SINGAPORE: Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, Singapore’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, is set to travel to Kuala Lumpur on 22 December 2024 for a critical ASEAN foreign ministers’ meeting focusing on the…
KUALA LUMPUR — A crucial meeting of Southeast Asian foreign ministers is set to take place in Malaysia this Monday (22 December 2024) amid escalating tensions between Thailand and Cambodia.…
As tensions rise once more along the Cambodia-Thailand border, both nations are facing significant humanitarian challenges following a resurgence of violent clashes. The skirmishes, which began earlier this month, have…
In a surprise move, Thailand is gearing up for parliamentary elections on 8 February 2024. This announcement comes shortly after Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dissolved parliament, following his fallout with…
The escalating conflict between Thailand and Cambodia has taken a significant turn, prompting the Thai military to halt fuel shipments to its southern neighbour. This decision, made on 15 December…
As tensions escalate along the Thailand-Cambodia border, US President Donald Trump is stepping in, aiming to broker peace. The situation remains precarious, with both nations engaged in heavy weapons fire,…
Cambodia has officially withdrawn its entire delegation from the ongoing 33rd SEA Games in Thailand, driven by escalating safety concerns amidst renewed border tensions with Thailand. This announcement came on…
In a significant crackdown on transnational scam operations, Thailand’s authorities have seized assets exceeding US$300 million (S$388 million) linked to criminal networks across Southeast Asia. The move highlights the magnitude…
Severe flooding has thrown Southeast Asia into turmoil as devastating weather conditions wreak havoc in both Thailand and Indonesia. With rising floodwaters and landslides causing chaos, rescue operations are underway…
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, southern Thailand is grappling with catastrophic floods that have already claimed 33 lives. Inundations have hit nine provinces, including the hardest-hit city of Hat…
Mysterious Case in Phitsanulok In a turn of events that could easily belong to a thriller movie, a 65-year-old woman from Phitsanulok, Thailand, astonished her family and temple staff by…
As tensions rise once again between Thailand and Cambodia, Malaysia steps in, offering a neutral ground for peace talks. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim made the announcement, emphasising both nations’ leaders’…
In a pivotal moment for Southeast Asia, US President Donald Trump presided over the signing of a peace deal between Thailand and Cambodia on 26 October 2024. This agreement, aimed…
BANGKOK: In a startling turn of events, Thailand’s Deputy Finance Minister, Vorapak Tanyawong, resigned on 22 October 2024 amid serious allegations connecting him to a Cambodia-based cyber scam. Having held…
The atmosphere in Thailand is charged with anticipation as the Constitutional Court prepares to deliver a ruling that could alter the country’s political landscape dramatically. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who…
Recent hostilities along the Thailand-Cambodia border have flared up again, as a Thai soldier suffered serious injuries from a landmine explosion on 12 August 2024. This incident comes just days…
In a dramatic escalation of tensions, Thailand has accused Cambodia of violating a ceasefire agreement, following a recent series of clashes that have left many civilians affected. This developing conflict…
In a tragic incident that sent shockwaves through Bangkok, six people lost their lives during a shooting at the popular Or Tor Kor Market on 28 July 2024. The gunman,…
In a bid to resolve ongoing tensions, the leaders of Thailand and Cambodia are set to meet for peace talks in Kuala Lumpur on 28 July 2024. This follows multiple…
The simmering tensions between Thailand and Cambodia have erupted into open conflict, marking a troubling chapter in Southeast Asian relations. Thai officials have made it clear that they prefer bilateral…
In a recent statement, Singapore has called for both Cambodia and Thailand to exercise restraint amid escalating border clashes that have raised concerns for regional stability. On 24 July 2024,…
On 24 July 2024, armed clashes erupted between Thai and Cambodian troops near the contested Ta Moan Thom temple, marking a significant escalation in ongoing border tensions. Each side accused…
In a sensational case that has stunned Thailand, Wilawan “Golf” Emsawat, a 35-year-old woman, was arrested on 15 July 2024, for allegedly blackmailing senior Buddhist monks into maintaining sexual relationships…
Relations between Thailand and Cambodia have taken a severe hit after a leaked phone call between Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and former Cambodian premier Hun Sen came to light.…
A catastrophic 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on 28 March 2024, claiming the lives of over 2,700 individuals and leaving thousands more injured and missing. As aid groups rush to…
A powerful earthquake measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale rocked central Myanmar and parts of Thailand on 28 March 2024, leading to substantial panic and destruction. The quake’s epicentre was…
In a significant political event, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has emerged victorious from a no-confidence vote, establishing the ongoing stability of her coalition government. The vote, held on 26…
In a significant move to combat rising financial fraud, Thailand has begun cracking down on scam centres operating within its borders and neighbouring countries. This comes on the heels of…
Thailand’s recent decision to deport 40 Uyghur detainees to China has sparked international outrage, with Australia leading the charge in expressing its concerns over the treatment of these individuals. Details…
BANGKOK — A devastating bus accident in Prachin Buri province has led to the deaths of at least 19 individuals, prompting Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to call for a…