Thailand, Vietnam, ASEAN at risk from El Nino as heat and urban pressure intensify
The world is clearly facing climate disruption, with increasingly severe and unpredictable weather.
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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."
ASEAN regional meeting focuses on sustainable innovation, digital integration
Brunei Darussalam highlighted the need to ensure that funding mechanisms remain open and accessible to all member states regardless of their circumstances or level of development.
High risk of severe haze in Singapore and Southeast Asia in second half of the year
The warming El Nino climate phenomenon is expected to create a longer and stronger dry season at a time when fire readiness could be compromised by economic uncertainty and budget…
E-commerce company Lazada cuts 5% of Southeast Asia workforce, including roles in Singapore
When contacted, a Lazada spokesperson said on June 23 that the company is “reviewing selected roles across Southeast Asia”.
‘ASEAN’s gift to the world’: Hormuz crisis sharpens Philippines push for South China Sea code
Manila has set an ambitious goal of concluding the long-delayed South China Sea code in 2026 while also grappling with lessons from the recent Middle East energy crisis and…
Foreign Minister highlights Vietnam’s role in advancing ASEAN-Russia strategic partnership
The country has played an important role in repositioning ASEAN–Russia relations to become more strategic, resilient, substantive, and better aligned with the interests of both…
ASEAN races to attract data centre investment as spending nears US$30bil
The rapid growth, however, is causing significant strain on resources, with countries like Malaysia and the Philippines facing electricity and water constraints and exploring new…
‘ASEAN ties with Russia hold vast potential’
At the heart of the engagement with the international media was the future of Asean-Russia relations, with the Prime Minister describing the potential for cooperation as far…
ASEAN bolsters cooperation, tackles food, energy and cyber threats
The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Phongsavanh Sisoulath, the head of Laos’ ASEAN Senior Officials' delegation, participated in the ASEAN Senior Officials’ Meeting and…