ASEAN member states vow to foster military cooperation
Participants discussed the direction of the ASEAN military cooperation plan and related issues and considered adoption of the ASEAN military plan for 2024-2026 and the joint…
PM Anwar wants to enhance collaboration with Russia, invites President Putin to 2025 Asean Summit
PM Anwar is in Russia to attend the 9th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) from Wednesday to Sept 6 and is scheduled to address the plenary session of the EEF on Thursday, Sept 5.
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…