South-East Asia – Earthquake (28.03.25)

France sends its condolences to the families and loved ones of the many victims of the earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand on Friday, 28 March. France expresses full solidarity with the people of Myanmar and Thailand at this difficult time. The …

Science Talk: Beyond bees and butterflies – why South-east Asia must step up on insect conservation

SINGAPORE – When people think of conservation, they often focus on large mammals or birds, but insects are just as vital to healthy ecosystems.  Insects occur in nearly every terrestrial habitat on earth, with estimates suggesting that they make up nearly …

Death toll reaches 1700 from devastating earthquake in south-east Asia

Asia stocks sink after Trump says reciprocal tariffs will hit ‘all countries’

Hong Kong’s Hang Seng fell 1.3 per cent, while the Shanghai Composite ended 0.5 per cent lower.PHOTO: BLOOMBERG BENGALURU – Asian share markets tumbled on March 31 as traders moved away from risk assets in trade-reliant emerging economies, after US …

Trump’s reciprocal tariff policy: Implications for South-East Asia

THE first few months of US President Donald Trump’s administration have been characterised by erratic changes to trade policy. The administra­tion has slapped new tariffs of 10%-25% on Canada, China, and Mexico, only to defer them more than once. The …

South-East Asia holds special responsibility in China-US Balance

KUALA LUMPUR/SINGAPORE (Bernama): South-East Asian countries have a special responsibility and a  crucial role to play in maintaining the balance between the two powers - China and the United States - said Professor Wang Gungwu. The National University …

Safeguarding South-East Asia’s marine ecosystems from ocean acidification threats

Safeguarding South-East Asia’s marine ecosystems from ocean acidification threats Published 28 March 2025 Newsletters and reports Leave a Comment Tags: Indian, policy, South Pacific The increasing carbon dioxide emissions from human activities are being …

Breaking: Earthquake hits South-east Asia

A strong 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit central Myanmar on Friday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said, buckling roads in the capital Naypyidaw and with tremors felt in China and Thailand. The tremor’s epicentre was located 16 kilometres (10 …

Powerful quake in South-east Asia kills several people; Thailand’s stock exchange suspends trading

[BANGKOK] The Stock Exchange of Thailand suspended all trading activities for the afternoon session on Friday (Mar 28) after a strong earthquake rocked Myanmar. It shook buildings and triggered evacuations in parts of Thailand and Vietnam, with a second …

Moment 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Rattled South-East Asia | Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam Jolted

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar, with tremors felt as far as Bangkok and China’s Yunnan province. The quake, followed by a 6.8-magnitude aftershock, caused building collapses, infrastructure damage, and widespread panic. …