News Myanmar imposes nationwide ban on e-cigarettesSun, 22 Feb 2026 02:18:23 +07:00The ban was issued by the Myanmar Ministry of Health under authorisation from the Cabinet on February 18. It prohibits the importation, exportation, sale, possession, storage, carrying, distribution, use, and consumption of e-cigarettes and related accessories, as well as electronic shisha.Myanmar steps up prevention against Nipah virusMyanmar reaffirms determination to combat telecom scams, online gamblingMyanmar steps up crackdown on cross-border scam hubs Thailand steps up nationwide gun control measuresSun, 22 Feb 2026 00:11:33 +07:00Party chief’s attendance at Gaza Board of Peace’s inaugural meeting helps elevating multilateral diplomacySat, 21 Feb 2026 22:27:49 +07:00 Malaysia’s trade and service sector posts surplus after 14 yearsSat, 21 Feb 2026 22:12:41 +07:00According to the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade), the momentum was reinforced by the services sector, which recorded its first trade surplus since 2011, marking a successful shift toward a high-value service-driven economy.Malaysia poised for stronger economic growth in 2026Malaysia seeks to translate economic policies into practiceMalaysia forecasts 4.3-4.7% economic growth in 2026📝OP-ED: Party chief’s Washington visit strengthens Vietnam’s int’l standing, deepens ties with USSat, 21 Feb 2026 21:58:49 +07:00The trip represented an important diplomatic step, not only enhancing the country’s international standing but also clearly demonstrating its foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, peace, friendship, cooperation, multilateralism and diversification of relations, and proactive engagement in addressing global issues, in line with the spirit of the 14th National Party Congress.Party General Secretary To Lam meets US President Donald TrumpParty chief’s US trip marks milestone in high-level multilateral diplomacy: FMParty General Secretary To Lam meets US President Donald Trump at White HouseThailand deactivates tens of thousands of “ghost” SIM cardsSat, 21 Feb 2026 20:27:04 +07:00Trairat Viriyasirikul, Deputy Secretary-General and Acting Secretary-General of NBTC, said that the commission is collaborating with all licensed telecommunications operators and mobile service providers to screen and verify phone numbers exhibiting suspicious activity. Service is immediately suspended when any risks are identified.Thailand steps up preventive measures against election-related crimeThailand launches campaign to intensify crackdown on drug crimeThailand to deploy drones to tackle crime in tourist hotspots of PattayaVibrant spring festivals highlight Vietnamese history, cultureSat, 21 Feb 2026 19:51:51 +07:00A wide range of spring festivals are being held nationwide, celebrating the nation’s history and rich cultural heritage.Vietnam’s cultural beauty in spring festivalsGood fortune, peace and cultural experiences within spring journeysCalligraphy seeking: A cherished spring tradition in VietnamVietnam’s cultural beauty in spring festivalsSat, 21 Feb 2026 18:28:55 +07:00As the warmth of family reunions lingers and the scent of peach and ochna blossoms fills the spring air, the festival season awakens across Vietnam. From the northern mountains to the fertile deltas, crowds gather at communal houses, temples, and pagodas. Throughout thousands of years of history, festivals have become a vital cultural activity-the spiritual heartbeat of the Vietnamese people every spring.Traditional customs during Vietnamese Lunar New YearMaking banh chung for Tet: a traditional cultural practice of VietnamThe image of horse in the lives of Vietnamese peopleHuong Son sets sights on becoming a year round tourist destinationVietnamese communities in Israel, Russia celebrate traditional Lunar New Year Sat, 21 Feb 2026 18:12:26 +07:00On February 20 - the fourth day of the Lunar New Year, nearly 200 Vietnamese people living, working, studying in Israel gathered at the Tel Yitzhak farm, about 30 km north of Tel Aviv, to celebrate the traditional Tet holiday far from home.Vietnamese communities abroad celebrate Lunar New Year 2026Lunar New Year celebrations strengthen bonds among Vietnamese communities abroadVietnamese communities in regional countries celebrate Lunar New YearParty General Secretary To Lam meets US President Donald TrumpSat, 21 Feb 2026 17:38:40 +07:00General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam met with US President Donald Trump at the White House on February 20 morning (local time) as part of his trip to Washington D.C. to attend the inaugural meeting of the Gaza Board of Peace.Vietnam, US enhance cooperation in sci-tech, innovation, digital transformationParty chief’s US trip marks milestone in high-level multilateral diplomacy: FMParty chief wraps up trip for inaugural meeting of Gaza Board of Peace in USVietnamese Party chief receives former US Deputy Secretary of State 1 2 3 4 5