Tag Archives: Southeast Asia

Qantas Data Breach Exposes Millions in Cyberattack

SYDNEY — Qantas Airways confirmed on Sunday that the personal data of 5.7 million customers was stolen in a July cyberattack, marking one of the most significant data breaches in the airline’s history. The incident, which Qantas said targeted a … Continue reading Qantas Data Breach Exposes Millions in Cyberattack

Winter Travel Trends: A Surge in Long-Haul Journeys

BERLIN — Germany’s travelers are planning further ahead and venturing farther afield. According to the German Travel Association (DRV), bookings for the upcoming winter season 2025/26 reveal a clear trend toward long-haul destinations, as more vacationers seek to escape the … Continue reading Winter Travel Trends: A Surge in Long-Haul Journeys

China Responds to U.S. Tariffs with Southeast Asia Outreach

BEIJING — As the U.S.-China trade conflict intensifies under President Donald Trump’s sweeping 145% tariffs on Chinese goods, President Xi Jinping is embarking on a high-stakes diplomatic mission across Southeast Asia, aiming to forge deeper regional alliances and counterbalance the … Continue reading China Responds to U.S. Tariffs with Southeast Asia Outreach

U.S. Tariffs Hit Asia Hardest, Economic Concerns

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The United States has introduced sweeping new tariffs, with the heaviest economic impact expected to fall on Asian countries. Announced on April 2 by President Donald Trump, the policy imposes a 10% tariff on all goods entering … Continue reading U.S. Tariffs Hit Asia Hardest, Economic Concerns

La Niña Arrives in Southeast Asia: Cooler and Wetter

SINGAPORE/BANGKOK/HANOI/MANILA/KUALA LUMPUR – The Meteorological Service Singapore (MSS) has officially declared the onset of La Niña in early February, a climate phenomenon known to bring increased rainfall and cooler temperatures to parts of Southeast Asia, including Singapore. However, experts warn … Continue reading La Niña Arrives in Southeast Asia: Cooler and Wetter