Online communities from Southeast Asia, dubbed 'SEAblings,' are uniting to counter racist attacks originating from Korean netizens (Knetz).

Japanese companies Skylark and Watami are planning to establish new production facilities in Southeast Asia.

Keolis, the operator of UAE's Etihad Rail, has appointed Yoen Dupuis as the new CEO for its Middle East and East Asia regions, based in the UAE. Dupuis will oversee strategic planning as the company prepares for the launch of passenger services.

Chinese diplomatic missions in Vietnam and Singapore have issued warnings to their citizens, urging them to avoid gambling following two deaths allegedly linked to gambling activities.

Growing wariness and rivalry between major powers in the Southeast Asian region are identified as the primary threat to maritime security for ASEAN nations.

The Japanese government will provide support to four Southeast Asian countries, including Thailand and Cambodia, to combat transnational organized crimes such as special fraud originating from the region. A signing ceremony for this initiative has been held.

China and East Asia are preparing to celebrate the Spring Festival, marking the Year of the Horse with their most important holiday.

A new report identifies a Southeast Asian city as having the highest cost of living in the region for 2026, excluding rent, with monthly expenses estimated at US$1,150 per person.

Human trafficking syndicates operating across Southeast Asia are increasingly leveraging cryptocurrency to launder their illicit profits. This shift reflects a growing trend in how criminal organizations manage their finances.

A dispute over fan behavior at a K-pop concert has sparked a widespread online backlash and digital boycott against South Korea across Southeast Asia, with #SEAbling trending.

Southeast Asia is preparing for 'increasing divergence' in its economic performance following mixed growth results in 2025.

Boeing has announced significant orders for nearly 100 jets from Vietnamese airlines, bolstering its presence in the Southeast Asian market.

A report identifies a Southeast Asian country with a cost of living significantly lower than New York City, according to the 2026 Numbeo's Cost of Living Index.

India's environmental court has given the green light to the strategically significant Great Nicobar infrastructure project despite widespread concerns.

Reports detail various M&A activities, including a contested buyout bid, an acquisition in Southeast Asia, and a company sale.

While the Iberian power cut offers lessons for renewable energy resilience, the tourism industry struggles with rising carbon emissions. Meanwhile, significant rewilding projects are underway in Wales, and innovative local solutions, like reusing Christmas trees for coastal protection, demonstrate diverse approaches to environmental challenges.

Elon Musk's satellite internet service, Starlink, has been granted a license by Vietnam to commence operations, marking its expansion into the Southeast Asian country.

According to the latest PISA global mathematics results, students in an unnamed Southeast Asian country achieved the highest performance among the 81 economies that participated.

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A humanitarian crisis has developed in Indonesia in the aftermath of a crackdown on scam operations.

New findings suggest human ancestors spread across Asia hundreds of thousands of years earlier and faster than commonly believed, challenging existing timelines of human migration.

Millions worldwide are celebrating the start of the Lunar New Year with festivities spanning from Hong Kong to Buenos Aires.

Restaurants are increasing menu prices to offset rising operational costs and remain financially viable.

Countries across East Asia, including Taiwan, China, Vietnam, and Malaysia, are celebrating the Year of the Horse with parades and various festivities.

Many Southeast Asian countries, including Singapore and Malaysia, reported real GDP growth rates exceeding 5% in the last quarter of the previous year, primarily fueled by robust global AI demand boosting semiconductor exports.

Ho Chi Minh City's Tan Son Nhat International Airport experienced a record surge in passengers ahead of Lunar New Year (Tet), as thousands of overseas Vietnamese return home for emotional reunions. While Tet is Vietnam's biggest festival, many other Southeast Asian countries do not observe it as a public holiday.