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South China Morning Postpolitics1 day ago
Myanmar Foreign Minister Meets Southeast Asian Counterparts in Bangkok
U Tin Maung Swe held talks with diplomats from Thailand and other Southeast Asian nations over the July 11-12 weekend. Discussions covered a renewed peace initiative and the welfare of former leader Aung San Suu Kyi. South China Morning Post reported the meetings in Bangkok.
gellerreport.comfinance6 days ago
Kazakhstan Plans Privately Funded Cargo Terminal at Iran’s Bandar Abbas Port
Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin told parliament in late June that the 15-hectare facility will be financed entirely by private investors. The project aims to give Kazakhstan access to Indian, East African, Persian Gulf and Southeast Asian markets via an existing rail link…
koreaherald.comworld7 days ago
South Korea and ASEAN Review Strategic Partnership at Seoul Meeting
Representatives from South Korea and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations met in Seoul on July 7 to review progress on their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and discuss expanded cooperation in security, economic, and cultural areas.
technology7 days ago
Virtual taekwondo debuts at Asian Games after growth in Southeast Asia
The sport, which pairs VR headsets and motion sensors with traditional kicking techniques, will appear at the Asian Games in Japan this year. It has drawn athletes across age groups and experience levels in Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia, and Vietnam.
supchina.comworld9 days ago
China Plans to Export Seabed Cable-Locating Robots to Southeast Asia, Middle East and Europe
Robots developed at Dalian Jiaotong University can locate buried marine cables with less than 5 percent error and operate at depths up to 300 meters. The export aims to integrate Chinese technology into global offshore markets.
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pakistantoday.com.pkbusiness14 days ago
Philippines became China’s second-largest solar export market amid 2026 energy emergency and regional rationing
Shipments topped 4,000 megawatts in four months as Southeast Asian governments responded to the Hormuz closure with rationing and rooftop solar installations. A fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire has reopened the strait but the shift toward renewables continues.
gatestoneinstitute.orgworld17 days ago
Al Jazeera Releases 25-Minute Investigation into Myanmar Scam Operations
The 101 East program published a two-year probe on June 27 detailing how Southeast Asia's cyberscam networks traffic victims and extract funds. The report outlines the industry's structure and reach across more than 60 countries.
cnbc.comsports18 days ago
New York Knicks Win 2026 NBA Championship Over San Antonio Spurs
The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs to claim the title. The league is expanding fan engagement and technology programs in Southeast Asia.
csmonitor.comworld20 days ago
Philippines Fertility Rate at 1.7 and Thailand at 0.9, Both Below Replacement Level
The Philippines now records 1.7 children per woman while Thailand sits at 0.9, both below the 2.1 replacement level. Middle-income Southeast Asian nations face rapid fertility declines once limited to wealthier countries.
The Hollywood Reporterbusiness27 days ago
Viu and iQIYI Launch Combined Streaming Subscription in Four Southeast Asian Markets
Viu and iQIYI will offer a single subscription that pairs their content libraries across Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines and Malaysia starting in the second half of 2026. The services announced the bundle at a conference in Bali.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics28 days ago
IEA Report Links Iran War to Southeast Asia Energy Import Risks
An International Energy Agency report says the Iran war exposed Southeast Asia's reliance on oil and gas imports through the Strait of Hormuz. The agency projects the region's energy import bill could triple to $245 billion by 2035 without faster diversification.
Semaforworld34 days ago
Foxconn to Invest in 1GW of Solar and Wind in Vietnam as It Shifts Production from China Amid Trade Tensions and Energy Disruptions
The electronics manufacturer will build renewable projects in the Southeast Asian country, which has faced energy disruptions since the Middle East conflict began.
