A public awareness campaign on alcohol safety was held in Vang Vieng District, Vientiane Province, from May 7 to 10, as part of an effort to strengthen consumer protection and reduce alcohol-related health risks.
Author: Sadina Aimee
Culture and Society Correspondent
Indonesia to expand campus violence prevention task force
On May 11, speaking at the Rector’s Expressions (REx) Chapter 3 forum hosted by Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Minister of Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection Arifah Fauzi praised universities that have established dedicated task forces to prevent and address violence on campus, reflecting Indonesia’s intensifying efforts to tackle violence within its higher education.
Cambodia to host 12th Sea Festival this December
On May 11, the Cambodian Ministry of Tourism confirmed that the 12th edition of the Sea Festival will take place in Preah Sihanouk Province from December 18 to 20, 2026, marking the return of the event after a two-year hiatus. The previous festival was staged from December 13 to 15, 2024.
Thailand to boost motorcycle tourism with Harley Davidson
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in partnership with Harley-Davidson Asia, organised the Amazing Thailand x Harley-Davidson Media Fam Trip from May 2 to 4 to promote southern Thailand as a unique destination for motorcycle touring.
Laos commemorates Red Crescent Day with blood donation event
To commemorate the 163rd anniversary of World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, a blood donation initiative was held by the National Blood Institute of the Lao Red Cross in the Vientiane capital on May 6.
50 monks to walk 500 km for Vesak at Indonesia’s Borobudur Temple
To celebrate Vesak day on May 31, 50 monks from Thailand, Malaysia and Laos will gather to do a spiritual “Walk for Peace” event which will be held on May 9 in Bali, Indonesia.
Son of Aung San Suu Kyi urges France to demand her proof of life
On May 5, Kim Aris, the son of Myanmar’s former civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi, expressed concern about his mother’s health and called for international pressure to confirm that she is still alive.
The Philippines orders national response to Mayon Volcano eruption
On May 4, the government of the Philippines ordered a full national response to assist communities affected by ashfall due to the ongoing unrest of Mayon Volcano in Albay province since May 2.
Singapore intensifies enforcement against illegal vaping
Singapore authorities stepped up efforts to curb illegal vaping in the first three months of 2026, seising more than 36,000 vaporisers and related parts.
Thai iced tea ranks among world’s best beverages
Thai iced tea has been ranked among the world’s top non-alcoholic beverages, securing ninth place in a global list released by TasteAtlas.