Tag: Southeast Asia
Tourist Electrocuted in Phuket: Safety Tips for Travelers
American Tourist Dies in Phuket Tragedy: Electrical Safety Tips for TravelersTragedy struck in Phuket when a New Yorker tourist lost his life in a shocking incident that unfolded on a seemingly ordinary night out....
Policeman Shot Returning from Mosque in Pattani: Incident Details and Updates
A police officer, Pol Capt Abdulhadee Yuerae, was injured in a shooting incident while riding his motorcycle home from a mosque in Yarang district on Monday night. The deputy inspector at Pattani's Mayo police...
Cutting Power Supply Orders Needed for Thai Utility to Myanmar: Impact and Implications
Thai Utility Ready to Cut Power Supply to MyanmarIn a significant move to combat scam operations in Myanmar, the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has expressed its willingness to collaborate with security agencies to halt...
Malaysia calls for extension of Myanmar truce and peace plan
Myanmar’s junta chief, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, who took power in a coup on February 1, 2021, led an army parade on Armed Forces Day in Naypyitaw, Myanmar, on March 27, 2021. Malaysia...
Prime Minister’s Upcoming Trip to Kuala Lumpur Emphasizes ‘Inclusivity’
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is gearing up for a trip to Kuala Lumpur to attend the 46th Asean Summit. The theme for this year's summit is "Inclusivity and Sustainability," and leaders from various countries...
Malaysia Requests Gag Order on Ex-PM’s Bid to Reveal Royal Document
Former Prime Minister Najib Razak of Malaysia is at the center of a legal storm as the country's attorney-general's chambers have taken the unprecedented step of requesting a gag order on discussions related to...
Thai ESG Funds Thrive in 2024: A Look at the Boom
Thai ESG Funds Thrive in 2024: A Look at the BoomThai ESG mutual funds have experienced a significant surge in popularity among investors in 2024, with net assets under management (AUM) for the category...
Tensions Rise as China Warns of Arms Race in Region
China Warns of Arms Race in Region Amid Rising TensionsIn a dramatic turn of events, China has issued a stern warning to the Philippines, urging the withdrawal of the US Typhon missile system stationed...
Thai PM Paetongtarn reaffirms government unity in response to doubts
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra reaffirmed government unity on Monday, addressing doubts stemming from an unusual round of golf between former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul at Stonehill golf course...