Engadgettechnology35 days ago
Sega Announces Virtua Fighter Crossroads, a Narrative-Driven Game by RGG Studio Launching in 2027
Virtua Fighter Crossroads places four new protagonists in the fictional Southeast Asian city of Vilasapara and mixes story choices with one-on-one fights.
finance37 days ago
All In FutureTech Alliance Updates Hainan Digital Park and Silicon Photonics Plans
The company outlined progress on a proposed industrial park in Hainan and integration with Southeast Asian fiber networks. Discussions with local government officials focused on project planning and policy support.
about.fb.comfinance39 days ago
Four Companies Join DOJ-Led Effort Targeting Southeast Asian Scam Networks
Meta, Microsoft, Coinbase and Starlink participated in a Department of Justice operation that produced 63 arrests, 1.4 million account takedowns and $3 million in frozen cryptocurrency assets linked to Southeast Asian scam operations.
asiaone.comworld40 days ago
Philippines and Vietnam elevate bilateral ties to Enhanced Strategic Partnership
Manila and Hanoi announced the upgrade during a June 1 state visit. The new status is the first of its kind for both countries and makes Vietnam the Philippines’ sole strategic partner in Southeast Asia.
manilatimes.netfinance40 days ago
Tech firms and federal prosecutors disrupt Southeast Asia scam operations
Apple, Google, Meta, Microsoft, and Coinbase worked with federal prosecutors over four days to freeze accounts and cryptocurrency tied to transnational fraud rings. The effort, called Disruption Week by the Department of Justice, resulted in frozen funds, removed accounts, and ar…
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joemygod.comtechnology41 days ago
Meta disables 1.4 million scam accounts in multi-company operation
Meta, Microsoft, Coinbase and Starlink worked with the Justice Department and several countries' police agencies to target Southeast Asia-based scam networks. The effort produced account takedowns, cryptocurrency freezes and dozens of arrests.
indiatoday.intoday.inbusiness43 days ago
Iran war raises jet fuel costs and cuts flights to Southeast Asia
Elevated fuel prices and route changes linked to the Iran conflict have prompted airlines to cancel flights and increase fares to tourism-dependent countries. Tourism revenue supports millions of jobs and contributes up to 13 percent of GDP in Thailand.
news.sky.compolitics46 days ago
Global Electric Vehicle Sales Rise in Multiple Regions
Electric vehicle sales reached record shares in several markets during 2025. Data show growth in China, Southeast Asia, Latin America, and parts of Europe. The International Energy Agency reported the shift occurred despite slower adoption in the United States.
Abc Newspolitics46 days ago
ASEAN Leaders to Hold Summit with Putin in Russia in June
Philippine officials said Southeast Asian heads of state will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin during a commemorative summit scheduled for June 17-18 in Kazan. The announcement follows a phone call between the Philippine foreign secretary and her Russian counterpart.
en.globes.co.ilbusiness49 days ago
Electric vehicle sales in Southeast Asia more than doubled in 2025
Electric vehicle sales in Southeast Asia more than doubled in 2025. Sales rose 80 percent in the first quarter of 2026 compared with the same period a year earlier.
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business-standard.comfinance53 days ago
Southeast Asian Bond Yield Gaps Widen on Oil Prices
Higher oil prices are adding to inflation and fiscal pressures in several Southeast Asian countries. Analysts expect the gap between short- and long-term bond yields to increase further.
finance53 days ago
Varde Partners Plans $1 Billion Asia Private Credit Fund
Varde Partners is preparing to launch its first Asia-focused private credit fund with a $1 billion target. The vehicle will invest across India, Australia and Southeast Asia. Several other firms have also raised or are preparing Asia credit and private equity funds.
leftfootforward.orgfinance53 days ago
Crypto Billionaire Christopher Harborne Donated Millions to Reform UK
Christopher Harborne, a cryptocurrency billionaire, has donated millions of pounds to Reform UK, including a £5 million gift to Nigel Farage in 2024. A Sky News reporter is traveling in southeast Asia to locate Harborne and examine his current activities.
