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Tokyo, Canberra should deepen relations to level equivalent to alliance: The Yomiuri Shimbun

Although Japan and Australia do not have a security treaty like that between Japan and the United States, their relationship can be said to be developing to a level equivalent to…

  • Published: September 8, 202510:12 am
  • Author The Yomiuri Shimbun
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Defence diplomacy—Malaysia’s path to peace

The writer says that the essence of defence diplomacy is where military strength is measured not only by deterrence, but also by the capacity to build trust and peace.

  • Published: August 28, 202510:06 am
  • Author Mohamed Khaled Nordin
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China and shifting geopolitics

The writer observes that Pakistan-China relations have not been affected by Islamabad’s improved ties with Washington.

  • Published: August 28, 202510:05 am
  • Author Zahid Hussain
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No, the 1971 issues haven’t been resolved: The Daily Star

"In the spirit of increasing warmth in bilateral ties and freeing itself from a historical burden, Pakistan should positively consider Bangladesh's demands for a genuine apology…

  • Published: August 27, 202510:34 am
  • Author The Daily Star
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Healthy China-India relations good for regional development, stability: China Daily

It is particularly important for the two neighbours, the world's two most populous countries, to manage their differences for their economic and social development.

  • Published: August 19, 202510:34 am
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Alliance for Northeast Asia nuclear-weapon-free zone

Northeast Asia is the sole region of the world to have suffered the atrocity of nuclear warfare, and Koreans, alongside the Japanese, experienced its cataclysmic destruction.

  • Published: August 12, 202510:26 am
  • Author Kee Kyong-hee
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Gaza ‘takeover’ will ignite another horrific chapter for the Middle East: China Daily

There needs to be an immediate and permanent ceasefire, the release of all hostages, as well as rapid, safe, unimpeded and large-scale delivery of humanitarian aid to the…

  • Published: August 12, 202510:24 am
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ASEAN at 58: Not perfect, but indispensable

Far from being an obsolete talk shop, ASEAN—now marking its 58th birthday on August 8, 2025—is still the single most important political mechanism preventing Southeast Asia…

  • Published: August 7, 202510:28 am
  • Author Piti Srisangnam and Suthichai Yoon
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ASEAN leadership redefined: Malaysia PM Anwar’s quiet diplomacy halts deadly Thailand-Cambodia clash

PM Anwar's role as mediator has earned widespread praise, not only for de-escalating a dangerous flashpoint but also for revitalising ASEAN's credibility in managing…

  • Published: August 1, 202510:35 am
  • Author Wong Chun Wai
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What’s next for Cambodia after the ceasefire with Thailand?

Moving forward, three key areas need to be taken into account to support Cambodia’s ongoing development, especially after the border conflict. These critical areas include media…

  • Published: July 31, 202510:30 am
  • Author Kimkong Heng

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