Hegseth, a former Fox News personality, was taking questions from Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) when she challenged him to share his knowledge about even just one member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN.

Thailand is stepping up security for tourists to restore the confidence of Chinese visitors, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said on Friday after an alleged kidnapping of a Chinese actor sparked concerns about the safety of travelers.

KOCHI: When Nova was born on September 19 last year, parents Kerin Durom and Sujisha, natives of Palluruthy, were deeply concerned. Weighing only 350 grams at birth, Nova was considered to be the smallest baby in Southeast Asia.

Same-sex couples in Thailand will be able to marry from next week, under Southeast Asia's first law allowing their unions. The Thai prime minister reaffirmed the country's commitment to promote diversity and gender equality.

Both Guangxi rice noodles and Southeast Asian rice noodles are predominantly made from rice as their main ingredient, resulting in a shared foundation despite distinct production methods. 2. Texture: Both varieties are loved for their chewy and smooth texture,

Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company – Masdar, the UAE’s clean energy leader, has announced its entry into the Philippines market, signing agreements with

The political and economic landscape of Southeast Asia has long been shaped by the significant contributions of ethnic Chinese communities. Historically

Southeast Asia is a particularly hot destination for Chinese F&B brands, with more than 6,100 outlets opened by over 60 Chinese brands in the region as of December 2024.

As ART SG art fair prepares for its third edition in January 2025, the flagship event of Singapore Art Week continues to enhance the region’s visibility and solidify

BYD Company Limited BYDDY has partnered with Grab, Southeast Asia’s leading ride-hailing platform, to supply electric vehicles (EVs). This follows a similar collaboration BYD established with Uber Technologies in July 2024.

New life insurance sales in the first nine months of 2024 stood at HK$169.7 billion (US$21.8 billion), the highest since the authority set up in 2016.

Dobot Robotics announces the official opening of its Thailand branch in Bangkok. The establishment of Dobot Thailand marks a pivotal step in globalization and localized commitment to Southeast Asia, fostering closer partnerships and supporting the growth of smart manufacturing and automation in the region.