Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in Kazan on the sidelines of the Russia-ASEAN summit. This marks Marcos Jr.'s first visit to Russia, and the two leaders are co-chairing the summit, with the Philippines set to head ASEAN in 2026. The Kremlin views the Philippines as a key partner in the Asia-Pacific.
Ngân hàng BIDV của Việt Nam đã lọt vào top 50 doanh nghiệp lớn nhất Đông Nam Á trong bảng xếp hạng Fortune Southeast Asia 500 năm 2025, với doanh thu 7,66 tỷ USD và lợi nhuận 1,15 tỷ USD.
The Indonesian rupiah recovered from a historic low, trading at 17,762 to the US dollar. The Indonesia Composite Index also rallied 5% after significant market turbulence. Analysts attribute the recovery to Bank Indonesia's aggressive monetary policy, including rate hikes.
The US Navy's Pacific Partnership 2026, its largest annual humanitarian mission, has launched with a focus on Southeast Asia. Analysts see it as an effort to rebuild confidence and project soft power amid rivalry with China.
Vinachem xếp thứ 148 trong danh sách 500 doanh nghiệp hàng đầu Đông Nam Á năm 2026 của Fortune, với doanh thu 2,4 tỷ USD và lợi nhuận 146 triệu USD năm 2025. Đây là lần đầu tiên tập đoàn này được vinh danh.
A report highlights Southeast Asia's vulnerability due to oil and gas reliance via the Strait of Hormuz, exacerbated by the Iran war. Rising energy import bills and inflation are noted, with calls for diversification and reforms to avoid a tripling of costs by 2035.
An IEA report states the Iran war has exposed major energy risks for Southeast Asia, potentially tripling its import bill to $245 billion by 2035 if it doesn't diversify energy sources quickly. The region faces vulnerability due to reliance on oil and gas through the Strait of Hormuz.
Sáng 16/6, PNJ công bố lần thứ ba liên tiếp góp mặt trong danh sách Fortune Southeast Asia 500, bảng xếp hạng 500 doanh nghiệp lớn nhất Đông Nam Á dựa trên doanh thu. Doanh nghiệp ghi nhận doanh thu 35.410 tỷ đồng và lợi nhuận sau thuế 2.828 tỷ đồng năm 2025.
Southeast Asia is preparing for an extreme El Nino, expected by the WMO to emerge before August and last until November. This, combined with high energy, transport, and food costs linked to the Iran war, poses significant risks to the region's agricultural sector, particularly rice and palm oil, potentially triggering inflation and political instability.
US university programs focused on Southeast Asian languages, history, and politics are facing severe funding cuts, leading to center closures and program threats. Conversely, China is bolstering its area studies programs, highlighting a divergence in knowledge valuation between the two powers.
A Teochew-language film exploring Chinese migration and heritage has achieved significant box office success in China, while also igniting discussions across Southeast Asia regarding China's soft power and influence among Chinese diaspora communities.
The Second Southeast Asian Fisheries Cooperation Conference was held in Fuzhou, China, focusing on digital intelligence and green development in the fisheries sector. The event aimed to deepen cooperation between China and Southeast Asian countries in smart fisheries, deep-sea aquaculture, and digital management, highlighting Fuzhou's advancements in sustainable and high-quality fisheries.
A cross-border e-commerce matchmaking event was held in Kunming, Yunnan, on June 13th, bringing together over 200 representatives from China and South/Southeast Asian countries. The event focused on regional e-commerce development, including policy promotion, country-specific recommendations, platform showcases, and the upgrade of the "South Asia Southeast Asia Cross-border E-commerce Alliance."
Philippine President Marcos is set to attend the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit in Kazan from June 17-18, marking his first visit to Russia since taking office. The trip will be closely monitored by Washington and Beijing for potential outcomes on energy, sanctions-sensitive sectors, and broader strategic cooperation with Moscow.
Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) arrested eight high-ranking immigration officials, including Deputy Minister Silmy Karim, for allegedly extorting over $8 million from foreigners seeking permits between 2022 and 2026. Nine visa agents were also detained.
Japan relies on Malaysia for 15% of its LNG imports, making it a crucial supplier. This is important as Japan seeks to diversify from supply routes like the Strait of Hormuz.
A new study by the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA) found 75% of European adults encountered a scam in the past year, with €50 billion lost. Southeast Asia is a major hub for cyberscamming, with syndicates stealing billions annually. Europe lags behind the US in anti-scam actions.
The US proposes tariffs (10-12.5%) on countries not adequately addressing forced labour, with rates varying based on enforcement measures; affected governments can challenge inclusion until July 6.
South Korea and ASEAN to begin official talks in Seoul to upgrade their FTA, focusing on digital economy, critical minerals, and supply chains, aiming for $300 billion in annual trade by 2029.
Russia is in talks to enable full operation of its Mir payment cards in Southeast Asian countries like Thailand, Singapore, and Malaysia, according to Sergey Katyrin of the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
US authorities and major tech firms like Coinbase, Meta, and Apple froze over $3.8 million in crypto stolen from Americans as part of 'Disruption Week.' The initiative targeted organized crime in Southeast Asia, disrupting millions of scam accounts and leading to seven arrests in Thailand.
A St. Tome and Principe-flagged fishing vessel, the "OCEAN KING", departed from Hainan's Lingshui Xincun Port on June 4th, carrying 630,000 live fish fry destined for Penang, Malaysia. This marks the first shipment of live fish fry exported by sea to Southeast Asia from Hainan this year, including 600,000 golden pomfret fry and 30,000 grouper fry.
The K-Med Expo, organized by KINTEX and other Korean organizations, is being held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from May 4-6. The event aims to help Korean medical device companies expand into the Southeast Asian market, featuring 80 companies showcasing digital healthcare, diagnostic equipment, and more.
Coinbase froze over $3 million in crypto linked to a global operation targeting Southeast Asian scam networks. The initiative, led by the US DOJ's Scam Center Strike Force, involved tech giants and law enforcement, disrupting over 1.4 million accounts and leading to arrests in Thailand.
