The Latest Breaking News from SouthEast Asia

Pope Francis’s death mourned by fans across southeast Asia where he transformed status of Church

Timor-Leste remembers Francis as ‘king’ who always ‘had a smile’

The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2025

US Official Asserts Trump's Agenda In Tariff-hit Southeast Asia

Sean O'Neill, the United States' senior bureau official for East Asian and Pacific Affairs, is in Cambodia this week, co-chairing the 37th ASEAN-US Dialogue.

International Business Times · Apr 22, 2025

Xi’s jaunt through Southeast Asia serves as ‘a reassurance and a warning’ to trading partners as the region gets pulled between the U.S. and China

On Monday, after Xi’s visit, Beijing warned countries against signing trade deals with the U.S. “at the expense of China’s interest.”

Fortune · Apr 22, 2025

Southeast Asia's Muslim market comes of age—and authenticity is in

From banking to fashion, local businesses are targeting a growing middle-class consumer base keen to buy 'halal'.

Fortune · Apr 20, 2025

China's Xi, Seeking To Build Regional Ties, Meets Cambodian Leader

Chinese President Xi Jinping met the Cambodian premier in Phnom Penh on Thursday on the final leg of a Southeast Asia tour in which he sought to strengthen regional trade ties.

International Business Times · Apr 17, 2025

China’s leader Xi Jinping arrives in Cambodia to wrap up 3-nation Southeast Asia tour

Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrive in Cambodia for a two-day state visit that serves as an opportunity to further strengthen already robust relations

The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2025

As Trump threatens tariffs, Vietnam scrambles to avert economic disaster

The Southeast Asian country is hoping for a reprieve from 46 percent duty, which would pummel its economy.

Al Jazeera · Apr 17, 2025

The Philippines Buys So Many Motorcycles, It's Ridiculous

When we think of motorcycles in the US, the image that often comes to mind is one of freedom, rebellion, and weekend rides along scenic highways. But head over to Southeast Asia, and you’ll see a completely different picture—one where motorcycles aren’t just for fun, they’re the backbone of daily…

RideApart · Apr 16, 2025

Xi promises greater access to Chinese market for Malaysia, Vietnam on Southeast Asia tour

Chinese leader Xi Jinping has promised Malaysia and Vietnam greater access to Chinese markets as he tours Southeast Asia this week

The Independent UK · Apr 16, 2025

Xi arrives in Malaysia with a message: China’s a better partner than Trump

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to Malaysia is second stop in Southeast Asia amid Trump tariffs and US trade war.

Al Jazeera · Apr 16, 2025