Malaysia’s Orang Asli (Indigenous People) submit memo on customary land rights to Zahid
Keerthi Shanggar Free Malaysia Today Fri, June 12, 2026 Group calls for formal recognition of Orang Asli ‘tanah adat’ under established common law principles, instead of relying solely on administrative […]
Cambodia – May sees $570M of investment approved; 26K jobs promised
Chhorn Norn The Phnom Penh Post Fri, June 12, 2026 A total of 37 investment projects were registered in Cambodia in May 2026, representing approximately $570 million in investment capital […]
Lao Foreign Minister arrives in Nay Pyi Taw for official visit
Eleven Myanmar June 12, 2026 NAY PYI TAW, Myanmar – Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavan Phomvihane arrived in Nay Pyi Taw on Wednesday for an […]
Myanmar political analyst and ISP Myanmar founder U Min Zin detained in China
Eleven Myanmar June 12, 2026 Prominent Myanmar political analyst and founder of ISP Myanmar, U Min Zin, has reportedly been detained by Chinese authorities, according to a report published by […]
US embassy award $250K ‘freedom grant’ to Phnom Bakheng Temple preservation
Niem Chheng The Phnom Penh Post Wed, June 10, 2026 The restoration of the 9th century Phnom Bakheng temple in Siem Reap province. Photo: ThmeyThmey Digital Media PHNOM PENH – […]
EU launches youth campaign highlighting ASEAN changemakers
Mizzima June 11, 2026 Southeast Asia as part of efforts to promote cooperation between the EU and ASEAN. The campaign, titled “Hands that Move”, was launched in June and highlights […]
Myanmar youth advocates featured in EU-ASEAN regional campaign
Mizzima June 11, 2026 Two young Myanmar representatives have been selected to participate in a new European Union (EU) campaign highlighting youth leadership and innovation across Southeast Asia. The campaign, […]
Yangon’s bustling 19th Street night market reopens
Eleven Myanmar Thu, June 11, 2026 Yangon’s popular 19th Street Night Market reopened on the evening of June 9, drawing visitors back to one of the city’s best-known nightlife destinations.
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