In a year that saw China import US$7 billion of the fruit – a record – upstarts Vietnam and Malaysia are eyeing Thailand’s top spot.

Southeast Asia’s economic growth is expected to go into overdrive in 2025, with Asean markets leading the way. According to an Asia House report, Vietnam and Philippines will remain key growth drivers.

Singaporean and Vietnamese youths are also the most optimistic and satisfied about their countries’ political systems, law enforcement and economic future than their peers in four other Southeast Asian countries,

To cross the border between the two southeast Asian countries, Amelie Maurice-Jones opts for a more serene (and economical) mode of transport and discovers the Mekong in all its majesty

Government officials from Thailand and Vietnam have collaborated to advance regional tourism under Thailand’s “Six Countries, One Destination” plan, which seeks to enhance travel cooperation among ASEAN nations.

While Singapore and Malaysia continue to be top destinations in South-east Asia for Indonesian travellers, Vietnam’s growing popularity in the market has attracted the attention of outbound agencies.

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.

The country’s recent ASEAN football championship success could soon be matched by achievements in the economic realm.

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

HANOI, Vietnam, Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — By the end of 2024, Southeast Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank ( SeABank, HOSE: SSB) reports 2024 business results with impressive highlights.

The IFPI has launched a new ‘The Official Southeast Asia Charts’ website which will initially house charts for six countries.

Kitima Jindamongkon will serve as business manager for the South and Southeast Asia region, effective January 2025.