Southeast Asia
Thaipusam Festival Draws 1.8 Million to Malaysia’s Batu Caves
An estimated 1.8 million devotees and visitors have gathered at Malaysia’s Batu Caves to observe the annual Thaipusam festival one of the largest...
Thai Military Recovers Evidence from Cambodian Scam Compound
Thai military forces have recovered extensive evidence from a suspected scam compound near the Cambodia border following clashes that drew attention to the...
Thailand Early Voting Under Way for House Elections
Early voting opened in Thailand as eligible voters unable to cast ballots on official election day participated in choosing candidates for the House...
Indonesia Expands Nationwide Disaster Preparedness Measures
Indonesia announced expanded disaster preparedness measures on January 29 2026 as authorities sought to strengthen national readiness for natural hazards. The country frequently...
China Endorses Myanmar Elections as Steady and Orderly Despite International Criticism
China said on January 28 2026 that recent elections held in Myanmar were conducted in a steady and orderly manner, offering diplomatic support...
US and Cambodia Strengthen Military Cooperation With Warship Visit and Joint Exercises
The United States and Cambodia expanded military cooperation on January 28 2026 following the arrival of the US Navy warship USS Cincinnati at...
Asian Development Bank Approves 149 Million Dollars for Inclusive Growth Projects in Laos
The Asian Development Bank approved funding worth 149 million dollars on January 28 2026 to support inclusive growth projects in Laos, focusing on...
Cebu City Suspends In Person Classes as ASEAN Summit Disrupts Normal Activities
Authorities in Cebu City announced on January 28, 2026 that in person classes would be suspended on January 28 and January 29 as...
Tabaco City Declares State of Calamity as Mayon Volcano Unrest Triggers Evacuations
Authorities in Tabaco City, Albay province, declared a state of calamity on January 27 as renewed unrest at Mayon Volcano continued to pose...
Cambodia Banking Sector Sees Modest Lending Growth and Strong Deposit Surge After 2025
Cambodia’s banking sector has recorded modest growth in lending alongside a notable surge in deposits following 2025, according to recent industry reports and...
