After 15 years of solo backpacking across Southeast Asia, a seasoned traveler reveals three can’t-miss cities bursting with culture, unforgettable food and great value – and the one popular stop they’d skip
Bali has seen a surge in high-profile murder cases, raising concerns over safety on the popular tourist island. Authorities insist it remains secure, but residents and visitors are on edge.
Law.asia today unveiled the Indonesia Law Firm Awards 2026 – a showcase of the country’s most outstanding firms. The programme celebrates excellence across key practice areas and spotlights landmark deals, pioneering innovations and exceptional client service
DW has partnered with Indonesian streaming platform Vidio to launch “The Scene,” a high-energy digital series that puts Southeast Asia’s youth culture center stage. From cutting-edge music and street fashion to bold food trends and grassroots activism, each episode dives into the voices, stories and styles shaping a generation – and the ideas sparking change across the region
From Bali’s sun‑soaked surf breaks to Vietnam’s buzzing street‑café workspaces, Southeast Asia is rewriting the rules of remote work. Dive in with us to discover the region’s top digital‑nomad hotspots, get the real numbers on living costs and visa options, and explore the co‑working trends reshaping life on the move
On Independence Day, protesters in Indonesia raised an anime-inspired pirate flag – a bold, visually arresting blend of pop culture and politics that directly challenged authority and ignited heated debate over national identity
Indonesia has ramped up immigration enforcement in Bali, cracking down on foreigners who work without the proper permits or barter services for goods. Authorities say the tougher measures are meant to protect local jobs and bring order back to the island’s bustling tourist scene
DBS has rejected speculation that its Indonesia unit will merge with Bank Central Asia – even as analysts say such a tie‑up could deliver strategic advantages and widen both lenders’ regional footprint
Indonesia is now experiencing Asia’s steepest surge in medical costs – medical inflation has soared to 13.6%, outpacing regional peers. Insurers warn the sharp rise could force premium increases and heap extra pressure on employer healthcare budgets
Indonesia’s recurring food crises are usually blamed on climate shocks and global price swings – but fresh analysis uncovers quieter, more dangerous culprits: inconsistent policies, fragile supply chains, and widening rural inequality that are hollowing out food security from the ground up
Agoda’s latest data reveal a wave of European interest in summer 2026 travel to Asia – Thailand still tops the list, Indonesia has leapt into second place, and Vietnam is rapidly emerging as a hot new favorite
Southeast Asia’s largest economy welcomed 10.5 million foreign visitors in the first eight months, VnExpress International reports – a striking comeback for tourism and a clear sign of the sector’s expanding role in the post-pandemic recovery
Raging wildfires in Indonesia have cloaked Southeast Asia in a suffocating haze, catapulting air pollution to hazardous levels – forcing schools to close, grounding flights, and reigniting fierce scrutiny of regional environmental policies
Sono Hotels & Resorts Asia will unveil a stylish lifestyle hotel in Bali’s vibrant Canggu – a design-led haven for experience-driven travelers and a bold signal of the group’s ambitions to expand across the region, TTG Asia reports
Brenntag has launched a cutting-edge Nutrition Innovation & Application Center in Jakarta – a hands-on hub where scientists, chefs and product developers collaborate to fast-track nutrition solutions. The new facility strengthens Brenntag’s R&D and technical support, accelerating product innovation and delivering tailored ingredients and formulations for Asia’s vibrant food and beverage market
The hashtag #SEAblings blew up after a Thai fan declared, “We will go to war.” The defiant post set off a firestorm across Southeast Asian social media – a fierce debate about K-pop fandoms, cultural soft power, and what regional identity really means
Indonesia is pushing Jakarta into the spotlight as Asia’s next fashion-tourism hub, officials said, pointing to new events, retail investments and creative collaborations aimed at attracting style-savvy shoppers from around the world
Health ministers and senior officials are gathering at the Seventy-ninth Session of the WHO Regional Committee for South‑East Asia to celebrate recent health gains, chart bold new priorities and strengthen coordinated regional disease‑control efforts
The RSIS commentary “CO26194 | El Niño, Heat and Haze” sounds the alarm: intensifying climate extremes across Southeast Asia are jeopardizing public health, overwhelming fragile healthcare systems, and making immediate, coordinated cross-border policy action indispensable
Indonesia’s entertainment scene is bursting onto the regional stage as a cultural powerhouse – fueled by streaming platforms, international collaborations, and a fearless new wave of creators who are redefining Asia’s cultural story