Asean makes big push to use local currencies
The decision to use local currencies in intraregional trade will help reduce external risks because it will lessen dependence on international currencies such as the US dollar,…
More than 180 Rohingya Muslims arrive by boat in Aceh
The United Nations refugee agency has said 2022 may have been one of the deadliest years at sea in almost a decade for the Rohingya, a persecuted religious and ethnic minority in…
Asean-China economic cooperation can progress when political issues are worked on
In saying this, Prime Minister Lee cited as an example the South China Sea code of conduct, negotiations over which have been stalled for years.
HK, Yunnan to boost links between mainland and ASEAN
Three corridors - the China-Vietnam Corridor, the China-Laos Railway and the China-Myanmar Pacific Ocean Corridor, will integrate Yunnan more closely with Indochina, an official…
US keen to sync with Asean on worsening crisis in Myanmar
Top US official Derek Chollet, who will be visiting the region, has called the situation in Myanmar the greatest challenge that Asean has faced in some time.
Siem Reap-Yunnan ties set to grow
The bulk of Yunnan-backed projects are large-scale, long-term and will significantly contribute to economic growth, a statement said.
China, Asean countries ‘agree on marine cooperation projects’
Asean and China agreed to carry out practical marine cooperation projects and jointly uphold peace and stability in the South China Sea, a Chinese spokesperson said.
Asean ‘unprepared’ for open conflict in Indo-Pacific: Experts
Red tape, a lack of coordination and minimal experience in joint operations would hamper the bloc, which are currently walking a tightrope amid the great powers rivalry in the…
Cambodia: China is biggest economic, trade partner in Asia
The Cambodian top diplomat also highlighted China's contributions to the world through its initiatives such as the Belt and Road Initiative, the Global Development Initiative and…
“PM Hun Sen calls for closer S’pore defence ties “
He also asked Singapore to improve connectivity, especially by air, and to encourage tourists who visit Singapore to extend their trips to Cambodia.