Thailand’s coastline at risk as world's largest iceberg melts
By VNA
March 26, 2025 | 12:22
According to Sonthi, in Thailand, where sea levels have already been rising by an average of 5.8 mm per year, the most vulnerable areas include Phra Samut Chedi district in Samut Prakan province, Bang Khun Thian district in Bangkok, and Bang Krachao in Samut Sakhon province.
Laos hit by hazardous air pollution levels
By VNA
March 26, 2025 | 12:18
The capital city of Vientiane, and the provinces of Xieng Khuang and Sekong also saw PM 2.5 levels surpassing 260 micrograms per cu.m, reaching hazardous levels.
Thailand steps up crackdown on online e-cigarette smuggling
By VNA
March 26, 2025 | 12:10
Thailand's Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES) has blocked over 9,500 URLs linked to e-cigarette sales over the past year.
Indonesia keeps commitment on energy transition
By VNA
March 25, 2025 | 14:50
The US withdrawal from the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) will not reduce the nine other countries' commitment to support Indonesia to achieve the net-zero target date by 2060.
Cambodia reports new death of H5N1 influenza
By VNA
March 25, 2025 | 14:44
H5N1 influenza normally spreads between sick poultry, but it can sometimes spread from poultry to humans.
Microsoft continues AI infrastructure deployment in Malaysia
By VNA
March 21, 2025 | 16:31
Microsoft is monitoring developments related to US export restrictions on semiconductor technology, but its operations in Malaysia have not been affected, according to an executive of the US tech giant.
Malaysia's semiconductor industry faces tough obstacles
By VNA
March 21, 2025 | 16:26
Internal constraints such as a talent crunch, funding problems, and other supply chain gaps are key hurdles Malaysia must overcome if it wants to compete with top industry giants.
International Organisation of La Francophonie to hold Benin event
By Thai An
March 20, 2025 | 10:32
The International Organisation of La Francophonie will organise the sixth Francophone Economic Mission from June 17-19 in Cotonou, Benin.
Thailand developing AI to detect financial fraud
By VNA
March 19, 2025 | 16:26
Thailand is rapidly developing artificial intelligence (AI) for fraud detection, according to SAS Institute, a global leader in the data and AI field.
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.
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