What the Myanmar regime is signalling to ASEAN by rejecting access to Aung San Suu Kyi
Analysts say the Myanmar regime’s continued refusal to be pressured by ASEAN shows it believes that the grouping is "somewhat toothless."
May Wong
Thai PM Anutin at 100 days: Stability first, reform later?
Analysts say PM Anutin has earned cautious marks for maintaining political stability and handling an energy crisis sparked by conflict in the Middle East.
‘I felt like dying’: Thai Singha beer scion speaks up after disclosure of alleged sexual abuse
The Scott brothers, whose father is Scottish, are part of the Bhirombhakdi clan – the billionaire Thai family behind the country’s iconic Singha beer brand, made by Boon Rawd…
‘I do not know if she is still alive’: Son of Myanmar political prisoner Aung Sun Suu Kyi makes plea for her release
The junta announced on April 30 that it had placed Ms Suu Kyi, 80, under house arrest, where she will serve out her remaining sentence of about 18 years.
Cambodia’s scam crackdown creates a new problem: Foreigners left jobless and stranded
The shutdown of these centres has left thousands of foreigners without jobs or shelter, and unable to return to their home countries without passport or money.
Abandoned desks, beds and chat guides: A look inside a Cambodia scam compound
The massive O’Smach compound, occupying 80ha, or the size of up to 125 football fields, is infamous for its transnational cyberscam activities.
Bus trips home for Songkran delayed by lack of fuel? From Bangkok to Hanoi, fears over fuel
Songkran bus ticket sales are down in Thailand due to fuel supply fears and rising costs, with operators delaying sales. Across Indochina, countries like Cambodia and Vietnam are…
Myanmar’s junta chief expected to hand over top military post to long-time protege
Despite Myanmar's election attempts, ASEAN has not recognised the outcome. Analysts expect ongoing conflict and little change going forward.
‘Crazy’ Yangon property prices despite struggling economy, civil war in Myanmar
Internal migration from conflict zones, restrictions on foreign currency, and a lack of trust in banks have fuelled "artificial demand" for property as a safe asset.
‘Money being thrown around to buy votes’: Voters in Thailand want more than just handouts
Voters are sceptical of populist election measures like cash handouts, preferring sustainable support like career and job opportunities.