BANGKOK, Feb 23, 2026 — Taxi overcharging and refusal to use meters have emerged as leading concerns among foreign tourists in Thailand, according to recent studies, posing a reputational challenge for one of Southeast Asia’s most tourism-dependent economies. Thailand ranked third globally for taxi-scam complaints in a study by British
BANGKOK, Feb 23, 2026 — Taxi overcharging and refusal to use meters have emerged as leading concerns among foreign tourists in Thailand, according to recent studies, posing a reputational challenge for one of Southeast Asia’s most tourism-dependent economies. Thailand ranked third globally for taxi-scam complaints in a study by British
WASHINGTON, Feb 22, 2026 — Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet concluded a series of high-level meetings in Washington this week that strengthened trade, defense and security ties with the United States while positioning Cambodia as a founding member of a new international peace initiative focused on Gaza. Hun Manet attended
PHNOM PENH, Feb 22, 2026 — Cambodia’s economy is projected to grow by 5% in 2026, with gross domestic product (GDP) expected to reach $53.79 billion, up from $51 billion in 2025, the Ministry of Economy and Finance said. GDP per capita is forecast to rise to $3,020 in 2026
The two most recent outbreaks of armed conflict along the Cambodia–Thailand border in 2025 have clearly demonstrated the existence of prior planning and pre-arranged military scenarios by the Thai armed forces aimed at seizing Cambodian territory. The first clash occurred between 24–28 July 2025, while the second attack took place
PHNOM PENH, Feb 21, 2026 — Vietnam says it may be on the verge of a significant reset in its relationship with Washington. According to Bloomberg, US President Donald Trump told Vietnam’s Communist Party chief To Lam that he would lift restrictions limiting the country’s access to advanced American technologies.
SINGAPORE, Feb 23, 2026 — Bitcoin fell more than 5% on Monday, slipping below $65,000 after U.S. President Donald Trump said he would raise global tariffs to 15%, reigniting trade uncertainty and prompting a pullback in risk-sensitive assets. The world’s largest cryptocurrency dropped to around $64,800 in early Asian trading,
