On August 17, tourism services in Labuan Bajo, a famous tourism destination in Indonesia’s West Nusa Tenggara province, were continuing as normal following the 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Flores, East Nusa Tenggara, according to Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism and the Labuan Bajo Flores Tourism Authority (BPOLBF).
Author: Sadina Aimee
Culture and Society Correspondent, SEA Daily
Malaysia and Philippines Look to Expand Cross-Border Trade and Investment
On August 18, the Philippines and Malaysia are set to discuss ways of deepening bilateral cooperation as senior officials from both countries gather in Manila for the ninth Philippines-Malaysia Joint Commission Meeting (JCM).
At Least 47 Dead as Powerful Earthquake Strikes Flores Island Indonesia
On August 15, at least 47 people have died after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Indonesia’s Flores island, triggering search and rescue operations across several affected areas, the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) confirmed.
Philippines to Expand Luxury Cruise Tourism in 2027
The Philippines is set to strengthen its position as an expedition cruise destination, with three luxury vessels scheduled to visit Eastern Visayas in 2027 as demand grows for culturally immersive travel experiences.
Vietnam Welcomes Miss World 2026 in Quang Ninh
On August 12, thousands of people gathered at Halong Marina Square in Bai Chay ward, Quang Ninh province of Vietnam, on the occasion of the 73rd edition of Miss World, the most prestigious international beauty pageant.
Malaysia Introduces 10-Year Limit for Passport Validity
Malaysia’s Immigration Department has introduced a 10-year maximum validity period for the Malaysian International Passport (PMA), effective August 12.
Cambodia Offers 1,150 Vocational Scholarships to Vulnerable Youth
On August 11, a vocational training institute in northeastern Cambodia launched a new scholarship aimed at helping young people from poor and vulnerable households gain practical skills for employment.
Indonesia’s Rapid Response Team Deployed to Tackle Bromo Forest Fire
On August 9, the Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) of Lumajang, East Java, Indonesia, sent a Rapid Response Team (TRC) to help tackle a forest and land fire in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (TNBTS).
Cambodia Urges Safe Return of Thousands of Displaced Civilians
Cambodian Minister of Information Neth Pheaktra urged urgent measures to enable thousands of displaced civilians to return home safely, voluntarily and with dignity, warning that the issue has become a wider humanitarian and human rights concern.
Vietnam’s Leading Public Companies Named in 2026 VIX50 Ranking
On August 6, Vietnam Report JSC together with VietNamNet published its 2026 VIX50, highlighting 50 public companies considered among the country’s strongest in terms of reputation and business effectiveness.