Plane crash in Thailand kills at least five
The aircraft, carrying five people, crashed into the sea off the Gulf of Thailand near Baby Grande Hua Hin Hotel in Cha-am district, Phetchaburi province, about 8km from Hua Hin town centre and close to Hua Hin airport.
Vietnam reaffirms commitment to ASEAN socio-cultural vision 2045
Thang highlighted three key strategic priorities for ASEAN moving forward: strengthening unity and the central role of the people; enhancing connectivity with a whole-of-community approach to ensure equitable access to opportunities and leave no one behind; and upholding ASEAN's centrality while promoting partnerships for shared benefit. He also underscored the importance of communication, particularly in raising public awareness about ASEAN’s values and significance.
Indonesia expects 5% economic growth despite IMF forecast
Indonesian Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati has expressed confidence that the country’s economy will grow by up to 5% in 2025, despite the International Monetary Fund (IMF) having revised down its growth forecast for Indonesia to 4.7%.
Indonesian president launches movement against waste
Speaking at the launch of the Indonesian Planting Movement in Ogan Ilir, Palembang, South Sumatra on April 23, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto urged citizens to begin with simple but impactful actions, such as keeping their surroundings clean and protecting the environment.
Malaysia unveils cybersecurity strategy 2025–2030
Kaspersky’s general manager for Southeast Asia Yeo Siang Tiong said the strategies have been carefully designed to strengthen the nation’s cyber defence system and underscore the country’s firm commitment to building a secure and trustworthy cyberspace.
Indonesia emphasises ASEAN’s role in anchoring regional peace, balance
Speaking at a meeting with Indonesian Ambassador to Singapore Suryo Pratomo on April 23, Yudhoyono said that Indonesia and Singapore must increase collaboration in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as an anchor for peace and balance, and maintain these good relations.
Indonesia, Switzerland initiate development cooperation programme
The Indonesia-Switzerland collaboration focuses on three main pillars, namely increasing public sector efficiency and economic competitiveness; strengthening human resource capacity through vocational education; and developing sustainable infrastructure.
Thailand proposes “Six Countries, One Destination” campaign
The plan has been conceived to improve cross-border travel and promote shared experiences across Thailand, Singapore, Cambodia, Malaysia, Vietnam, and a sixth ASEAN country yet to be confirmed.
Vietnam, Cambodia advance together in new era: Cambodian scholar
A Cambodian scholar has underlined the historical significance of Vietnam’s victory to liberate the South and reunify the nation on April 30, 1975, saying that it was a profoundly significant political event, and an unique and miraculous heroic epic for the Vietnamese, which encouraged and promoted the struggle for independence and freedom.
Indonesia’s government office zone scheduled for June completion
OIKN Secretary Bimo Adi Nursanthyasto stated that this area encompasses palaces, as well as the headquarters of coordinating ministries and the State Secretariat Ministry.
Vietnam’s will leading to past victories and current success: French Honorary Senator
Hélène Luc, French Honorary Senator, Honorary President of the France-Vietnam Friendship Association (AAFV), attributed the successes achieved after the war to the will of the entire nation: the desire to expand relations with other peoples through its diplomats, thereby establishing diplomatic ties with almost every country in the world.
Venezuelan TV hails Vietnam’s revolutionary heroism as beacon for prosperity aspiration
Although 50 years have passed, the Vietnamese revolutionary heroism remains undimmed, continuing to inspire and strengthen the will and aspirations of every generation of the Vietnamese people.
Thailand's data centre services market to expand 8% in 2025
Data centre services are expected to account for 43.3% of the overall Thai data centre market this year, with the remainder coming from companies' investment in their own data centres, according to Kasikorn Research Centre (K-Research).
Singapore launches election campaign
According to regulations, the campaign period will last until just before polling day on May 3. Political parties with six or more candidates are allowed to participate in two Political Party Broadcasts (PPBs) for the general election.
Thailand releases 330 million USD to boost grassroots development
The village fund programme in Thailand has operated for over 20 years, circulating more than 300 billion THB (8.9 billion USD) to date. She credited the initiative to former PM Thaksin Shinawatra, which was continued and expanded by former PM Yingluck Shinawatra, in 2012 with additional budget allocations.
Thailand seeks to strengthen Halal cooperation with Malaysia
Thailand is studying Malaysia’s Halal market as part of its strategy to boost future food exports, as the two countries promote cooperation within the ASEAN framework.
Thailand to trial mobile phone-based disaster alert system
The Cell Broadcast System (CBS) will be piloted next month in several areas, including the capital Bangkok, which was badly shaken by the 7.7-magnitude quake in neighbouring Myanmar.
Thailand promotes cruise tourism
Last year, Thailand recorded 162 cruise ship calls, carrying 379,036 passengers and 163,331 crew members, generating 1.89 billion THB (56.5 million USD) in revenue, a 6.9% increase from 2023. Leading source markets include Singapore, the UK, Malaysia, the US, and Germany.
ASEAN, US hold 37th annual dialogue in Cambodia
The co-chairs highlighted the strong and durable partnership with ASEAN over the past 48 years. They discussed pressing geopolitical issues, including the importance of facilitating a free and open Indo-Pacific. O’Neill further expressed the need to uphold freedom of navigation and overflight in the East Sea.
Thailand's new law aims to strengthen fight against cybercrime
Thailand's new law aims to strengthen fight against cybercrime
