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Laos Wins 29 ASEAN Tourism Standards Awards

On 20 January, Laos received 29 ASEAN Tourism Standards Awards during the ASEAN Tourism Forum held in Johor, Malaysia. These accolades celebrate the country's efforts in enhancing tourism quality, sustainability, and cultural preservation.   Among the awards, Laos earned four under the ASEAN Homestay Standard category, recognizing efforts to promote sustainable...

Top TikTok Trends from Southeast Asia in 2024

This year, TikTok exploded across the internet like never before. As 2024 comes to...

Creative Economy Revolution: How ASEAN’s Youth are Leading the Charge

On 2 to 5 December, the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Summit 2024...

YSEALI Summit 2024 Inspires Regional Collaboration Through Creative Economy

From 2 to 5 December, the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Summit 2024...

Laos to Enforce Graphic Health Warnings on Cigarette Packs

Laos is set to implement redesigned cigarette packs featuring large graphic health warnings to...

Cambodian Government Upset with Beauty Pageant Costumes

The Cambodian government has expressed displeasure at Miss Grand Cambodia over the outfits worn by the contestants of the beauty pageant. Khmer Times reports that...

Southern Vietnam Reports Fuel Shortages Amid Global Volatility

Provinces in southern Vietnam have reported fuel shortages as petrol stations run out of supplies. Six gas stations in Tinh Bien District, An Giang Province,...

Actor To Swim To Laos From Thailand

Actor/singer Phakin “Tono” Khamwilaisak will swim the Mekong river from Thailand to Laos to raise funds for charity. The Thaiger reported yesterday that the 36-year-old...

Thailand Looks to Indian Weddings for New Tourism Revenue

Thailand is looking to Indian weddings as a new source of tourism following the loss of Chinese visitors this year. Nikkei reports that officials believe...

Cambodia Bans Talc Powder Imports Over Asbestos

Cambodia has temporarily halted imports and distribution of talcum powder products after asbestos was discovered in several brands of baby powder. Khmer Times reports...

Former UK Ambassador Arrested in Myanmar

The UK's former ambassador to Burma/Myanmar, Vicky Bowman, has been arrested in Yangon, the nation's capital. BBC News reports that Ms. Bowman and her husband...