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The Philippines is launching a massive $433 billion green energy initiative that could slash some of Southeast Asia's highest electricity bills while creating thousands of jobs. Through competitive auctions and public-private partnerships, the nation aims to triple its renewable energy capacity by 2030.
Thailand just posted its strongest export growth in four years, powered by surging global demand for AI electronics and data center equipment. The 24% jump signals the Southeast Asian nation is finding its economic momentum after years of slower growth.
Scientists traced Vietnam's gleaming black teeth tradition back 2,000 years, discovering ancient people used iron-rich mixtures to achieve the coveted look. The stunning beauty practice still thrives across Southeast Asia today.
Southeast Asia's largest economy just opened its doors to American businesses in a historic trade agreement. The breakthrough deal, worth billions, strengthens ties between the two nations while advancing global peace efforts.
After years of isolation, Myanmar is getting a helping hand from its neighbor. Thailand is stepping up to guide the troubled nation back into the Southeast Asian community following recent elections.
After reaching their first-ever SEA Games final in 2025, Indonesia's women's futsal team is ready to take the next step at this month's regional championship. The squad that shocked host Thailand in a dramatic penalty shootout now has its sights set on improving their third-place finish from 2024.
Malaysia just shut the door on electronic waste imports completely, closing loopholes that let wealthy nations dump toxic trash on its shores. The country is sending a powerful message: Southeast Asia won't be the world's junkyard anymore.
Vietnam just became the first major Southeast Asian nation to fairly pay battery storage systems for keeping the grid stable, not just delivering power. This breakthrough could unlock clean energy across the region.
Thailand just posted its strongest economic growth in four years, surprising economists and sparking hope for a nation that's been struggling since the pandemic. The country's GDP jumped 2.5% last quarter, more than double what experts predicted.
Malaysia's capital just earned its highest global recognition ever as an emerging startup hub. The nation's startup agency is now building an end-to-end system to help young tech companies compete worldwide.
Aruwin Salehhuddin represents Malaysia as its only athlete at the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics, competing in alpine skiing while championing her vision to spread winter sports throughout Southeast Asia. Her journey from a tropical nation to Olympic slopes inspires a new generation.
Cambodia just greenlit 30 megawatts of new rooftop solar installations, marking another step forward in a country where renewables already power more than 60% of the grid. With solar making up nearly a fifth of the energy mix, the Southeast Asian nation is carefully balancing growth with grid stability.
XPENG has transformed from a niche electric vehicle importer to a regional powerhouse by building an ultra-fast charging network that spans 5,000 kilometers across four Southeast Asian countries. The company's strategy of co-investing in infrastructure before selling cars is eliminating range anxiety and setting a new standard for EV adoption.
Thousands of devotees filled a historic Thai temple for a once-in-a-lifetime "moon-upon-moon" ceremony believed to wash away misfortune and bring blessings. The rare celestial alignment made the 400-year-old tradition extra special.
Nigerian authorities brought home 23 young people who were lured to Southeast Asia with fake job offers, then forced to scam people online under threat of torture. The successful rescue operation shows how governments are fighting back against a disturbing new form of human trafficking.
Nigerian authorities just brought home 23 young people who were tricked with fake job offers and forced to run online scams in Southeast Asia. The rescue operation broke up a dangerous trafficking network that targeted skilled youth.
Across Southeast Asia, countries are taking meaningful steps to reduce and eliminate capital punishment. From Vietnam removing eight offenses from death penalty eligibility to Malaysia forming a working group to study total abolition, the region is slowly embracing reform.
Google is hiring more than 150 tech professionals in Singapore and launching a new AI security hub as it doubles down on artificial intelligence development in Southeast Asia. The expansion includes specialized roles in engineering, security research, and data science.
Scientists at Chulalongkorn University turned traditional Thai silk into medical products like pain patches and artificial tissue, helping farmers earn more while reducing Thailand's need for imported materials. The breakthrough could reshape both medicine and agriculture across Southeast Asia.
A faded handprint hidden beneath a chicken drawing in an Indonesian cave just rewrote human history. Scientists confirmed it's the oldest known rock art on Earth, proving ancient humans in Southeast Asia were creating meaningful art tens of thousands of years before European cave paintings.
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