Malaysia warns of trade wars, tariffs
By VNA
March 17, 2025 | 16:31
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to sustainable, inclusive, and equitable growth, as well as its ambition to strengthen its position as a key hub for trade, investment, and technological innovation.
Thailand affirms commitment to boost foreign investment
By VNA
March 13, 2025 | 15:27
Speaking at the "Ignite Thailand: Invest in Endless Opportunities" event hosted by the Board of Investment (BOI) on March 12, Paetongtarn highlighted the government’s efforts to foster investor confidence, ensure resource and human capital readiness, and showcase Thailand as a secure and rewarding investment destination.
Thai government urged to set up 'war room' to tackle US tariffs
By VNA
March 12, 2025 | 11:41
The Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) is calling on the government to establish a "war room" to address tariff threats from the administration of US President Donald Trump.
Former Philippine President Duterte arrested on ICC warrant
By VNA
March 12, 2025 | 11:33
The arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte took place on March 11 morning (local time), right after he arrived at an airport in the capital Manila.
Indonesia targets 100 per cent waste management by 2029
By VNA
March 11, 2025 | 15:43
A primary measure to reach this goal is the closure of landfill sites still operating with open dumping systems.
Singapore to apply AI in elderly care
By VNA
March 11, 2025 | 15:01
As Singapore's aging population grows rapidly, projected to reach 25 per cent of the total population by 2030, technology is seen as a key solution to address healthcare workforce shortages.
Thailand tightens security following violent attacks in deep south
By VNA
March 11, 2025 | 14:52
Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has ordered heightened security measures and increased night in the country’s deep south following a series of violent attacks in Sungai Kolok, a border city in Narathiwat province, which left two security officers dead and 11 others injured.
ASEAN states unite for future economic stability
By Nguyen Thanh
March 06, 2025 | 10:41
Vietnam and ASEAN member states are jointly deploying measures to boost the region’s economy, with a focus laid on completing the upgrade of a regional agreement to expand trade and investment.
Indonesia plans over 20 energy projects in 2025
By VNA
March 05, 2025 | 10:09
Indonesia remains heavily dependent on coal and is one of the world’s top greenhouse gas emitters. However, President Prabowo Subianto has pledged to phase out coal-fired power generation within 15 years and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
Bali to use “water taxi” to address traffic congestion
By VNA
March 04, 2025 | 17:15
The proposed service will offer an alternative mode of transport for both local residents and tourists.
RoK, Thailand hold 4th round of economic partnership negotiations
By VNA
March 04, 2025 | 16:48
During the 4th round of negotiations, the two sides plan to focus 17 sectors that cover goods and services, digital technology, government procurement, and economic cooperation.
Thailand busts illegal e-money firms
By VNA
March 03, 2025 | 16:47
Thai authorities raided the companies in Nakhon Pathom, Samut Sakhon, and Bangkok after discovering they were operating without licenses. They arrested 11 executives and employees with a combined revenue of approximately 1 billion THB (nearly 30 million USD).
Thailand to repatriate thousands of scam centre workers from Myanmar
By VNA
March 03, 2025 | 10:51
Some 5,000 Chinese nationals will be sent home, with an average number of 1,000 a week, starting next week, the Thai Foreign Ministry’s spokesperson Nikorndej Balankura told reporters.
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