Archive: Dec 2018



STORY OF THE DAY • Dec 31, 2018 • 3 min read

Sustainable ecotourism Adventure tourism in Myanmar's troubled Shan state

By Lily Hess • Dec 31, 2018
Myanmar’s Shan state, despite its vast size and stunning landscapes, is hardly a tourism hot spot. It’s one of the poorest parts of this nation, and many of its young people migrate to Thailand seeking work. When one Western couple noticed this migration, they started an adventure tourism company that’s also a social enterprise

STORY OF THE DAY • Dec 31, 2018 • 1 min read

'It's up to the Thai people' Noam Chomsky on Thailand’s hard road to freedom

By Pavin Chachavalpongpun • Dec 31, 2018
In this video interview, Professor Noam Chomsky, marking his first time speaking exclusively on the political situation in Thailand, delves into the issue of the monarchy in Thai politics, the persistent political intervention of the Thai army, the draconian lèse-majesté law and the role of Thai youths in changing the political environment

STORY OF THE DAY • Dec 28, 2018 • 3 min read

Chef Bee Satongun 'To truly taste, your mind must be clear'

By Lesly Lotha • Dec 28, 2018
Chef Bee Satongun has had a remarkable year. Elit Vodka named her Best Female Chef, her “heirloom Thai cuisine” restaurant, Paste Bangkok, which she co-owns with her husband, was awarded a Michelin star and She recently opened another branch in Laos. Satongun talks with Southeast Asia Globe about the importance of taste and research when creating the perfect balance of flavours

STORY OF THE DAY • Dec 28, 2018 • 3 min read

Rave paradise Music, art and adventure at Vietnam's Epizode festival

By Amanda Kaufmann • Dec 28, 2018
More than 140 international and regional DJs are set to descend on Vietnam’s island of Phu Quoc for Epizode, a mammoth 11-night festival returning for its third year. Ahead of its opening party today, Southeast Asia Globe speaks to the festival’s general producer Artem Harchenko, aka Tyoma, about the festival’s progression, its creative themes and working in Asia

Dec 25, 2018 • 15 min read
Whatever happened to

Vietnam’s forgotten veterans

On Christmas Day 40 years ago, 150,000 Vietnamese troops crossed the border into Cambodia to drive the murderous Khmer Rouge regime from power. Decades later, those men remain haunted by their memories
By Paul Millar • Dec 25, 2018

Dec 25, 2018 • 7 min read
2018 in review

Southeast Asian leaders’ most controversial quotes

This year has been a whirlwind of surprising news and geopolitical drama in Southeast Asia, with three elections, infamous imprisonments and a meeting in Singapore of two of the world’s most caricaturesque political figures. One constant though, is the propensity of the region’s leaders to serve up memorable quotes. Southeast Asia Globe offers these shocking, funny, bizarre and sometimes sad remarks from different leaders in our neighbourhood as a parting glance at an eventful 2018
By Lily Hess • Dec 25, 2018

Dec 20, 2018 • 4 min read
Leeches to purging

The healing techniques of Ayurvedic medicine

Vaidya C. D. Siby has been practicing Ayurvedic medicine, one of the world’s oldest holistic healing methods, for nearly 20 years, and opened Ayur Centre in Kuala Lumpur at the turn of the century. He talked with Southeast Asia Globe about the treatments he offers and how they can complement mainstream medicine to improve clients’ lives
By Janelle Retka • Dec 20, 2018

Dec 20, 2018 • 3 min read

The Blue Circle is unlocking the future of wind energy

Renewable energy prices have never been more competitive. But without clear support from the public sector, a sustainable future for Cambodia’s next generation may remain frustratingly out of reach
By Southeast Asia Globe Editorial • Dec 20, 2018

Dec 19, 2018 • 3 min read
Cambodia

Digital technology essential for economic growth, says World Bank

Cambodia’s economic growth in recent years has been rapid, with the Kingdom benefitting from preferential trade treatment and an abundance of low-skilled labour. But the country will need to look to new technologies and greater digital adoption across different sectors to continue enjoying that prosperity, according to a World Bank report
By Robin Spiess • Dec 19, 2018

Dec 19, 2018 • 2 min read
Say No to Plastic

EXO Travel promoting sustainable tourism

For 25 years, EXO Travel has delivered exciting ways to experience Asia, including the attractions of Cambodia, with a focus on preserving its cultural and natural beauty. Responsible operations are part of our goal to become the most sustainable Destination Management Company (DMC) in Southeast Asia
By Southeast Asia Globe Editorial • Dec 19, 2018