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Malaysia tightens plastic waste import controls
Malaysia is stepping up efforts to control plastic waste imports and enforce Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) material certification as part of its strategy to strengthen a circular economy within the industrial sector.
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Indonesia tightens crackdown on illegal exploitation of resources
In his first state of the nation speech, delivered as the country celebrates 80 years of independence, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said that a total of 5 million hectares of palm plantations have been under scrutiny for operating in protected forest areas, not reporting their actual size, or not responding to summons from auditors.
Indonesia foils attack plots ahead of Independence Day
Indonesia's Major General Kristomei Sianturi, head of the National Armed Forces (TNI) Information Office, said the Habema Task Force carried out the operations to ensure public order and security in Papua.
Indonesia: artifacts believed to belong to earliest Hominins found in Sulawesi
Indonesia steps up efforts to curb cross-border haze
Indonesia leads efforts to conserve two endangered Rhino species
Bangkok named Asia’s most visited city for 2025
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ASEAN Community in Cuba reaffirms international solidarity
Aug 11, 2025 12:25
Addressing the ceremony, Indonesian Ambassador Simon D.I. Soekamo, the rotating Chair of the ASEAN Committee in Cuba, highlighted the bloc's spirit of friendship and solidarity, and reaffirmed ASEAN's core values of peace, stability, and prosperity through cooperation and dialogue.
Indonesia seeks to prevent 70% of waste from entering sea by 2029
Aug 08, 2025 09:30
Indonesia’s waste generation is projected to exceed 50 million tonnes in 2025. Of the total, more than 20 million tonnes could potentially enter the ocean through rivers, coastal areas, small islands, ports, and marine activities, and thereby, pose a risk to coastal ecosystems and marine biota.
BRICS countries account for over 35% of Malaysia’s total foreign trade turnover
Aug 07, 2025 08:55
Investment from BRICS countries amounted to 104.9 billion RM last year, the Malaysian Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry said, noting that BRICS partner status allows Malaysia to explore new market access and attract additional capital.
Thailand struggles to revive tourism amid sharp drop in Chinese visitors
Aug 06, 2025 09:03
Thailand is making concerted efforts to revitalise its tourism sector, which accounts for around 20% of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP).
Singapore to launch review of economic strategy
Aug 05, 2025 13:51
Singapore will carry out a fresh review of its economic strategy, with committees formed to develop longer-term plans in five areas that include strengthening the country’s global competitiveness and improving its start-up ecosystem.
Thailand helps farmers sell surplus longan output
Aug 04, 2025 11:59
The Thai government is partnering with the private sector to support fruit growers, particularly longan farmers, amid oversupply, falling prices, and a concentration of production in limited regions.
Malaysia undertakes structural reforms to safeguard economy
Aug 01, 2025 08:40
Abdul Rasheed said Malaysia’s foresight had enabled the country to weather these shocks, such as the ravaging COVID-19 pandemic five years ago and impending challenges brought on by the US's imposition of tariffs.
Russia earthquake sparks tsunami warning in Philippines
Jul 31, 2025 09:16
According to Phivolcs, based on analysis and tsunami forecast models from the US Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre (PTWC), coastal areas of the Philippines in the Pacific Ocean are expected to experience tsunami waves of nearly one metre. These tsunami waves are predicted to continue for several hours.
Foreign investors continue to inject money into Thai equities
Jul 30, 2025 09:41
Foreign investors continued to inject money into Thai equities throughout July, with net inflows exceeding 11 billion THB (about 339 million USD) as the Thai stock market became more attractive due to a weaker US dollar and hopes of a favourable outcome from US-Thai trade negotiations.
Thailand to boost ties at IMF–World Bank Annual Meetings 2026
Jul 29, 2025 10:49
Thailand is preparing to host the 2026 Annual Meetings of the Boards of Governors of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG), scheduled to take place between October 12 and 18 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre in Bangkok.
Thailand draws 279 foreign film shoots in H1
Jul 28, 2025 10:27
Thailand attracted 279 foreign film productions during the first half of 2025, generating 2.866 billion baht in direct revenue from international crews and services.
Laos boosts health system against climate change
Jul 26, 2025 08:00
The project aims to strengthen the climate resilience of the country's health system by supporting the government in addressing climate-related health challenges through boosting community capacity to manage health impacts.
ASEAN+3 region’s economic growth predicted to rise 3.8% in 2025
Jul 24, 2025 09:30
The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) forecasts the ASEAN+3 region’s economic growth to expand by 3.8% in 2025 and 3.6% in 2026.
Thailand sets out quality-focused tourism development strategy
Jul 23, 2025 09:17
The Thai government has allocated a 4.5 billion THB budget (about 139.5 million USD) to drive 22 strategic initiatives in response to the changing tourism landscape based on a forward-looking framework of five new paradigms.
Singapore on high alert over cybersecurity threats
Jul 22, 2025 11:24
A cyberattack on Singapore’s power system could disrupt its electricity supply, which could have a knock-on effect on other essential services such as healthcare or transport, said the official.
Malaysia strengthens position in global hydrogen ecosystem
Jul 21, 2025 09:08
Malaysia’s first solid-state hydrogen reactor, the HyPEReactor, has been launched at the Orang Asli Settlement of Pos Tibang. The launch marked a significant step towards providing clean and safe electricity to rural communities with limited energy access.
Malaysia’s EV adoption rate projected to reach 9.6% by year-end
Jul 18, 2025 11:38
Currently, fully imported EVs in Malaysia enjoy import and excise duty exemptions until December this year, while locally assembled EVs benefit from additional tax incentives until 2027. EV owners are also exempt from road tax until the end of 2025, with further incentives offered for home charging infrastructure and industry investments.
Malaysia launches International Healthcare Week 2025
Jul 17, 2025 17:02
The event brings together over 900 exhibitors and is expected to attract more than 21,000 visitors from 50 countries, with 125 conferences and forums.
Thai pagoda added to UNESCO tentative list
Jul 16, 2025 09:24
The central pagoda of Wat Arun Ratchawararam, situated along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, stands as one of the country’s most iconic architectural landmarks, holding profound cultural and historical significance.
Indonesia foils attempt to smuggle 1,200 endangered birds
Jul 15, 2025 10:37
The popular cage-bird is listed as endangered by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature, and a protected species by the Indonesian environment and forestry ministry.
Malaysia pledges legal reform to boost regional trade, investment
Jul 14, 2025 07:27
Speaking at the 2025 Asia-Pacific Legal Conference, Malaysia’s Minister for Law and Institutional Reform Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said emphasised the vital role of the legal profession in advancing institutional reform, upholding the rule of law, and safeguarding business interests amid global economic uncertainty.
ASEAN, Chile promote cultural understanding, educational cooperation
Jul 11, 2025 11:45
The event was part of activities by the ASEAN Committee in Santiago (ACS), with participation from the embassies of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Thailand hopes to conclude US trade talks before new deadline
Jul 10, 2025 14:09
The Southeast Asian country has offered to cut import duties on most US goods to zero, expand access for US agricultural and industrial products, and increase purchases of energy and Boeing jets. It also pledged to reduce its 46 billion USD trade surplus with the US by 70% within five years.
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