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A ferry carrying more than 200 people caught fire in southern Philippines on March 29, killing at least 10 passengers.

Sports officials from ASEAN member countries gathered virtually in the first Technical Working Group Meeting for the Preparation of ASEAN’s Joint Bid for the FIFA World Cup 2034 that took place on March 22.

Trade between countries along the Mekong River and China posted steady growth last year despite COVID-19 and the sluggish global economy.

Malaysian Minister of Communications and Digital Fahmi Fadzil said his country has the potential to become the leading digital hub of choice in Southeast Asia for foreign technology-based firms.

Laos will host the fourth Mekong River Commission (MRC) Summit and the MRC International Conference in its capital Vientiane from April 2-5.

ASEAN Secretary General Kao Kim Hourn on March 13 said a common currency and monetary union for the region are not a priority right now, as there are many other agendas that need attention.

Indonesia's Merapi volcano erupted on March 11, spewing hot cloud up to seven kilometers.

Thousands of US soldiers have joined troops of Thailand and the Republic of Korea (RoK) on a beach in Thailand for Cobra Gold, one of the largest annual military exercises in Asia

A Philippine fuel tanker partially sank in the country's waters on February 28, authorities said, as they tried to contain a diesel spill stretching several kilometres.

Vietnam has made an urgent appeal to the parties concerned in the Ukraine conflict for ending hostilities, avoiding acts of escalating tensions, and resuming dialogue to seek comprehensive, satisfactory, and peaceful solutions.

A delegation of the Vietnam People’s Army arrived in Antakya city of Turkey’s Hatay province on February 13 evening, to join search and rescue activities for earthquake-hit victims.

The Straits Times of Singapore, in an article published on February 7, highlighted the upcoming three-day official visit to the city state by Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.