Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia news, including Thailand’s role in regional politics, economy, and international affairs.
-  World News
 Four people reportedly arrested during Laos’ second-largest illegal drugs bust last week
Four people were arrested during the second-largest seizure of illegal…
 -  World News
 Smoke blankets over Laos capital Vientiane, landfill fire releases toxic fumes
Clouds of toxic smoke billowed over the Laos capital of…
 -  World News
 Regional low-cost carriers expand routes in Southeast Asia as travel slowly resumes
International flights in the Southeast Asia region continue to resume,…
 -  World News
 Laos workers to return Thailand as borders reopen for migrants from neighbouring countries
For the first time since the onset of the Covid-19…
 -  World News
 Malaysia’s new airline SKS is now flying to northern tax-free island resort Pangkor
Following the approval from the country’s civil aviation regulator last…
 -  World News
 Indonesia vows to end Joke Widodo’s extension, says new president will be elected in 2024
The electoral commission of Indonesia declared today that Southeast Asia’s…
 -  World News
 Cambodia PM invites Myanmar junta to the Summit if progress made on peace plan
Despite objections from his counterparts, Cambodia’s leader and incumbent chair…
 -  World News
 At least 19 killed Indonesia’s West Papua nightclub fire
At least 19 people have been killed in clashes between…
 -  World News
 Indonesia calls for tougher sentences in child abuses as cases rise
The judiciary of Indonesia was slammed by right groups when…
 -  World News
 Samsung removes ad in Singapore of drag queen hugging Muslim mother
Following the outcry from socially conservative groups, South Korean electronics…
 -  World News
 Indonesia to launch travel bubble with Singapore, entry to islands Batam, Bintan
A travel bubble is in the works between Singapore and…
 -  World News
 Laos government warns songwriter over sexually explicit lyrics
A songwriter from northern Laos’ Luang Prabang province has made…
 -  World News
 Malaysia resumes Vaccinated Travel Lane ticket sales for air, land travel to Singapore
Malaysia’s health ministry announced today that ticket sales for air…
 -  World News
 At least 3 killed, 7 injured as Myanmar’s army raid displaced camps in Kayah State
At least three refugees were killed and seven others were…
 -  World News
 More than a million Covid-19 vaccinations ‘expire’ in Indonesia before distribution to public
Indonesia had a Covid kerfuffle today after more than a…
 -  Transport News
 Rail to connect Thailand to China delayed 3 years to 2026
With recent plans fast-tracked to build a bridge to connect…
 -  World News
 Cambodian opposition leader accused of treason asks court to drop charges
A Cambodian opposition leader accused of treason has urged the…
 -  World News
 Indonesia lifts ban on international arrivals from high risk countries
Indonesia scrapped its travel ban list and now all foreign…
 -  World News
 UN envoy urges PM Prayut Chan-o-cha to help stop Myanmar crisis
As the Thai government promised to protect Myanmar refugees who…
 -  World News
 Singapore crowned most “Instagrammable” place in the world – Big 7 Travel
If you’re in Singapore, get out your camera. The Southeast…
 -  World News
 Vietjet to resume two weekly flights between Vietnam and Thailand this week
Starting Friday, Vietnam’s national flag carrier, Vietjet, will resume flights…
 -  World News
 ASEAN backlash over Cambodian PM’s visit to Myanmar
Following Cambodian PM Hun Sen’s visit to Myanmar’s capital Naypyidaw…
 -  World News
 Philippines to spend US$620 million on 32 new Black Hawks for disaster relief
The Philippines will become another Southeast Asian nation to upgrade…
 -  World News
 Monks were amongst those who fled to safety in eastern Myanmar conflicts
Hundreds of monks were among the thousands of people who…
 -  World News
 Aung San Suu Kyi is “indispensable” for Myanmar peace talk, says Philippines FM
The Philippines, amongst other neutral ASEAN members, made a strong…
 -  World News
 More than 349,000 people displaced due to violence in Myanmar since February coup
Official figures from the United Nations Office for the Coordination…
 -  World News
 Philippines sets “no vaccine, no ride” policy for Manila public transportation
If you’re in the Philippines, you’ll need to show your…
 -  World News
 UN’s special envoy urges ASEAN to work toward “inclusive dialogue” with Myanmar
Days after Cambodia’s PM Hun Sen visited Myanmar’s capital Naypyidaw…
 -  World News
 More than 5,000 Singapore students aged 5 to 6 signed up for vaccinations
A representative from the Early Childhood Development Agency told Singapore…
 -  World News
 Indonesia joins hands with Japan to promote clean energy
The bilateral relationship between Japan and Indonesia has taken the…
 -  World News
 Famous African rat Magawa that tracks down landmines in Cambodia dies
The famous African mine detection rat named Magawa, who has…
 -  World News
 Vietnam gives green light to US$15 billion stimulus plan for economic recovery
The parliament of Vietnam has approved a stimulus package worth…
 





























