Among individuals surveyed in six ASEAN countries, more than half (52%) prefer destinations within Southeast Asia, followed by East Asia (44%), including China, Japan, and South Korea.

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said that escalating tensions between the two countries could lead to catastrophic global consequences.

Singapore and Thailand have moved to block prediction markets platform Polymarket, adding to the regulatory hurdles facing the venue that surged in popularity during the US election.

The optimism surrounding Asia’s tourism potential is evident from the expansion plans of major global hotel chains

In the 2019 election which returned Thailand to civilian rule after five years under a military government, a new reformist party called Future Forward, which fully supported equal marriage, did unexpectedly well. They won the third-largest share of seats, revealing a growing hunger for change in Thailand.

Thailand is legalizing same-sex marriage — the first country in Southeast Asia to do so. DW looks at what is next for Thailand and the region on LGBTQ+ rights and marriage equality.

Thailand has joined the growing list of countries cracking down on Polymarket, the crypto-powered prediction platform. Authorities announced plans to ban the platform, accusing it of “facilitating illegal online gambling.

Vietnam’s rice exports to Singapore grew 28.45% to S$128.9 million (US$95.2 million) in 2024, making it the city-state's third largest rice supplier, according to the Vietnam Trade Office in Singapore.

Escaped elephant in Phuket, PM2.5 crackdown, Indonesia floods, and more! Top Thailand & SEA news in today's update.

Passengers in Singapore and Thailand can select Grab's “eco-friendly ride” option, which will prioritise allocating green vehicles, and at no extra charge.

Thailand tops Grab's 2024 report as the leading destination for Southeast Asian tourists, highlighting its strong tourism appeal.