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Southeast Asia e-commerce sales projected to more than double by 2030: report

Cube’s data predicts that total e-commerce sales will grow from US$184 billion (S$239 billion) in 2024 to US$410 billion by 2030, which reflects a compound annual growth rate of…

  • Published: May 16, 20259:50 am
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Thai government scraps 10,000-baht handout, redirects budget to new economic stimulus plan

This decision comes amid escalating global economic uncertainties caused by the trade war and the recent imposition of U.S. tariff measures, which have affected the global economy…

  • Published: May 16, 20259:49 am
  • Author The Nation
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Cambodia, China begin largest-ever joint military drills that will run till May 28

Cambodia has long been a staunch ally of China, receiving billions of dollars in investments, and Washington has voiced concerns that Beijing is using a Cambodian naval base it…

  • Published: May 15, 20259:44 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Malaysia PM Anwar raises MH17 issue with Russian Presidnet Putin during Moscow visit

The Prime Minister said Putin listened carefully to the concerns raised and conveyed his sympathy and condolences to the victims' families.

  • Published: May 15, 20259:43 am
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Saudis invest big in US weapons, AI as US President Trump basks in welcome

Mr. Trump welcomed a promise by Saudi Arabia’s de facto ruler, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, for $600 billion in investment and quipped that it should be $1 trillion.

  • Published: May 14, 202510:04 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Government to provide help as long as needed: Singapore PM Wong on latest community development vouchers

All Singaporean households will each receive SG$500 (US$384) in CDC vouchers from May 13 to help them with their daily expenses.

  • Published: May 14, 202510:03 am
  • Author Anjali Raguraman
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Detained in The Hague, ex-Philippines president Duterte wins hometown mayoral election

His daughter, impeached Vice President Sara Duterte, told reporters after casting her vote earlier in the day that plans were already underway to ensure he would officially become…

  • Published: May 13, 202510:00 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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2 Bangladeshi fishermen shot by alleged Myanmar armed rebel group

Meanwhile, three other Bangladeshi fishermen were abducted allegedly by Arakan Army in the Naf river adjacent to the Lada area under Hnila union of Teknaf in the afternoon of May…

  • Published: May 13, 20259:59 am
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Vietnam launches 10-year golden visa to boost tourism and investment

According to a Times of India report, the golden visa offers long-term, renewable residency to individuals who contribute to Vietnam’s tourism, innovation, or economy, with the…

  • Published: May 9, 202510:10 am
  • Author The Nation
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Myanmar delegation arrives in Moscow on goodwill visit

They are scheduled to attend the military parade in the Russian capital to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945 to be held in…

  • Published: May 8, 202510:02 am
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