Tag: Southeast Asia

April 30, 2025

Vietnam has announced the closure of several state-run television channels as part of a government cost-cutting initiative. This move, aimed ...

Indonesia’s West Java to send ‘delinquent’ students to military camps – Asia News Network

West Java’s Bold Move: Transforming Troubled Teens Through Military Camps

by Samuel Brown

April 30, 2025

In a controversial move, West Java officials announced plans to send "delinquent" students to military camps as part of a ...

East Timor faithful, ex-rebels see hope after Pope Francis – The Rochester Sentinel

East Timor’s Faithful and Former Rebels Find New Hope After Pope Francis’ Visit

by Noah Rodriguez

In East Timor, the faithful and former rebels are filled with a renewed sense of hope after Pope Francis' recent ...

Why US-Philippines military exercises won’t stop China in the South China Sea – ThinkChina

Unpacking the Impact: Why US-Philippines Military Exercises Fall Short Against China’s South China Sea Ambitions

by Olivia Williams

US-Philippines military exercises, aimed at bolstering regional security, may not deter China's assertive claims in the South China Sea. Analysts ...

Myanmar’s deadly earthquake exposes void left by US in global disaster responses – CNN

How Myanmar’s Devastating Earthquake Highlights the Gaps in Global Disaster Response

by Ava Thompson

A recent devastating earthquake in Myanmar has highlighted the significant gap left by the United States in global disaster response ...

Oman, Brunei sign media cooperation agreement – Muscat Daily

Oman and Brunei Forge Exciting New Media Partnership!

Oman and Brunei have officially signed a media cooperation agreement, fostering stronger ties between the two nations. The pact aims ...

Thai king heads to Bhutan for 1st official overseas visit in 8-year rule – Nikkei Asia

Thai King Embarks on Historic First Overseas Visit to Bhutan After Eight Years

by Charlotte Adams

Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn is poised to embark on his first official overseas visit in eight years, setting his sights ...

Korean Business Leaders Join Forces with Indonesian President to Strengthen Economic Ties

by Ava Thompson

Korean business leaders met with Indonesian President Joko Widodo to enhance economic cooperation between the two nations. Discussions focused on ...

1 month after Myanmar’s devastating earthquake, many are still looking for loved ones – WWNO

One Month After Myanmar’s Earthquake: Families Continue the Heartbreaking Search for Missing Loved Ones

by Samuel Brown

One month has passed since a catastrophic earthquake rocked Myanmar, leaving families in a heart-wrenching quest to find their missing ...

April 30 victory is a great triumph of both Laos and Vietnam: military officer – Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

April 30 Victory: A Historic Triumph for Laos and Vietnam

by Isabella Rossi

April 30 is a day of celebration for both Laos and Vietnam, symbolizing a powerful legacy of resilience and unity. ...

China, Indonesia ties continue to mature, with roots deepening in mutual respect, understanding amid global uncertainties: Indonesian envoy – Global Times

Strengthening Bonds: How China and Indonesia are Cultivating Deeper Ties Amid Global Uncertainties

by William Green

China and Indonesia are strengthening their partnership, with mutual respect and understanding at the forefront as they navigate global uncertainties, ...

Việt Nam emerges as key growth engine in Boeing’s Southeast Asia strategy – vietnamnews.vn

Vietnam: The Driving Force Behind Boeing’s Southeast Asia Expansion

by Victoria Jones

Việt Nam is set to become a pivotal player in Boeing's Southeast Asia strategy, emerging as a dynamic growth engine ...

New partners for the Indo-Pacific: Turkey-ASEAN relations amid increasing geopolitical uncertainties – 9DashLine

Strengthening Ties: Turkey and ASEAN Forge New Alliances in an Uncertain Indo-Pacific Landscape

by Charlotte Adams

As geopolitical tensions rise in the Indo-Pacific, Turkey is forging stronger connections with the ASEAN bloc. This exciting new partnership ...

Philippines, U.S. Test Air Defenses as China Seizes Reef – The China-Global South Project

Philippines and U.S. Strengthen Air Defenses Amid China’s Aggressive Reef Claims

by Olivia Williams

As tensions soar in the South China Sea, the Philippines and the U.S. have joined forces for dynamic air defense ...

Could an earthquake shift the balance in Myanmar’s civil war? – Al Jazeera

Could a Major Earthquake Change the Course of Myanmar’s Civil War?

by Atticus Reed

A recent earthquake in Myanmar has sparked worries about its ability to alter the course of the ongoing civil war. ...

“Flowing water cannot be severed” — How Xi Jinping promotes China-Malaysia friendship – Xinhua

Unbreakable Bonds: How Xi Jinping Strengthens China-Malaysia Friendship

In a recent statement, Xi Jinping beautifully captured the essence of the bond between China and Malaysia, describing their friendship ...

East Timor PM says Francis left legacy of reconciliation, tackled abuse – Community Newspaper Group

East Timor PM Celebrates Pope Francis’ Legacy of Reconciliation and Commitment to Addressing Abuse

by Ethan Riley

East Timor's Prime Minister lauded Pope Francis for his remarkable legacy of reconciliation and his unwavering commitment to addressing abuse ...

Cambodia’s Descent Into a Death Spiral: Fifty Years On – Council on Foreign Relations

Fifty Years Later: Cambodia’s Struggle Against a Dark Legacy

by Isabella Rossi

Fifty years after the harrowing reign of the Khmer Rouge, Cambodia continues to wrestle with a haunting legacy of violence ...

Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba embarks on Southeast Asia tour as trade and security tensions escalate – Dimsum Daily

Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba Launches Southeast Asia Tour Amid Rising Trade and Security Tensions