Yesterday
Thailand and Cambodia agree to ‘immediate’ ceasefire, Malaysian PM says
The two sides have agreed to cease hostilities after “frank discussions” brokered by Malaysian prime minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Thai, Cambodian leaders hold peace talks as Trump weighs in
The first talks since clashes began on July 24 come within 48 hours of the US president saying Thai and Cambodian leaders had agreed to “quickly work out a ceasefire”.
This Month
Thailand, Cambodia ignore Trump’s warning to halt deadly clashes
Attempting to play peacemaker, the US president warned the leaders of both countries would not secure a trade deal with Washington until the conflict ends.
Thailand warns of war with Cambodia as deadly clashes continue
More than 100,000 people have been displaced in the deadliest conflict between the two nations in 14 years.
Want to live longer? Try this new brain enhancement program
Forget body scrubs and hot rock massages – the treatments at a Thai wellness retreat are on the cutting edge of cognitive healing.
Grace Kim finishes with eagle-birdie-eagle to claim her first major
“I don’t know how it happened, really,” the Australian said after the stunning finish to win on the second playoff hole against Jeeno Thitikul.
China fears global trade isolation via Trump tariff deals
US officials are deep in talks with major trading partners in Asia and Europe, pushing for new agreements that would include restrictions on Chinese content.
June
Are you addicted to luxury? Then you’ll love this new hotel
We check in to Aman Nai Lert Bangkok, the serene new premises from the hospitality group with a cult-like following.
May
Is Trump’s ‘Made in America’ iPhone a fantasy?
The need for ‘small hands’ is just one of the several reasons supply chain experts say shifting iPhone production to the US would be unfeasible.
April
US hits SE Asia with up to 3521pc tariffs on solar imports
The Trump administration is largely targeting Chinese companies that have set up solar panel factories in Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia and Thailand.
‘All-round blockade’: Trump tariffs hit China’s offshore factories
Chinese companies that shifted operations to South-East Asia to save costs while getting around Trump tariffs during his first mandate are back in the firing line.
Vale Gwen Robinson, intrepid journalist who could tame huge egos
The Asia expert was known for her network of contacts, bold reporting and extraordinary kindness to young journalists and anyone needing help.
March
Myanmar quake death toll hits 1700 as aid scramble intensifies
The devastation has piled more misery on Myanmar, already in chaos from a civil war that grew out of a nationwide uprising after a 2021 military coup.
Trump’s trade ‘Liberation Day’ explained
The US has said it wants to impose tariffs on a “country by country” basis, hitting any trading partners that have higher levies on the US than it imposes back.
Chinese company faces probe over Bangkok skyscraper quake collapse
The death toll from an earthquake that hit Myanmar and Thailand passed 1600, as authorities launched an investigation into the toppling of a partly built high-rise.
Earthquake rocks Myanmar and Thailand, Bangkok high-rise collapses
The 7.7 magnitude quake struck on Friday with an epicentre near Mandalay. The death toll has risen to nearly 700 and one agency says it could top 1000.
February
Pack your kaftan or run for cover? White Lotus effect hits Thailand
These are the four luxury hotels featured in the HBO anthology’s third season – plus a few others for the vibe but avoiding the rush.
December 2024
‘Verging on criminal’: Questions over concrete wall in plane crash
Experts have questioned the location and composition of a runway wall after the South Korean plane smashed into the barrier and burst into flames this week.
We check into the next White Lotus resort
The third series of the streaming hit is set in the exclusive Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui. Here’s what it’s like.
October 2024
Albanese to press China on trade
The Association of South-East Asian Nations leaders’ summit will take place in Vientiane, Laos this week, the latest international push by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.