ASEAN News Brief: May 15, 2026

This compilation covers key economic and policy updates across ASEAN. Vietnam's gaming industry is booming with government support, attracting 35,000 to a recent event. Laos now requires foreign tourists to show full accommodation proof for their entire stay. Singapore Airlines warns of rising fuel costs causing a 57.4% drop in annual profit despite strong travel demand. The Philippines saw a 52.3% surge in foreign investment commitments in Q1. Myanmar will host the Thai Expo in Yangon in June. Malaysia's Q1 GDP grew by 5.4%. Thailand proposed a '5T' strategy for industrial transformation. Cambodia is drafting a startup development strategy. Lastly, Indonesia expressed concerns over tariff measures at the BRICS meeting in India.