The Big Story
Kishida: Japan ready to step up as U.S. 'global partner' at Biden summit
Deeper defense integration and economic ties top Japan's agenda, but Trump looms large
Southeast Asia
Myanmar Crisis
Thailand denies Myanmar officials took Myawaddy evacuation flight
Minister says plane carried documents, country can take 100,000 more refugees
Opinion
To revive investor interest, Thailand needs more than salesmanship
Structural reform needed to make country competitive with neighbors
Myanmar Crisis
Chevron hands Myanmar gas field stake to junta and Thailand's PTTEP
Move comes two years after company announced it would exit nation
Startups
Indonesian VC recommends Tokyo IPO amid Japan stock boom
Indogen Capital says Nasdaq 'too far' to reach for Southeast Asian startups
Myanmar Crisis
Myanmar military faces humiliating rout on Thai border
Evacuation from trade hub Myawaddy highlights military regime's growing losses
Opinion
Prabowo's China policy dilemma evident in Beijing trip
Next Indonesian leader focused on security but keen for development support
International relations
Top Vietnamese lawmaker in China after president's surprise ouster
Vuong Dinh Hue is one of four pillars running nation as it balances U.S., China ties
Market Spotlight
Singapore REITs snap up Japan data centers amid AI boom
Acquisitions show investors' hunger in Asia for tech-related property assets
International relations
Thailand taking the offensive over the origin of Muay Thai
Cambodia claims itself as the birthplace of the martial art
International relations
Japan 'most trusted' by ASEAN despite low influence, study shows
Southeast Asians doubt Tokyo's ability to take lead on global issues
Opinion
Asia's embrace of cultivated meat will bring industry leadership
Amid regulatory uncertainty at home, Western startups focus sales on region
Myanmar Crisis
U.N. taps ex-Australian foreign minister as special envoy for Myanmar
Regional diplomats welcome 'strategic' appointment of Julie Bishop
Defense
Philippines, Japan, Australia, U.S. to hold drills in South China Sea
Exercises demonstrate military ties ahead of US-Japan-Philippines summit
Automobiles
Chinese auto giants to sell hybrid, EV pickup trucks in Thailand
Electrification boom threatens Japan's grip on key market
Life
The fast life and slow exit of Thai showman Chuwit
Flamboyant public figure leaves sex, scandals and politics behind. Or does he?
International relations
ASEAN finance chiefs agree to expand cross-border QR payments
Integrated networks seen as crucial to regional economic growth
Travel & Leisure
Singapore's Marina Bay Sands to build fourth tower by 2029
After COVID delay, landmark casino resort to start hotel expansion next year
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Opinion
U.S.-Japan-Philippine summit will advance shared Indo-Pacific vision
PM Kishida's Washington trip to showcase Tokyo's commitment to enhanced security
Business deals
Nvidia, Indosat to build $200m AI center in Indonesia: government
Sinar Mas and LG also tying up on data center business in country
Myanmar Crisis
Myanmar anti-regime forces close in on capital with drone attacks
With HQ and base targeted, military's mouthpiece says 'fortunately' no casualties
Economy
Thailand inflation fell by 0.47% in March for its sixth straight drop
Negative streak could end if fuel subsidies elapse or decrease
Myanmar Crisis
As Myanmar starts military draft, many flee the country
Potential recruits' departures drive national currency to near-record weakness
Politics
Indonesian scholars fear self-censorship under Prabowo
Analysts warn lack of objective research could deter foreign investors