ASEAN reaffirms commitment to keep Southeast Asia nuclear-weapon-free
Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan affirmed the bloc's commitment to the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ) Treaty in his opening remarks at the SEANWFZ…
Why China’s ultimatum to Myanmar rebels threatens global supply of heavy rare earths
China, which has a near-monopoly over the processing of heavy rare earths, has threatened to halt buying the minerals mined in rebel-controlled territory unless the militia stops…
South Korea eyes further negotiations as US sets new tariff deadline
Unveiling a new deadline of Aug. 1, which had previously been July 8, the letter signed by US President Donald Trump indicated that most South Korean goods entering the US will be…
Vietnam, China agree to beef up cooperation in various fields
Vietnam PM Pham Minh Chinh proposed that China prioritise and accelerate cooperation on railway connectivity, specifically the Lao Cai-Hanoi-Haiphong standard gauge railway, with…
Bangladesh retains second largest apparel exporter spot in 2024
The South Asian country is behind only China, per data from the World Trade Organisation.
Japan to establish command center for dealing with crimes, other issues involving foreign nationals
Amid an increase in the number of foreign residents and visitors to Japan, there have been incidents and accidents involving foreigners, as well as troubles within local…
Thai government under fire over US tariff hike as opposition demands resignations
Senior MPs call for ministers to step down after 36% US import duty announced, and warn of severe economic fallout.
US tariffs pose danger to ASEAN countries: Chinese experts
Only through collective defense of integrated supply chains and trade stability can China and ASEAN countries counter "protectionist acts" and achieve shared prosperity, said an…
Pakistan warns UN of escalating terror threat from Afghanistan
The warning came amid a surge in terrorist violence in Pakistan in recent weeks.
The 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur poised to be largest ever: Malaysia PM Anwar
The Prime Minister said several heads of government from outside ASEAN have confirmed their attendance at the summit, which will be held from Oct 26 to 28. Among those confirmed…