Thailand Declares 2024 the Year of Tourism
BANGKOK – In a bold move to revitalize its tourism sector, Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has declared 2024 as the “Tourism Year,” signaling the country’s readiness to welcome visitors from around the globe. This initiative is part of a … Continue reading Thailand Declares 2024 the Year of Tourism
Global IT Outage Causes Widespread Disruption
SINGAPORE – In an unprecedented event, major airports across Southeast and East Asia are experiencing significant disruptions due to a widespread IT outage. The situation has escalated rapidly, with long queues forming at check-in counters and numerous flights being delayed … Continue reading Global IT Outage Causes Widespread Disruption
H2O in Crisis: Southeast Asia’s Vital Resource
MANILA – In the verdant and vibrant landscapes of Southeast Asia, water is not merely a resource but the very lifeblood of its societies. Historically, water has shaped the culture, economy, and daily lives of the region’s inhabitants. From the … Continue reading H2O in Crisis: Southeast Asia’s Vital Resource
Southeast Asian countries experience extreme heat wave
BANGKOK – Southeast Asia is currently grappling with an unprecedented extreme heat wave, leaving millions of people sweltering under scorching temperatures. As the mercury soars, the region faces significant challenges, and the consequences for its inhabitants are dire. The Heatwave’s … Continue reading Southeast Asian countries experience extreme heat wave
China’s rising influence in Southeast Asia
WASHINGTON – China has been expanding its economic, political and military presence in Southeast Asia, a region of vital strategic importance for global trade and security. How have the countries of Southeast Asia responded to China’s growing influence? What are … Continue reading China’s rising influence in Southeast Asia