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Heatstroke deaths surge in Thailand, four southern provinces at extreme risk

Prabowo Subianto sworn in as eighth President of Indonesia

Prabowo Subianto, born in 1951, is a politician and a former military general.

Public-private partnerships – key to driving ASEAN’s digital economy

Public-private partnerships (PPPs) are expected to play a crucial role in promoting digital economy in ASEAN member countries through strengthening the application of high technology and creating an innovative and favourable environment for businesses’ development, according to CEO of Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) Anuar Fariz Fadzil.

Thailand asks Laos to waive visa fee at border checkpoints to boost tourism

Sorawong held that the VOA visa exemption will ease travel obstacles for foreign tourists entering Thailand from Laos during certain festivals, then returning to the neighbouring country to continue their trips.

Five Southeast Asian nations agree to share aviation safety data

This initiative marks the first of its kind as the region's aviation industry strives to accelerate recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Thailand creates favourable condition for cross-border tourism

Thailand has approved an extension of the waiver for TM6 immigration forms for foreign tourists entering through 16 land and sea checkpoints until April 30, 2025.

Police find no threatening items on S’pore-bound flight from India after bomb threat

The airline had received an e-mail about an alleged bomb threat on flight AXB684 bound for Singapore from southern Indian city Madurai.

Bangladeshi silent film ‘Nirvana’ wins another prestigious award

"Nirvana" is a unique, silent film that tells its story without dialogue. Set against the backdrop of a factory, it portrays the quiet struggles of three workers.

‘You’ll never get your money back’: Japan’s dancing cops video with anti-scam message goes viral

Showcasing uniformed police officers dancing against different backdrops, the clip is edited with special effects and paired with children singing an anti-scam song in their high-pitched, cutesy voices.

New tour allows visually impaired to experience Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay through touch

The tour takes visually impaired visitors through the Supertree Grove and Flower Dome armed with a 2.5D tactile guidebook, which helps them feel the “shapes” of the various attractions.

Shear line, easterlies to continue to bring rains over northern part of Philippines

Parts of Luzon will continue to experience cloudy skies and rains due to the shearline and easterlies, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said.

UN chief hails ASEAN as bridge for peace

The Secretary-General of the United Nations referred to ASEAN as a “bridge-builder and messenger for peace” following a dialogue with the bloc’s leaders on Friday.

Shanghai unveils its first artificially bred Chinese sturgeon fish

According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, more than one million artificially bred Chinese sturgeons have been released as of June 2024

Attention sought for creators of a-bomb paintings; ‘Hiroshima Panels’ exhibited in Japan, 20 countries

Artists Iri Maruki (1901-1995) and his wife Toshi (1912-2000) from Saitama, went to Hiroshima immediately after the bombing and were involved in relief efforts. Based on their experiences, they created “The Hiroshima Panels” comprising 15 sets of painted folding panels.

China, Laos plan to build connectivity development corridor with Thailand

During his official visit to Laos from October 11-12, Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone concurred to enhance practical cooperation.

Energy partnership between Thailand, Cambodia back on the table

Cambodia has said it is willing to renew negotiations with Thailand for the joint exploration and development of an offshore oil and gas field in the Gulf of Thailand.

Indonesia President Jokowi to inaugurate new palace in Nusantara this week

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo plans to inaugurate the State Palace at Indonesia’s planned future capital of Nusantara in East Kalimantan on Friday, less than two weeks before he leaves office, an aide has said.

ASEAN calls for early conclusion of Code of Conduct in East Sea

This is in accordance with the universally recognised principles of international law, including the United Nations Convention on the Law of Sea 1982 (UNCLOS).

World Bank announces $150 million aid for Nepal disaster relief

Separately, the United Nations sets up a $17.5 million fund to support the government’s efforts.

Laos, Thailand sign six cooperation agreements

The two prime ministers and their delegations evaluated various aspects of the current state of cooperation between Laos and Thailand and determined the direction of future cooperation plans.

Thailand advocates for "collective leadership" vision

Thailand believes ASEAN must work together on climate action, carbon neutrality, the transition to clean energy, green finance, and a green economy, including digital innovation for a sustainable future.