahead, with a chance that consumer prices

Vietnam and Malaysia are emerging as key destinations for greenfield investment as China's share declines, Moody's said.

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 economies and India have benefited from the supply chain diversification, primarily in textiles and electronics, according to Moody's Ratings.

The long eruption on late March 20 prompted the country's geological agency to raise Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki's alert level

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.

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.

The waiver is effective from April 1 to May 15. Migrant workers who return to Thailand after this period will no longer be eligible for the exemption

Only seven countries met the World Health Organisation's (WHO) air quality standards in 2024, while air pollution continues to be a complex issue globally. This highlights the bleak picture of global air quality.

The adjustment is intended to enable one ministry and organisation to manage multiple tasks and sectors. At the same time, specific authority and responsibility should be delegated between ministries, organisations and related local departments.