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newser.comfinance54 days ago
Chinese Solar Exports Rose in April Despite End of Tax Refunds
Chinese exports of solar cells and panels increased in April after the government ended export tax refunds on April 1. Shipments to Africa and Southeast Asia rose sharply compared with April 2025, according to Chinese customs data reported by Reuters.
soranews24.comfinance55 days ago
Taiwanese Firm Expands Production of One-Way Attack Drones
A Taichung-based manufacturer is scaling output of domestically produced one-way attack drones modeled on Iran's Shahed design. The Central News Agency reported rising orders from Japan, India, and Southeast Asian countries.
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ASEAN Survey Shows Mixed Views on China and U.S. Influence
A regional survey found rising trust in China among Southeast Asian respondents while concerns about its political influence remain high. The report also examined ASEAN's efforts to maintain autonomy amid U.S.-China competition.
digitimes.comworld56 days ago
Southeast Asian Companies Report Higher Energy Costs and Lower Demand
Companies in Southeast Asia have reported increased energy costs and weaker consumer demand amid the ongoing Middle East conflict. The developments come as the conflict enters its third month.
deccanchronicle.comworld57 days ago
Southeast Asia Power Demand From Data Centers and EVs Projected to Rise Over 100 TWh by 2031
A new report forecasts Southeast Asia's electricity consumption from data centers and electric vehicles will increase by more than 100 terawatt-hours over the next five years. The growth is expected to add pressure on regional power systems.
Forbesfinance57 days ago
LNG Prices Double After Strait of Hormuz Blockade
LNG prices in Southeast Asia have doubled to $20.80 per MMBtu following the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Regional governments are accelerating renewable energy projects and discussing an integrated power grid.
indianexpress.comworld60 days ago
88-Foot Nagatitan Dinosaur Remains Discovered in Thailand
British and Thai researchers have identified Nagatitan, the largest and geologically youngest sauropod known from Southeast Asia. The Cretaceous Period fossils, first spotted by a villager in Chaiyaphum province, include a 5.8-foot humerus and indicate the creature weighed 25 to…
Al Jazeerascience59 days agoUpdated
Scientists Name Nagatitan chaiyaphumensis, Largest Dinosaur Discovered in Southeast Asia
Palaeontologists have identified a new species of sauropod from fossils first spotted by a villager in Thailand a decade ago. The 27-metre-long herbivore, named Nagatitan chaiyaphumensis, lived roughly 113 million years ago and weighed between 25 and 28 tons. The study, published…
technology61 days ago
Short Seller Culper Research Targets Company Over Alleged China Revenue Ties
Culper Research disclosed a short position against the company, stating that more than 20% of its fiscal 2026 compute revenue is tied to China. The short seller alleged GPU diversion and use of Southeast Asian intermediaries to bypass U.S. trade restrictions. The company has prev…
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manilatimes.networld63 days ago
ASEAN Summit in Cebu Focuses on Energy, Food Security and Myanmar Crisis
Southeast Asian nations met in the Philippines from May 6 to 8, 2026, with the deepening economic toll of the United States and Israel’s war on Iran at the top of the agenda. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. outlined priorities on energy, food and citizen safety while urging peace…
en.antaranews.comworld63 days ago
Indonesian Police Arrest 321 Foreign Nationals in Jakarta Online Gambling Operation
Authorities detained 228 Vietnamese, 57 Chinese and others from five Southeast Asian nations at a commercial building near Jakarta’s Chinatown on May 10, 2026. The operation targeted a structured syndicate running at least 75 betting platforms that had operated for about two mont…
gamereactor.eupolitics64 days ago
Macron Addresses African Leaders at Summit in Kenya
French President Emmanuel Macron spoke at a summit in Kenya attended by more than 30 African leaders. He stated that France and its partners are the true pan-Africanists. Macron described Africa as the world’s youngest continent with economic growth projected to outpace Southeast…
