ASEAN VOICE

TRENDING
FEATURED
POPULAR NEWS

Madagascar’s 300-Kilogram Emerald Discovery and Its Regional Implications

A 300-kg emerald found in Madagascar’s royal palace raises questions on heritage, trade, and governance.

Forty‑Two Nations Secure Spots for FIFA World Cup 2026, Six Remain

With 42 teams confirmed for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, six qualification slots remain open.

Miss Universe 2025 Finale in Bangkok Highlights ASEAN’s Cultural Presence

The 74th Miss Universe pageant in Bangkok showcases ASEAN’s role in global culture, with India’s Manika Vishwakarma representing regional aspirations.

Russia’s First AI Robot Stumbles in Debut Demonstration

Analysts highlight gold and silver as strategic assets for resilience and diversification in 2026.

Seven Indonesian Magicians Honored with Golden Merlin Award 2025

Seven Indonesian magicians receive Golden Merlin Award 2025 from IMS New York, highlighting innovation and social impact.

INSPIRATIONAL ICONS

STIE Aprin Wins ADPI Global Award 2025 in Malaysia

STIE Aprin honored with ADPI Global Award 2025 for innovation and excellence in education.

Uripa Endang Susanto Receives the Inspiring Professional & Leadership Awards 2025–2026 from Award Magazine

PT BPR Cirebon Jabar Perseroda grows from a local village bank into a modern regional banking institution with assets above IDR 400 billion, strong governance, and a mission to empower MSMEs in West Java.

Hermansyah Romadhona Receives Inspiring Professional Awards 2025–2026 from the World Achievement Association

The World Achievement Association honors Hermansyah Romadhona, founder of ngontenpakeai.id, with the Inspiring Professional Awards 2025–2026 for his leadership in AI education and digital innovation in Indonesia.

Fenny Eka Widokarti Honored as Best Entrepreneur Women at the 11.0 Award Trends Summit 2025

Beauty entrepreneur Fenny Eka Widokarti, owner of F•E LASH & F•E STUDIO, receives the Best Entrepreneur Women award at the 2025 Award Trends Summit in Jakarta. Full profile and achievements.

Seven Indonesian Magicians Honored with Golden Merlin Award 2025

Seven Indonesian magicians receive Golden Merlin Award 2025 from IMS New York, highlighting innovation and social impact.

ASEAN HONOR

Ciamis Police Chief Receives Two National Awards for Humanist and Innovative Leadership

AKBP Akmal honored with dual national awards recognizing his humanist approach and innovative policing.

Vietnam Tourism Earns Global Recognition in Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2025

Vietnam ranks among the world’s friendliest, most attractive, and best culinary destinations in the 2025 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards.

Araku Coffee Wins Changemaker of the Year 2025 for Transforming Tribal Livelihoods

Araku Coffee, cultivated by tribal farmers in Andhra Pradesh, India, has been awarded Changemaker of the Year 2025 for its role in financial transformation and sustainable farming.

Bhavya Taneja Wins Top CMO BFSI Award 2025 for PNB Housing Finance

PNB Housing Finance’s CMO, Bhavya Taneja, wins the prestigious Top CMO BFSI Award 2025, recognizing her innovative brand strategy and leadership in India’s competitive financial sector.

BRI Manajemen Investasi Wins Best Brand Image and Pioneer of Mutual Funds 2025

BRI Manajemen Investasi secures Best Brand Image 2025 and is recognized as Pioneer of Mutual Funds at the CNBC Indonesia Awards 2025.

Influence Across Borders

Jay-Z Tops Forbes as World’s Richest Musician with $2.5 Billion Net Worth, Nearly Double Taylor Swift

Jay-Z, with a $2.5 billion net worth and 25 Grammy Awards, surpasses Taylor Swift to remain the world’s richest musician, driven by business empires beyond music.

Inalum Strengthens Commitment to Green Aluminium with Renewable Energy Push

PT Inalum aims to secure renewable energy for its Kuala Tanjung smelter, ensuring sustainable green aluminium production rare in global markets.

Sheila Lirio Marcelo: From Scaling Companies to Scaling Global Impact

Sheila Lirio Marcelo, founder of Care.com and Ohai.ai, redefines leadership by blending compassion with strategy, showing how love and vision can drive economic and social transformation.

Global PR Conference in Kuala Lumpur to Welcome 1,000 Delegates

From Nov 13–15, Kuala Lumpur will host a major international PR conference, uniting 1,000 delegates from ASEAN and beyond to discuss the future of communications.

From Headlines to Trust: Why National Media Outshines Advertising

Promotion is everywhere. Every brand fights for attention, yet digital ads and social posts often disappear in the endless noise. What truly elevates a business is not just visibility—it’s recognition.