Asian countries' focus on experiences over material acquisitions reflects a broader shift in travel trends, positioning these countries as major players in the global travel landscape.

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,

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

European mobility superapp Bolt is entering Vietnam’s ride-hailing market, while Chinese smartphone manufacturer Honor plans to enter Indonesia this year. Subscribe now to enjoy unlimited access at just $59.

Indonesia has scooped Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand to become the first Asean country to join the Brics bloc of developing economies as a full member. Brazil, the new Brics rotational chair, announc

HANOI: Vietnam’s rice exports are forecast at 7.5 million metric tons this year, the chairman of the Vietnam Food Association said on Wednesday, down from a record high of 9.04 million tons last year. Vietnam is the world’s third-largest rice exporter, after India and Thailand, and its key markets are the Philippines and Indonesia.

Nha Trang in Vietnam also gained recognition in 2024, being named one of the top beach destinations for foreign retirees by Travel+Leisure. With an established expat community and an average temperature of 81°F year-round, Nha Trang provides a perfect mix of modern amenities and laid-back beach living.

Scientists have newly identified a “supergiant” sea bug species after purchasing crustaceans from fishermen and restaurants in Vietnam.

Indonesia is set to propose a reduction in trade tariffs to the US as a counteractive measure, in response to anticipated import tariff policies under the US's new Donald Trump administration.

Indonesia is one of Southeast Asia's largest potential tech markets. But industry experts warn that a maze of regulation threatens to hamper investment.

Southeast Asian foreign ministers are gathering for their first meeting this year under the regional bloc’s new chair, Malaysia, seeking a breakthrough over Myanmar’s drawn-out civil war and territorial disputes in the South China Sea.

Indonesia is "requesting bilateral economic cooperation to help lower tariffs," the country's Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, Airlangga Hartarto, said this week.