Bangladesh’s Jan exports climb 11.2% from Dec to US$4.41bil
The readymade garment sector maintained its dominant position, earning $22.98 billion during the period and posting growth of 11.77 percent year-on-year.
Vietnam, Jordan enhance parliamentary ties, expand multifaceted cooperation
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man emphasised Vietnam’s desire to expand cooperation with Jordan in trade, investment, tourism, agriculture, education and training, and healthcare, as…
ASEAN urged to strengthen ties with China
Cooperation within the bloc is key to boosting economic resilience, Thai experts argue.
Indonesia President Prabowo hints at harsh world politics challenging country’s non-alignment policy
The President also warned that Indonesia is standing in a precarious position amid mounting tensions between rival global powers and the looming risk of a world war, drawing on…
Japan police to enhance international cooperation against human trafficking
This comes after a case where a then 12-year-old Thai girl was forced to provide sexual services at a massage parlour with private rooms in Tokyo.
Indonesia condemns Israeli strikes amid fears of softening stance
Home to the world’s largest Muslim population and a long-standing supporter of the Palestinian cause, Indonesia has consistently advocated for a two-state solution and maintains…
Thai–Cambodian border scam hubs still under close watch
Authorities report that call-centre scam gangs are adapting to crackdowns by relocating their bases from Cambodia to neighbouring countries or moving further inland from border…
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi holds strategic dialogue with Russian security chief
FM Wang said the two countries should maintain close communication on major issues concerning bilateral relations, step up mutual support, and safeguard common interests.
Trump-Modi call: US to reduce tariffs on India to 18%; PM confirms relief for Made-in-India products
The US President claimed that Prime Minister Modi has agreed to stop buying Russian Oil and start purchasing more American and Venezuelan crude oil.
Five years on, ASEAN’s Myanmar dilemma persists
A lack of unity within the bloc and inconsistent engagement among member states signal fatigue and a divided and uncertain approach from ASEAN in handling Myanmar’s conflict,…