From rich curries to spicy stews, we bring you some of the region’s best spots to enjoy authentic dishes and family recipes with a high-end twist
Malaysian marriage amendment bill passes with benefits for Muslims intact
In Malaysia, where there exists a dual legal system of both secular and sharia courts, Muslim spouses benefit from a distinct advantage in custody trials. Late last night a bill that was supposed to address the advantage was passed – minus the clause regarding these disputes
Meet the man behind Singapore’s Burnt Ends restaurant and London’s Town Hall Hotel
Since falling into the hospitality business at the turn of the century, Loh Lik Peng has forged a reputation as one of the region’s quirkiest innovators
Global outcry over Thai Junta’s charges against award-winning journalist
Pravit Rojanaphruk, who has been detained twice for ‘attitude adjustment’ sessions since the 2014 military coup, stands charged under the Thai Sedition Act for Facebook posts, some of which reportedly date back more than a year.
Will digital wallets succeed in creating a cashless Cambodia?
High smartphone penetration and a large unbanked population make Cambodia a seemingly ideal location to launch the next big digital wallet. Favourable demographics, however, are no guarantee of success
Stay ahead of the curve: Industry 4.0 in Cambodia
SPONSORED: Inspire Asean invites you to join industry leaders to discuss the next level of manufacturing in the Kingdom
Malaysia hypes green SEA Games later this month
As Kuala Lumpur gears up for an onslaught of tourists attending the region’s top sporting competition later this month, the government plans to tackle environmental issues that have plagued international competitions in the past
Whatever happened to… Thailand’s Redshirts?
With much of its leadership scattered or forced into hiding, the pro-democracy movement is in danger of losing the mass support that once propelled it to power
Indonesia pledges palm oil in return for Russian fighter jets
As Moscow’s relations with US and EU worsen, Indonesia is closing in on deals that would boost economic ties with Russia
Iflix comes to Cambodia preaching local focus
Malaysia-based video streaming service iflix announced today that it is expanding into Cambodia as part of its focus on emerging markets. The 3-year exclusive partnership with mobile operator Smart leaves just two countries in the region that iflix has not entered – Singapore and Laos.
What’s next for Cambodia’s manufacturing industry?
Amid rising labour costs, stagnant export prices and productivity rates well below its neighbours’, Southeast Asia Globe explores the future of the Kingdom’s factories
The eco-lodge empowering Cambodians to protect their own paradise
Sponsored: In providing economic opportunities to locals, Koh Kong’s 4 Rivers resort offers an inspiring model for sustainable tourism