South Korea is about to undergo a regulatory revolution in the crypto space via the development of the Digital Asset Basic Act.
Myanmar fashion supply chain scrutiny urged as ILO steps up pressure on military junta
The ILO has stepped up efforts against forced labour in Myanmar and is holding the military junta accountable for human rights violations.
Did Myanmar rebels down a Pakistani JF-17 fighter jet? Suspicions rise after warplane crash in Sagaing
While Myanmar’s state-run media attributed the crash to mechanical issues, a resistance group has claimed it shot the aircraft out of the sky.
Toxic Thailand rivers pinned on Myanmar mines
A sprawling new mine is gouged into the lush rolling hills of northeast Myanmar, where civil war has weakened the government's already feeble writ, and pollution levels are rising downstream in ...
Thai investor confidence holds steady amid economic concerns
Investor confidence in Thailand remained in a "neutral" zone in May 2025, influenced by hopes of government stimulus and domestic economic recovery, and tempered by concerns over sluggish local growth ...
Vietnam advances plans for international financial centre as trade risks grow
Vietnam is moving forward with plans to establish an international financial centre to enhance its role in the global financial market and attract international capital flows, Finance Minister Nguyen ...
U.S. to Withdraw Diplomats From Iraq Amid Iran Tensions
The State Department said it had decided to shrink the U.S. “footprint” in Baghdad and the United Kingdom issued a warning about “increased tensions within the region.” ...
U.S. shrinks presence in Middle East amid fears of Israeli strike on Iran
U.S. embassies and military bases across the Middle East are on high alert, as fears grow about and Israeli strike on Iran.
How Philippines’ Sara Duterte won round 1 of impeachment battle
The deliberation process on whether to impeach the vice-president has been thrown back to the Lower House for consideration.
Japan implements strict border control measures targeting foreign tourists who skip out on hospital payments
Japan announces new policy barring entry to foreigners with outstanding medical bills and requiring visitors staying over three months to join the national health care program.