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theverge.compolitics64 days ago
Myanmar Says ASEAN Applies Discriminatory Measures After Summit Exclusion
Myanmar officials stated on May 11, 2026 that discriminatory measures are preventing the country from participating in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. The 11-country bloc has excluded Myanmar's post-coup leadership from summits since the 2021 military takeover. The ju…
Fortunefinance64 days ago
Mah Sing Buys Kuala Lumpur Land Plot for Future Development, Continues Data Center Push in Malaysia
The Malaysian conglomerate, ranked No. 422 on Fortune’s Southeast Asia 500, reported decade-high real estate sales of 2.51 billion ringgit in 2025 and raised its 2026 revenue guidance to 2.76 billion ringgit. Deputy CEO Lionel Leong cited natural economic spillovers from 5.2 perc…
Los Angeles Timesworld66 days ago
Southeast Asian Leaders Adopt Contingency Plan at ASEAN Summit in Philippines
Leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations approved a series of steps to address economic effects from the Iran war during their annual summit hosted by the Philippines. The plan includes coordinated fuel sharing, a regional power grid, fuel stockpiles and diversific…
Rapplerworld67 days ago
48th ASEAN Summit Opens in Cebu, Philippines
Lumad Basakanon dance troupe and two choral groups performed at the opening ceremony of the 48th ASEAN Summit on May 8, 2026 in Cebu. The event featured a traditional dance and a rendition of the ASEAN anthem “The ASEAN Way.” Cebu-based ensembles with international competition wi…
winnipegfreepress.comworld67 days ago
ASEAN Leaders Meet in Philippines to Address Middle East Conflict Impacts
Southeast Asian leaders gathered in Cebu on Friday to develop a contingency plan for stable fuel and food supplies amid the Iran conflict. The summit also focused on evacuating more than a million regional citizens working in the Middle East. Officials called for extending a mont…
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The Japan Timespolitics67 days ago
Southeast Asian Nations Consider Easing Myanmar’s Isolation
Cambodian and Indonesian officials cited the release of more than 4,000 prisoners and the transfer of Aung San Suu Kyi to house arrest as reasons to deepen engagement with Myanmar's junta. Roger Stone, 73, accepted a $50,000 monthly contract to lobby for improved U.S. relations o…
Rapplerworld67 days ago
ASEAN Prepares for Summit in Cebu as Philippines Hosts Regional Meetings
Southeast Asian leaders arrived in Cebu on May 7 for the 48th ASEAN Summit. Foreign and economic ministers held meetings while the Philippines convened a BIMP-EAGA summit and a trilateral meeting on a Cambodia-Thailand border dispute. The main leaders' meetings are scheduled for…
news.google.comfinance68 days ago
Asian Development Bank Plans $70 Billion in Energy and Digital Infrastructure Financing for Asia-Pacific Through 2035
The Asian Development Bank announced a $70 billion initiative for new energy and digital projects across Asia and the Pacific with a 2035 deadline. The plan features a pan-Asia power grid and an Asia-Pacific digital highway. Southeast Asian nations including Indonesia, Vietnam an…
japantimes.co.jpworld68 days ago
Southeast Asian Leaders to Issue Contingency Plan on International Law and Energy Security
ASEAN leaders will adopt a declaration at their summit in the Philippines that reaffirms international law, sovereignty and freedom of navigation. The document also contains a regional contingency plan to address energy shortages and economic fallout from the Middle East conflict…
Semaforworld69 days ago
Southeast Asian Leaders Gather for Summit Amid Economic Fallout from Iran War
Southeast Asian leaders convened for a summit as their countries face significant economic effects from the Iran war. The gathering occurs as some nations adjust their relationships with the United States and seek ties with China. Thailand reported higher-than-expected inflation…
insidermonkey.compolitics69 days ago
Cambodian PM's Cousin Claims 30% Ownership in Digital Payments Firm Huione Pay
The cousin of Cambodia's prime minister stated he owned a 30 percent stake in Huione Pay, a digital payments platform. Huione Pay is accused of laundering funds for transnational criminal groups. These groups perpetrate cyberscams from Southeast Asia.
