Laos hosts talks on agricultural investment ahead of ASEAN Summit
The dialogue brought together over 110 participants from diverse sectors, including government, the private sector, development agencies and civil society, with 20 representatives…
Growing concern over rat lanes used by illegal immigrants along Malaysia-Thai border
Malaysian Checkpoints and Border Agency should be given more clout to combat illegal activities near the border.
Vietnam public security minister presents proposals to fight ASEAN transnational crimes
Minister of Public Security Sen. Lieut. Gen Luong Tam Quang called for improved effectiveness in handling mutual legal assistance requests, extradition, and transfer of criminals…
Bangladesh chief adviser Yunus seeks Malaysia’s support for Asean membership
In response, the Malaysian high commissioner stated that Malaysia, which is set to chair Asean next, would convey Yunus's request to the relevant authorities. She also expressed…
Philippine education secretary to Asean member states: Equip learners with digital skills
Department of Education Secretary Sonny Angara during an ASEAN meeting on Monday, Aug 26, however emphasised that technological advancements must only used to aid and support the…
More of Southeast Asia’s super rich turn to family offices to manage wealth
This is fuelled by the region’s strong economy and a growing number joining the ranks of the ultra wealthy.
Cambodia calls on ASEAN to respond to digital inequality challenges
The appeal was made by Kim Sethany, permanent secretary of state at the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, during the 13th ASEAN Education Ministers Meeting held on August 25…
ASEAN women’s summit addresses gender disparity in the care economy
The meeting reaffirmed ASEAN’s commitment to supporting women and girls in the unpaid care economy as a critical regional agenda, recognising the specific challenges and…
Lao women gear up for ASEAN Women Leaders’ Summit
Representatives of ASEAN member countries, relevant sectors, social organisations and others present at the meeting discussed lessons learnt and good practices in relation to the…
Malaysia as Asean chair to proactively engage, urge US, China to ease tensions
PM Anwar said he was thankful that Malaysia is the next Asean chair. He described the group as the "most cohesive sub-regional grouping in the world," with well-established…