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Small and medium-size enterprises account for some 35 per cent of the Thai economy, hiring 70 per cent of the country’s workforce.

Currently, less than half of about 80 million litres of milk consumed each year are produced locally, while the rest is imported.

The colonial port city George Town on the Malaysian island of Penang has magic all of its own – it dazzles visitors with its winding alleys, pastel-painted storefronts, sumptuously restored hotels and mouthwatering food.

Douyin has become a way to complain about corporations for unsatisfied consumers, even users who are older or not tech-savvy, says this lecturer.

The Malaysian state of Sabah is determined to ramp up elephant conservation efforts. CNA looks at the challenges of protecting these mammals both in captivity and in the wild.

The Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System link is expected to serve about 10,000 passengers per hour each way. 

The Singaporean CEO was questioned by US lawmakers about TikTok's alleged links to China, as well as access to home Wi-Fi networks.

One area Mr Chew succeeded in was explaining some of the nuances around the platform’s algorithm and what makes it successful, says another analyst.

Bright was in Singapore to celebrate the first outdoor YSL Beauty Libre pop-up. CNA Lifestyle sat down with him to uncover little known facts about the 25-year-old rising Thai star.

TikTok CEO Chew Shou Zi faced relentless questioning by US lawmakers for more than five hours, over the app's alleged ties to China and its harmful content to teens.  

Despite the economic returns, Philippine lawmakers are wary of what they say are the social costs of these online casinos, which have been linked to multiple crimes, including human trafficking. 

Two in five executives in Hong Kong expect to increase their headcount this year, according to KPMG’s survey of 1,300 professionals in Hong Kong and mainland China.

TikTok's Singaporean CEO Chew Shou Zi is set to appear for the first time before the US Congress on Thursday to address the concerns of lawmakers.

TikTok CEO Chew Shou Zi is set to deny allegations by US lawmakers that the hugely popular video-sharing app had ever, or ever would, share data with the Chinese government.

The men - known collectively as “Thai Hot Guy” - are popular on social media. They are waiters from Staneemeehoi restaurant in Bangkok and have gone viral for dancing while dressed in women's clothes.

Chinese President Xi Jinping can position himself as a peacemaker after state visit to Russia. It fits into Xi’s ambitions for his legacy, says political observer Bo Zhiyue.

The peak annual durian season in Malaysia typically happens from May to August.

Twelve-year-old Puteri Rafasya is still traumatised by the incident.

The accident in Pagoh involved four vehicles including an express bus. 

With former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin and others caught in the widening anti-corruption net, Anwar Ibrahim might have the momentum to push through political funding law reform, says CNA’s Leslie Lopez.

The cylinder containing radioactive substances has yet to be found.

The newly elected UMNO vice-presidents are, however, not expected to sway public perception of the party ahead of the upcoming state elections, says an analyst.

One store owner is fighting to survive, offering a wide variety of items and embracing technology to retain his customers. 

CNA’s Nivell Rayda looks into the world of illegal motorcycle racing on the streets of Jakarta, and how the authorities are trying to stamp out the problem.

The president and her husband will also have a new orchid hybrid named in their honour.

Made up of local volunteers, the hinoyojin fire patrol fosters a sense of community spirit by reminding residents about fire risks and keeping an eye on the neighbourhood.

The possibility of Chinese aid will be the subtext of the meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, says Robert Kelly.

The provincial governor has proposed a ban on motorbike rentals for tourists. He also wants to revoke the visa-on-arrival scheme for Russians and Ukrainians.

While the road to better relations between the two countries may be uphill, the need for them to work together given the changing geopolitical landscape is clear, observers said.

After coping with last year’s tragedy, where a giant video screen fell and injured their backup dancers during a concert, the group is making a bid to revive Hong Kong’s pop music scene.

Asia will benefit from China’s reopening despite a muted global growth forecast and amid troubles brewing in the banking sector, Mr Cormann said.

Singapore and Indonesia signed six agreements at a leaders' retreat, including in emerging areas such as energy and sustainability.

There will be no more reduction in toll charges for vehicles travelling through Tuas Checkpoint during off-peak hours.

Cambodia has reengaged ASEAN on Myanmar and has consistently condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Whether it can truly forge a foreign policy that stands apart from China will impact the next generation of Cambodian leaders, say two academics.

Only eight out of 296 regional cities in Southeast Asia - where data is recorded - met the World Health Organisation’s guideline for PM2.5 last year. PM2.5 are tiny particles that can cause serious health problems. 

However, the new rules also reduced the blackout dates for performances during Malaysia’s independence day celebrations between August and September.

However, the new rules also reduced the blackout dates for performances during Malaysia’s independence day celebrations between August and September.

GaaSyy, whose real name is Yoshikazu Higashitani, is the first Japanese MP to be expelled for never setting foot in parliament.

As tensions rise with China and Russia, Australia, the UK and the US see merit in tightening their already close security and intelligence relationship, says the Financial Times’ Gideon Rachman.

Ken Noguchi, who has scaled the highest peaks of all seven continents, was in the Himalayas in 2015 when a massive 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck.

Things are however looking up for the city as those who left the city look to return following the city's reopening.

The man accused of assaulting Malaysian actor Kamal Adli has been remanded for psychiatric observation.

This was in contrast to Chinese President Xi Jinping and new Foreign Minister Qin Gang, who had sharp words for Washington over the course of the nation’s parliamentary meetings last week.

India is well-positioned to seize opportunities from the changing geopolitical climate, but it will have to invest to ensure good jobs for its young workforce, says NUS Institute of South Asian Studies’ Iqbal Singh Sevea.

Indonesia currently grants visa-on-arrival for citizens from more than 80 countries.

A look back at the highlights from the meetings of China's parliament and political advisory body over the last 10 days.

A look back at the highlights from the meetings of China's parliament and political advisory body over the last 10 days.

Mrs Janet Yeoh, the actress’ mother, said: “I'm proud of my daughter. She is very hardworking.”

Naatu Naatu won best original song at the Academy Awards, while The Elephant Whisperers nabbed the trophy for best documentary short film.

Making his public debut in a wide-ranging media conference, Li Qiang also says China's 2023 growth target would be "no easy task".