Tag: Southeast Asia
Asean Summit in Malaysia: Trade Dismay and US Tariffs on Top
So, like, Southeast Asian leaders are getting together in Malaysia on Monday, trying to score some trade deals with new partners because those pesky US tariffs are seriously messing up their export-driven economies. The...
President Macron Visits Vietnam to Start Southeast Asia Tour
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Vietnam on Sunday for the first leg of a tour of Southeast Asia, where he will pitch his country as a reliable alternative partner to the United States...
Asia News Roundup: Myanmar Migrants, Trump Aid Freeze & More
As we delve into the latest news from Asia, we uncover a tapestry of compelling stories that have captured the attention of readers and shed light on pressing issues in the region. From the...
84 Indonesians Trafficked, Scammed in Myanmar, Return Home
Eighty-four Indonesians have arrived back in their homeland, Indonesia, after being trafficked and scammed in Myanmar. This recent group of individuals was repatriated from the region after falling victim to cyberscam operations that have...
Singapore-Indonesia Collaboration to Extradite Corruption Fugitive
Singapore and Indonesia are teaming up to bring a suspected corruption fugitive, Paulus Tannos, to justice in a groundbreaking collaboration under a new treaty. This marks the first time the two countries are working...
Enhancing China-Indonesia Relations: Xi Jinping’s Vision
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in Beijing, marking the start of the Indonesian leader's first foreign tour since taking office in October. President Xi expressed China's desire for a...
Benefits of Trump Tariffs for Malaysia-Singapore Special Zone
In a world currently shaken by the United States' recent imposition of tariffs on key trading partners, the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) stands out as a potential oasis of investment opportunities and stability....
Thailand Cracks Down on Myanmar Scam Hub: PM Vows Action
Thailand's Crackdown on Myanmar Scam Hub: Pledge for ActionIn a significant move to combat fraudulent activities, Thailand has recently taken bold steps to disrupt scam operations flourishing in border areas with Myanmar. These operations...
Rescue of Another Hong Kong Citizen from Scam Farm in Southeast Asia
Another Hong Kong Resident Rescued from Scam Farm in Southeast AsiaIn a recent turn of events, the Security Bureau announced the successful rescue of another Hong Kong citizen from a scam farm in Southeast...
Malaysians Call for Help to Repatriate Scam Victims from Thailand
A week after Thailand took drastic measures by cutting off power to several towns in Myanmar believed to house scam operations, the families of Malaysians who remain trapped inside these compounds are pleading for...
