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financialpost.comai71 days ago
Southeast Asian Newsrooms Launch 'Good As News' Podcast on Journalism and AI Challenges
A coalition of independent newsrooms in Southeast Asia has launched the 'Good As News' podcast series to address the future of journalism amid AI advancements. The pilot episode, released on May 4, 2026, features discussions on the hidden news crisis and its impacts. Moderated by…
Nbc Newsworld72 days ago
New York Gallery Hosts Photo Exhibition on Industrial Fishing in Southeast Asia
A nine-month investigation by freelance photojournalist Nicole Tung examines industrial fishing's toll on marine ecosystems in Thailand, the Philippines, and Indonesia. The exhibition, titled 'Overfishing in Southeast Asia,' recently appeared at the Bronx Documentary Center. Imag…
theindependent.sgai72 days ago
Over a Dozen Southeast Asian News Outlets Issue Joint Statement on AI's Effects on Journalism for World Press Freedom Day
More than a dozen Southeast Asian news organizations issued a joint statement on May 3, 2026, highlighting the adverse effects of large language model AI systems on journalism, facts and democracy. The statement, released on World Press Freedom Day, addresses challenges from big…
rediff.compolitics76 days ago
East Asian Nations Divided in Preferences Between US and China, Survey Indicates
A recent survey of Southeast Asian opinion leaders shows a split in preferences between aligning with the United States or China. Countries like Indonesia and Malaysia favor China, while the Philippines and Vietnam lean toward the U.S. Experts attribute these divisions to geograp…
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CJ Cheiljedang Signs MOU with Bach Hoa Xanh to Expand Korean Food Supply in Vietnam
South Korean food company CJ Cheiljedang Corp. announced it signed a memorandum of understanding with Vietnamese supermarket chain Bach Hoa Xanh. The agreement aims to strengthen their partnership and increase CJ Cheiljedang's market presence in Southeast Asia. It will expand the…
South China Morning Postworld79 days ago
China Pledges Support for Myanmar's New Government and Anti-Scam Efforts
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Myanmar's president during a Southeast Asia trip, pledging assistance for multilateral engagement and telecom scam eradication. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and supporting Myanmar's sovereignty. The meeting…
South China Morning Postfinance79 days ago
Drone Vendors Target Southeast Asian Markets at Kuala Lumpur Defence Exhibition
Vendors from around the world gathered at the Defence Services Asia exhibition in Kuala Lumpur last week to pursue deals amid growing interest in unmanned aerial vehicles from Southeast Asia's defence ministries. A UAE-based firm showcased its high-performance helicopter drone, h…
Bloombergworld81 days ago
China's Top Envoy Visits Thailand and Cambodia Amid Regional Online Scam Discussions
China's top envoy visited Thailand and Cambodia. During the visit, the envoy signaled Beijing's concerns about online scams originating from Southeast Asia. The concerns highlight issues with scams emanating from the region, according to Beijing.
koreatimes.co.krworld81 days ago
Gasoline Prices Rise Globally Following Start of Iran Conflict
Gasoline prices have increased significantly in several countries since the onset of the conflict involving Iran. The largest increases were reported in Myanmar, the Philippines, and Malaysia, with the United States also experiencing a notable rise. The changes affect regions inc…
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Bloombergworld82 days ago
UK Development Finance Institution Establishes £1.1 Billion Fund for Energy Transition in India and Southeast Asia
The UK's development finance institution has created a £1.1 billion fund aimed at supporting energy transition sectors. The fund targets projects in India and Southeast Asia. This initiative focuses on backing efforts to shift toward sustainable energy sources.
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Podcast Examines Iran War's Global Impacts and Geopolitical Shifts
A Foreign Affairs podcast episode explores the ongoing war in Iran and its effects on global energy and geopolitics. Guests Matias Spektor and Kishore Mahbubani discuss economic impacts on various countries and interpretations of U.S. actions. The conversation highlights changes…
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Ascentium Acquires Dezan Shira & Associates in Latest Expansion Move
Asia-based business services platform Ascentium, backed by Hillhouse Investment, is acquiring 33-year-old advisory firm Dezan Shira & Associates. The deal enhances Ascentium's presence in mainland China and Southeast Asia amid rising Chinese outward investment. It marks Ascentium…
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