South Korea will nearly double state-backed financing for housing construction to 47.8 trillion won (US$33.7 billion) and ease mortgage rules for young buyers, the Financial Services Commission said Aug. 13.

Ho Chi Minh City has addressed flooding in many places, yet its fragmented infrastructure, delayed works, and increasing rainfall and high tides mean many areas still suffer from severe waterlogging.

British University Vietnam (BUV) and Manchester Metropolitan University have expanded their partnership to integrate workplace experience into academic programs and strengthen graduate employability in Vietnam.

Singapore has pledged nearly S$70,000 (US$54,700) in support for every child, but long working hours and education pressure are keeping many young couples from becoming parents.

This city is ranked highest among all Southeast Asian peers in the Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2026, which assesses the performance and future potential of the world's largest cities.