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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's demand at the recent Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore for Asian allies and partners to spend 3.5% of GDP on defence sounded alarm bells across Southeast Asia and beyond. His brow-beating call to arms will likely lead to a regional defence build-up not seen in decades.…

Bangkok Post

Manufacturing sector to gather in Bangkok

RX BITEC is hosting Manufacturing Expo 2026, Asean's most comprehensive machinery and technology exhibition for the manufacturing and supporting industries, under the theme "Innovations that Define All Industries".

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Vietnam BrahMos deal already signed, Indonesia pact in final stages: Defence Secretary RK Singh

India's Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh revealed BrahMos missile deals with Vietnam and Indonesia are progressing. Vietnam's deal is reportedly signed, while Indonesia's is in final stages. India is committed to sharing advanced defence technology with trusted ASEAN partners. This move strengthens regional security and India's position as a defence…

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Myanmar’s leader begins India visit as new military-backed government seeks to end years of isolation

Former junta leader’s first foreign trip since taking on civilian role of president set to focus on security and regional ties

The Independent UK

ENERtec Asia 2026 Partners with MIDA to Power Malaysia's Digital Economy via Renewable Energy and Battery Storage Innovation

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As shifting geopolitical dynamics, regional supply chain realignments, and surging electricity demand reshape global trade, Malaysia is intensifying efforts to strengthen energy security and future-proof its economic growth through renewable energy (RE) and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

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Leaders of ASEAN nations to meet with Putin at June summit in Russia

The Philippines' top diplomat says Southeast Asian leaders will hold a commemorative summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Russia in June

The Independent UK

Engineering Goods exports stay positive despite West Asia crisis, rise 9% in April,2026

While most regions saw gains, WANA and ASEAN experienced declines. The industry emphasizes addressing non-tariff barriers to maximize FTA benefits.

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The financial networks behind Mekong trade

As Thailand accelerates its ambitions to become a regional logistics, manufacturing and clean energy hub, a quieter transformation is unfolding beneath the surface of Southeast Asia’s financial system.

Bangkok Post

ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) and AVPN Establish Regional Platform to Strengthen Corporate Social Investment and Cross-Sector Collaboration Across Southeast Asia

SINGAPORE, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) and AVPN today announced the establishment of the ASEAN CSR Working Group, a regional platform aimed at mobilising corporate philanthropy, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and broader corporate capital, while supporting regional policy dialogue, ecosystem collaboration, and knowledge exchange…

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Vietnam–Thailand relations at 50

Tomorrow, Vietnam's President To Lam is expected to visit Thailand at a particularly important moment in bilateral relations. The two-day visit comes as Vietnam and Thailand commemorate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties, which is a milestone that reflects not only the remarkable transformation of bilateral relations but also the…

Bangkok Post

All In FutureTech Alliance Inc. Announces Filing of Form 8-K for HyalRoute Acquisition Transaction and Releases HyalRoute Business Overview and Financial Data

NEW YORK, May 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- All In FutureTech Alliance Inc. (Nasdaq: AGAE) (“AIFA” or the “Company”) today announced that it has filed a Current Report on Form 8-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) relating to the Company’s previously announced transaction to acquire HyalRoute…

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The April 2026 Global Sources Hong Kong Show Concludes Successfully as "Complete Sourcing Destination for Asia" Strategy Delivers Results

HONG KONG, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The April 2026 Global Sources Hong Kong Shows concluded successfully at AsiaWorld-Expo, with three phases of exhibitions recording over 130,000 visitor entries from professional buyers representing more than 180 countries and regions. Key regions including North America, Europe, Latin America, Japan, South Korea…

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PM urges Europe envoys to hasten EU trade talks

PARIS: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has instructed Thai ambassadors and consuls-general across Europe to accelerate negotiations on the Thailand-European Union free trade agreement (FTA).

