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Cambodia sees large factories increase to nearly 3,300

06 tháng 05. 2026

The increase in factory numbers reflects continued investment inflows and supports the Kingdom’s position as an attractive manufacturing destination, an official says

ASEAN airlines’ 49th meeting held successfully in Hà Nội

04 tháng 05. 2026

The 49th Meeting of ASEAN Airlines (AAM49) was successfully held in Hà Nội from April 27 to 30 as part of the 53rd ASEAN Air Transport Working Group Meeting (ATWG53), hosted by the Civil Aviation Authority of Việt Nam

Malaysia’s food supply stable, but cost pressures may push prices higher, says minister

04 tháng 05. 2026

Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu said that over the next three to six months, food prices may come under some pressure

Affordable seafood may no longer be available in Malaysia due to high diesel cost

04 tháng 05. 2026

Following Hari Raya, market demand has also softened, with seafood sales in retail markets declining. Traders have been forced to offer discounts, pushing wholesale prices lower.

ASEAN calls for coordinated action to safeguard energy security

04 tháng 05. 2026

The call was made in a joint statement issued following the Special ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting held virtually last Monday, which focused on implications for regional energy security, including oil and gas supply stability, price volatility, and supply chain disruptions.

Hook the rails south – Thailand revives Malaysia link plan

04 tháng 05. 2026

Thailand pushes southern double-track rail expansion and Malaysia link revival to boost cross-border trade, logistics capacity and regional connectivity.

Lao government moves to stabilise economy, tighten controls after April review

04 tháng 05. 2026

The government said political stability and social order remained intact, while macroeconomic conditions showed signs of improvement

Thailand briefs ASEAN partners on Cambodia and Myanmar issues

04 tháng 05. 2026

Thailand highlighted the broader ASEAN dilemma of whether to continue isolating Myanmar's leaders or to re-engage to promote regional stability and prevent geopolitical competition