Malaysia and Thailand have reiterated their commitment to strengthening defence relations and exploring new areas of cooperation, including through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to elevate bilateral defence ties.

Commercial fishing fleets have been playing a key role in the trafficking of parts of tigers poached in Malaysia, according to new research, information that could help enforcement efforts to save the

Anwar’s statement at the World Economic Forum emphasises the need to balance strong relations with China while addressing maritime issues.

Chinese travelers are canceling plans to visit Thailand during the Lunar New Year holiday, as concerns over the kidnapping of actor Wang Xing continue to reverberate through the country.

Carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) pulled into Laem Chabang, Thailand, on Monday for a port visit after three weeks of operating in the South China Sea. Meanwhile, the French Carrier Strike Group is operating in the Bali Sea after wrapping up the French Navy-led multinational exercise La Perouse 25 exercise on Friday.

Malaysia's response to this crisis will reveal whether ASEAN's commitments to human rights are mere rhetoric or genuine principles of action.

Tourism Malaysia says the move is aimed at ensuring Malaysia's appeal as a major tourism destination among Asean tourists.

BANGKOK: The Thai government has expressed interest in collaborating with Malaysia on digital governance to enhance the quality of life for its citizens.

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.

TOKYO/BANGKOK/JAKARTA/KUALA LUMPUR -- Auto sales in Thailand in 2024 slowed to their lowest level in 15 years as the industry's slump deepened, contrasting with regional peers Malaysia and the Philippines, where market expanded.

Thailand has become the first country in Southeast Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. DW looks at LGBTQ+ rights across the region.

In contrast, neighbouring countries like Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand and the Philippines have adopted various strategies to make overseas voting more accessible. These include options ranging from postal ballots to in-person voting at embassies and, in some cases, internet voting.