Why the SEA3K Genomic Dataset Matters for Genealogists In June 2025, scientists introduced the SEA3K genomic dataset , a groundbreaking Southeast Asian genomic atlas published in Nature . Until now, fewer than 200 indigenous genomes from mainland Southeast Asia have been represented in international databases. This new dataset includes over 3,000 sequenced genomes from six countries, covering five language families and 30 ethnic groups. This initiative provides unprecedented

Why Local Expertise Is Essential   Challenges in Southeast Asia The complex history of Southeast Asia has left its mark on the way records are kept. Decades of conflict, colonisation, and administrative changes have resulted in archives that are fragmented, incomplete, or in some cases destroyed. Many civil status documents are handwritten, often in fragile condition, and not digitised. Others are kept in rural district offices where access is limited. Another layer of comple

Why the Notaries’ Congress Matters for International Succession The annual Congress of French Notaries is one of the most important legal gatherings in Europe, bringing together thousands of notaries, legal experts, and international partners. The 121st edition in Montpellier focuses on succession law, family heritage, and international cooperation —topics directly linked to heir tracing and probate genealogy. Southeast Asia and the Global Dimension of Successions With global

Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos and Thailand.Key Issues in Cross-Border Successions Each of these four countries has its own inheritance laws and procedures. Vietnam follows a civil law system, Cambodia and Laos have mixed frameworks, while Thailand applies unique succession rules. This diversity makes it difficult for foreign professionals to navigate without assistance. Why Choose a Regional Expert A regional expert ensures reliable identification of heirs, certified documentation

Le 121ᵉ Congrès des notaires de France  se tiendra à Montpellier du 24 au 26 septembre 2025 . Cet événement phare de la profession notariale rassemble chaque année plusieurs milliers de notaires, d’experts juridiques et de partenaires institutionnels autour de thématiques majeures liées au droit, aux familles et aux successions. En 2025, l’accent sera mis sur l’ adaptation du notariat aux enjeux internationaux, numériques et successoraux , en accordant une attention particuli