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Thailand holds its first same-sex weddings, targets record registrations

Thailand holds its first same-sex weddings, targets record registrations

Thailand is the third territory in Asia to legalise same-sex marriages after Taiwan and Nepal.
Thu Jan 23 2025
China families appeal to free relatives held by scam gangs in Myanmar

China families appeal to free relatives held by scam gangs in Myanmar

The UN says hundreds of thousands of people have been trafficked to scam centres in Southeast Asia since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Thu Jan 23 2025
Reflections from London: Shaping bilateral ties with a more active UK

Reflections from London: Shaping bilateral ties with a more active UK

Over the past five years, there have been notable developments in the United Kingdom's approach to the Asia-Pacific region.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Singapore hopes Malaysia will advance ASEAN's sustainability agenda under Chairmanship

Singapore hopes Malaysia will advance ASEAN's sustainability agenda under Chairmanship

Sustainability is a key priority for ASEAN as Southeast Asia is highly vulnerable to climate change, says Dr Vivian Balakrishnan.
Thu Jan 16 2025
Hong Kong, Thai officials in talks to combat Southeast Asian scam centres

Hong Kong, Thai officials in talks to combat Southeast Asian scam centres

The United Nations says border towns in Thailand, Laos and Myanmar have become regional hubs for telecom and other online fraud.
Wed Jan 15 2025
Asia-Pacific airports soar to new heights in global rankings, says OAG

Asia-Pacific airports soar to new heights in global rankings, says OAG

In terms of international seat capacity, Seoul Incheon ranks highest among Asia Pacific airports.
Wed Jan 15 2025
Unilever's Indonesia headache worsens with boycott as local brands seize the day

Unilever's Indonesia headache worsens with boycott as local brands seize the day

Unilever faces backlash in Muslim-majority countries over perceived support for Israel's Gaza military offensive through business activity.
Fri Jan 10 2025
Penang is one of Lonely Planet's seven best places to visit in Southeast Asia

Penang is one of Lonely Planet's seven best places to visit in Southeast Asia

Lonely Planet describes Penang a vibrant blend of Malay, Chinese and Indian cultures, showcased in its food, architecture and traditions.
Tue Jan 07 2025
Malaysia, Singapore announce deal on Johor economic zone

Malaysia, Singapore announce deal on Johor economic zone

The Southeast Asian neighbours first agreed in principle to jointly develop the economic zone a year ago.
Tue Jan 07 2025
[COLUMNIST] Can Russia-ASEAN cooperation thrive in a fragmented world?

[COLUMNIST] Can Russia-ASEAN cooperation thrive in a fragmented world?

From a Russian perspective, they have long maintained constructive partnerships with Asia.
Mon Jan 06 2025
APEC returns to South Korea after 20 years, to zero in on innovation, digitalisation, sustainability

APEC returns to South Korea after 20 years, to zero in on innovation, digitalisation, sustainability

South Korea, which will be hosting the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) this year for the first time in 20 years, will focus on innovation, digitalisation and sustainability.
Thu Jan 02 2025
Consider This: EPF for Migrant Workers (Part 2) — Ensuring A Fair Share For All

Consider This: EPF for Migrant Workers (Part 2) — Ensuring A Fair Share For All

To mark International Migrants Day on the 18th of December, today we reflect on the millions of workers who have left their homes and families to cross borders in search of better opportunities. In Budget 2025 the Malaysian government unveiled a bold proposal to extend mandatory EPF contributions to non-citizen workers. The move is seen as a step forward in improving worker welfare and aligning Malaysia closer to international labour standards. But for business owners, the measure raises red flags about increased costs and potential economic impacts. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Professor Niaz Asadullah, Southeast Asia Lead of the Global Labour Organisation.
Wed Dec 18 2024
New US solar tariffs on Southeast Asia to raise prices, cut profit margins

New US solar tariffs on Southeast Asia to raise prices, cut profit margins

The new duties extend the United States' anti-dumping regime in Southeast Asia to solar cells, from just finished modules previously.
Mon Dec 02 2024
Asia's factories perk up on China recovery but Trump risks loom

Asia's factories perk up on China recovery but Trump risks loom

Many Chinese exporters are scrambling to get their goods to major markets ahead of tariffs from the US and European Union.
Mon Dec 02 2024
How ASEAN's cybersecurity push could protect people and economies

How ASEAN's cybersecurity push could protect people and economies

ASEAN is stepping up to create a more secure regional cyberspace.
Sun Nov 24 2024
UK teenager jailed for minimum of 52 years for 'harrowing' Southport girls' murders

UK teenager jailed for minimum of 52 years for 'harrowing' Southport girls' murders

Axel Rudakubana admitted killing the girls and stabbing 10 others last July in the northern English town of Southport.
Fri Jan 24 2025
Gaza ceasefire traps Netanyahu between Trump and far-right allies

Gaza ceasefire traps Netanyahu between Trump and far-right allies

Netanyahu must balance keeping his coalition intact and satisfying Trump, who seeks to use the ceasefire to expand Israel's Mideast ties.
Fri Jan 24 2025
Syria's new leaders turn to Islamic law in effort to rebuild Assad's police

Syria's new leaders turn to Islamic law in effort to rebuild Assad's police

Ensuring stability and winning the trust of people across Syria will be crucial for the Sunni Muslim Islamists to cement their rule.
Fri Jan 24 2025
Aiming to weaken US foes, Trump faces an 'unholy alliance'

Aiming to weaken US foes, Trump faces an 'unholy alliance'

The grouping of four US foes, adds up to a loss of leverage for the US and its partners, say analysts.
Fri Jan 24 2025
Thailand's visa waiver for Chinese tourists under fire after string of crimes

Thailand's visa waiver for Chinese tourists under fire after string of crimes

The visa-free policy has increased transnational crime, partly from Chinese criminals who use Thailand as a base, the Senator says.
Fri Jan 24 2025
80 children of former GISB members remain unclaimed - Nancy

80 children of former GISB members remain unclaimed - Nancy

Some parents wish to reunite with their kids, but others changed their minds for unknown reasons, says Nancy Shukri.
Thu Jan 23 2025
MACC-FBI-DOJ collaboration recovers US20 mln linked to 1MDB

MACC-FBI-DOJ collaboration recovers US20 mln linked to 1MDB

MACC says Frank White Jr. voluntarily agreed to surrender funds to the DOJ after learning they originated from misappropriated 1MDB money.
Thu Jan 23 2025
Malaysia aims to reclaim top spot as world's leading rubber producer in 10 years - DPM Zahid

Malaysia aims to reclaim top spot as world's leading rubber producer in 10 years - DPM Zahid

The replanting process must utilise high-quality saplings and automated methods for tapping and collection, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid.
Thu Jan 23 2025
Ousted South Korean defence minister testifies Yoon never intended full martial law

Ousted South Korean defence minister testifies Yoon never intended full martial law

Kim Yong-hyun says he wanted a broader military deployment but was overruled by President Yoon Suk-Yeol.
Thu Jan 23 2025
Bloomberg philanthropy to cover US climate dues after Paris withdrawal

Bloomberg philanthropy to cover US climate dues after Paris withdrawal

Bloomberg Philanthropies will cover US dues to UN Climate Change body, ensuring emissions reporting despite Trump's climate policy pullback.
Thu Jan 23 2025