Indonesia warns of ‘open conflict’ in Indo-Pacific
Analysts are now questioning the state of South-east Asia’s security and calling on Indonesia to strengthen relevant Asean-led mechanisms.
People-centred approach needed in responding to rising sea levels: Diplomat
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang also suggested the UN Security Council adopt an early sea-level warning system.
US urged to explain balloon flights in Chinese airspace
Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin also said that the US is undoubtedly the world's leading perpetrator of state-sponsored surveillance.
Downed Chinese balloon aimed for Hawaii but was blown off course: US official
The US military said on Feb 13 that it had recovered critical electronics from the balloon, as well as large sections of the vessel itself.
After Chinese laser attack, Senator Go renews call for peaceful, diplomatic resolution of sea row
The senator also expressed confidence that President Marcos would assert the Philippines’ sovereignty over the West Philippine Sea.
China reopens visa-free travel to South Korean citizens
The National Immigration Administration said the resumption was in response to South Korea resuming the issuance of short-term visas for Chinese citizens.
El Salvadoran embassy officially opens in Vietnam, first in SE Asia
Vietnamese Deputy Foreign Minister Ngoc said that Vietnam and El Salvador shared the same aspirations for independence, freedom, and peace.
Korea, Mongolia pledge rare earths cooperation
Once clinched, the new trade pact will allow Korea to increase trade with and investment in Mongolia, the Prime Minister's office said in a statement.
Cambodia to repatriate Lao, Thai prisoners by Khmer New Year
Cambodia, Laos and Thailand will all celebrate the New Year at the same time in April.
Japan’s westernmost island Yonaguni and Taiwan dream of renewed bonds
Amid increased tensions with China and fears of a Taiwan contingency, momentum is building for new liner services to link Yonaguni Island in Okinawa Prefecture to Taiwan’s main…