Bangkok Post

Thailand-Vietnam ties in a 'new era'

When To Lam -- Vietnam's President and General Secretary of the Communist Party -- arrives in Bangkok tomorrow, he will find a different Thailand, one increasingly prepared to align itself with Vietnam's strategic and economic trajectory. Over the past two decades, bilateral relations have grown increasingly dynamic. It is no…

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Informa Markets Puts Bangkok at the Center of Southeast Asia's Pharma Industry, Uniting 400 Exhibitors, Experts from 70 Countries at CPHI South East Asia

BANGKOK, May 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Informa Markets sets to organise CPHI South East Asia from 8–10 July 2026 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center under the theme "The Gateway to the ASEAN Pharma Industry." The event is a comprehensive pharmaceutical manufacturing exhibition, technology showcase, and conference for Southeast Asia,…

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Zetrix AI, Shenzhen Data Exchange to Unlock Value of ASEAN-China Data Through Cross-Border Trading Platform

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Zetrix AI Berhad ("Zetrix AI") and Shenzhen Data Exchange Co. Ltd. ("SZDEX") today announced their plans to jointly establish a platform for the secure monetisation of data as a strategic asset class in ASEAN and enable the orderly movement of data products…

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Anutin urged to seek French president’s help with Cambodia

People’s Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut has suggested that Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul consider inviting French President Emmanuel Macron to visit Thailand, saying such a visit could help facilitate dialogue on Thai-Cambodian issues.

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Singapore Deepens AI Ecosystem with Global Collaborators to Accelerate Real-World Deployment

SINGAPORE, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At ATxSummit 2026, hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore (IMDA), Minister for Digital Development and Information Mrs Josephine Teo unveiled new global partnerships and initiatives to strengthen Singapore's position as a leading AI hub. These announcements mark a shift from exploring…

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CAAT, DEPA, Department of Agriculture, GISTDA, DTI and Industry Leaders Unite at DronTech Asia 2026 Press Conference

BANGKOK, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GML Exhibition (Thailand) Co., Ltd. successfully hosted the official press conference for DronTech Asia 2026, announcing the upcoming third edition of ASEAN's leading drone and unmanned systems exhibition, scheduled to take place from 11–13 November 2026 at the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Muang…

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ATxSummit 2026 Opens with Shared Regional Ambition to Harness AI for Public Good

SINGAPORE, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ATxSummit 2026, hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore, officially kicked off this evening with Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam as the Guest-of-Honour at the Opening Gala Dinner at Gardens by the Bay. This year's ATxSummit will bring together government leaders from Asia,…

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AIMX Singapore 2026 Anchors Strategic Relationship with TechInnovation and AI Gravity

SINGAPORE, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Recognising AI as a horizontal technology that is applicable across different domains and drives enterprise value, MP Singapore has partnered with IPI Singapore and DLG Exhibition & Events (DLG) for AIMX Singapore 2026, taking place from 26–27 August 2026 at the Sands Expo and…

Bangkok Post

Will Myanmar's Asean gambit work?

Unlike the other Asean members, Thailand must directly shoulder whatever fallout emerges from Myanmar's domestic developments. Bangkok has already endured and adapted to the new situation with its western neighbour. It has not been easy, as Thailand's own internal situation has not been entirely stable.

The Economic Times

India’s 'China-plus-one' push needs tax ease and fast-track FTAs with developed nations: Arvind Virmani

India must reform its tax system and streamline clearances to attract global investments moving away from China. Economist Arvind Virmani emphasizes prioritizing Free Trade Agreements with developed nations. This strategy aims to integrate India into global value chains. The focus is on leveraging India's growing workforce and market potential alongside…

The Independent UK

China warns Trump ‘stay out of our backyard’ – and he’ll be fine with that humiliation

ANALYSIS: Trump will shrug off the warnings about Taiwan and ignore China’s expansion elsewhere – and that’s dangerous, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley

The Economic Times

EAM Jaishankar welcomes Russian FM Sergey Lavrov at BRICS Foreign Ministers' meeting

New Delhi hosted the BRICS Foreign Ministers' meeting. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar welcomed delegates from member and observer nations. The meeting is part of India's 2026 BRICS chairship. Discussions covered global and regional issues. India assumed the BRICS Chairmanship on January 1.

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