Kuala Lumpur Durian Experience Centre (KLDEX) has earned official recognition from ASEAN Records for creating Malaysia’s First and Largest Integrated Durian Experience Destination, marking a major step forward in the evolution of Malaysia’s food tourism and agro-cultural attractions. The recognition highlights KLDEX’s role in reimagining durian beyond a seasonal delicacy Read more…
The inaugural Penang ASEAN Book Fair (PABF) 2026 is set to welcome 350,000 visitors, positioning itself as one of the region’s largest literary and educational events while reinforcing Penang’s role as a growing hub for knowledge exchange, publishing and cultural collaboration across ASEAN. Scheduled from 3 to 6 July 2026 Read more…
The Malaysian government will introduce a 10% home purchase discount during the ASEAN Real Estate Conference (AREC) 2026, aimed at reducing the upfront financial burden for homebuyers and improving access to homeownership. The conference will take place at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) from 29 July to Read more…
SCE Distributor Sdn Bhd has been officially recognised by ASEAN Records for achieving the Highest Pre-Owned Laptop TikTok Shop LIVE Sales by a Single Non-Affiliate Seller Store, after generating RM1,090,992.42 in LIVE-attributed Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) within seven days through Malay-language TikTok Shop LIVE sessions from 5 to 11 May Read more…
Malaysia is set to host the ASEAN Mineral Investment Forum (AMIF) 2026, a landmark regional platform aimed at strengthening investment, collaboration and sustainable development across ASEAN’s mineral sector. The initiative reflects the region’s growing commitment to building resilient mineral value chains that support industrial growth, clean energy transition and long-term Read more…
MegaKlinik Dr. Suffian (MKDS) has been officially recognised by ASEAN Records for achieving the Largest Annual Participation in a Single-Clinic, Internationally Certified, Doctor-Supervised Medical Weight Loss Programme with Integrated Customised Intervention Protocol (2,630 Participants in 2025; 5 Certified Supervising Doctors; 3 Care Domains; 5 Customised Intervention Variables) The achievement underscores Read more…
China’s electric vehicle (EV) exports climbed to a record US$9.2 billion in May 2026, underscoring the rapid expansion of the global EV market and the growing importance of ASEAN as one of the industry’s fastest-growing destinations. The milestone reflects rising international demand for Chinese-made electric vehicles, with Southeast Asia emerging Read more…
Rising demand for Southeast Asian tropical fruits in China is driving the expansion of the China-ASEAN fruit trading hub in Guangxi, reinforcing the growing importance of cross-border agricultural trade between China and ASEAN. The China-ASEAN (Chongzuo) Fruit Trading Centre, located in Pingxiang City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, has become a Read more…
Malaysia and Bangladesh have reaffirmed their commitment to working together through ASEAN and regional diplomatic channels to seek sustainable solutions to the prolonged Rohingya humanitarian crisis, underscoring the importance of regional cooperation, humanitarian responsibility and long-term stability. The renewed engagement reflects growing recognition that the Rohingya issue remains one of Read more…
HANOI (Xinhua) — June 2026 — Vietnam is intensifying its efforts to attract investment from developed economies and leading global technology companies as part of a long-term strategy to strengthen its position as one of ASEAN’s premier destinations for high-value, innovation-driven investment. The initiative reflects the country’s ambition to move Read more…
