Japan’s Takaichi pledges deeper energy cooperation with Vietnam
Takaichi signs six agreements with Vietnam, including on technology, agriculture and space, during a trip to Hanoi.
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Vietnam’s To Lam wins second term, extends top position for 5 more years
To Lam will continue to lead Vietnam’s Communist Party amid pledges to continue rapid reform of country’s economy.
US trade with Southeast Asia and Taiwan surging despite Trump tariffs
While trade data show exports from China have fallen dramatically, US customers are still buying from elsewhere.
Vietnam’s To Lam vows to fight corruption, pledges 10% economic growth
The Communist Party leader is reportedly considering a dual role as party chief and Vietnam’s president.
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Child of Dust: A man’s search for his father after the Vietnam War
Everything changes for 55-year old Sang, a child of the Vietnam war, when he miraculously discovers his American father.
Published On 13 Dec 2025
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Can Southeast Asia cope with record-breaking storms?
The region has seen a rise in more powerful storms this year.
Published On 8 Dec 2025
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Meet the US’s drug running friends: A history of narcotics involvement
Trump claims to be cracking down on drug gangs in Venezuela but pardoned a Honduran drug lord serving time in the US.
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Severe flooding in Thailand as recovery begins in Vietnam
Heavy rain has caused severe flooding across southern Thailand, where evacuations have begun in high-risk areas.
Published On 24 Nov 2025
Deadly floods and landslides continue to plague Southeast Asia
More rainfall is expected in the region over the coming days as thousands lose homes and crops.
Death toll from Vietnam floods rises to 90, several still missing
Vietnamese government estimates economic losses of $343m across five provinces due to the floods.
At least 41 dead as heavy rain, flooding and landslides hit central Vietnam
Forecasters warn more flooding, landslides expected as tens of thousands of people are evacuated from their homes.
