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ASEAN leaders chart course for a more resilient region at 48th summit

13 tháng 05. 2026

ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn said the summit’s theme, “Navigating Our Future, Together”, reflected ASEAN’s determination to ensure future global shocks do not spiral into regional crises.

Indonesia proposes hosting ASEAN oil storage hub in Sumatra

13 tháng 05. 2026

Indonesian Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia said on May 11 that Jakarta is promoting an initiative to establish a joint ASEAN strategic oil reserve as Southeast Asia faces increasing risks of global energy supply disruptions

Indonesia tightens control over vapes

13 tháng 05. 2026

A 2021 survey by the Indonesian Health Ministry and the World Health Organisation shows 11.9% among the Indonesian adult respondents had used a vape

Indonesia, Russia discuss nuclear power cooperation

13 tháng 05. 2026

The two sides discussed promising areas of Russian – Indonesian cooperation in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy, including the development of nuclear power projects, nuclear infrastructure, personnel training, and non-energy applications of nuclear technology

Laos faces challenges in EV transition

13 tháng 05. 2026

Laos currently has 14,466 EVs and 36 businesses investing in the construction of EV charging stations, with 126 charging stations in 14 provinces and cities nationwide, including 65 in the capital Vientiane

Singapore steps up fight against cybercrime, scams

13 tháng 05. 2026

The Singapore Police Force (SPF) Cyber Command will be dedicated to combating online crimes, including scams and other forms of cybercrime

Singapore, Italy emphasise dialogue on Strait of Hormuz

13 tháng 05. 2026

Singaporean Minister for Foreign Affairs Vivian Balakrishnan said on May 12 that the full opening of the Strait of Hormuz is criticial to regional stability, global energy security, and international trade

Promoting economic and trade cooperation between Viet Nam and ASEAN

11 tháng 05. 2026

Economic and trade relations between Viet Nam and ASEAN are developing strongly, with bilateral trade reaching a record $91 billion in 2025