TravelPhilippines
Philippines considers more airports for Chinese visa-free arrivals
The proposed expansion would support charter flights from China and help pursue a 2026 target of 6.4-6.8 million international visitors.
Latest stories
The newest stories from every section and country of Asean Coverage.
Page 84 of 161
- BadmintonIndonesia
Fajar and Fikri beat Liang and Wang to reach Denmark Open final
The Indonesian third seeds won in three games against China's second seeds after losing their two previous meetings at the 2026 Asian Games.
- FootballIndonesia
Garudayaksa beat Arema 3-1 for first Super League win
Rubio, Jayro and substitute Carlos Iury scored as the hosts recovered from an early deficit at Pakansari Stadium in Bogor.
Vietnam seeks global top-20 talent ranking with recruitment policy changes
Conclusion No. 105 proposes annual state spending of about 0.1 per cent of GDP on talent initiatives, alongside changes to incentives for skilled professionals.
Laos and Thailand seek progress on trade and border cooperation
Sonexay Siphandone called for practical outcomes as the two countries prepared for a bilateral commission meeting in Luang Prabang on October 2.
- Business & CompaniesIndonesia
IDX and MNC Sekuritas open 23 investment galleries across Indonesia
The simultaneous opening received MURI recognition, while related activities generated 5,938 IDX Mobile subscribers.
- EV & MobilityMore ASEAN
Laos orders road assessment to target limited infrastructure funds
Prime Minister Saleumxay Kommasith also called for better infrastructure to support electric vehicles and quality standards for electric vehicle imports.
- MarketsIndonesia
IDX launches green equity designation for three listed companies
The voluntary scheme uses independent reviews to identify businesses involved in green activities or the transition to a low-carbon economy.
- Trade & PolicyThailand
Thailand confident of meeting 2028 OECD membership goal
Anutin reported positive feedback from OECD chief Mathias Cormann, although entry depends on technical reviews and unanimous backing from members.
- Trade & PolicyIndonesia
Indonesia and Russia target year-end completion of FTA procedures
Ratification of the Indonesia–Eurasian Economic Union trade pact is in its final stage, with both countries seeking to finish administrative steps before the end of 2026.
