ASEAN Observers to Secure Peace at the border
KUALA LUMPUR — Cambodia and Thailand agreed on Thursday to station Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) observers in their disputed border regions. The decision follows a fragile ceasefire after five days of intense clashes in late July that left at … Continue reading ASEAN Observers to Secure Peace at the border
Indonesia Turns to China as U.S. Shrimp Tariffs Bite
JAKARTA/GUANGZHOU — Indonesia’s shrimp industry is racing to find new markets after the United States imposed a 19% import tariff on Indonesian shrimp, disrupting a critical export sector that employs over a million workers. The move, part of Washington’s broader trade … Continue reading Indonesia Turns to China as U.S. Shrimp Tariffs Bite
Record Heatwave Roasts Northern Vietnam
HANOI/TAM DAO — Northern Vietnam is enduring an intense heatwave, with 17 weather stations across seven provinces reporting record-breaking August temperatures, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment reported today. Temperatures peaked on August 3 and 4, with the Hanoi heat reaching … Continue reading Record Heatwave Roasts Northern Vietnam
VinFast Launches $500 Million EV Factory in India
CHENNAI/HO CHI MINH CITY — Vietnam’s electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast has officially commenced production at its $500 million factory in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, marking a significant milestone in its planned $2 billion investment in India. The move is part of VinFast’s … Continue reading VinFast Launches $500 Million EV Factory in India
Malaysia to Host Thailand‑ Cambodia Border Talks
KUALA LUMPUR/BANGKOK/PNOM PENH – Malaysia has been selected as the neutral venue for the upcoming General Border Committee (GBC) meeting between Thailand and Cambodia, slated for August 4–7, 2025 in Kuala Lumpur. The Malaysian Armed Forces confirmed they will facilitate the … Continue reading Malaysia to Host Thailand‑ Cambodia Border Talks