October launch of ASEAN tech hub expected to drive regional innovation
The vision behind the initiative is to create an online platform that bridges the gap between university research and the private sector, fostering collaboration to accelerate…
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New Lao-Thai friendship bridge nears completion, set to boost regional trade
The 1,350-metre bridge will enable easy travel between Borikhamxay province in Laos and Bueng Kan province in Thailand and spur trade with other countries in the Greater Mekong…
Turmoil at border as Cambodia opens checkpoint hour later than Thailand on first day of new operating hours
June 8 marked the first day that operating hours at the Friendship Bridge checkpoint were changed from 6am–10pm to 8am–4pm.
Cambodia withdraws troops from disputed border area, Thai army confirms
The disputed land lies in the tri-border area of Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia, commonly referred to as the Emerald Triangle, or Mom Bei in Khmer, and became a flashpoint on 28 May…
Cambodia holds ground on ICJ resolution of border issue with Thailand; subject off table for June 14 talks
Despite some challenges, the statement noted that Cambodia has prioritised the peaceful resolution of border issues, even amid tensions and the tragic loss of life of soldiers…
Why is everyone talking about an ASEAN power grid?
The rapidly growing bloc is hungry for power to keep its economies humming. With electricity demand growth of 3 to 4 per cent a year, meeting that demand is a costly challenge for…
Laos eyes more Malaysian investments
Malaysia is Laos’ fourth-largest foreign investor, with total investment valued at US$946 million across 88 projects.
Philippine President Marcos, Singapore PM Wong vow deeper bilateral ties
In a joint statement in the Philippine state palace of Malacañang, President Marcos and PM Wong extolled their nations’ vibrant, enduring and dynamic relations as founding…
Thailand calls for bilateral talks on border issue, as Cambodia prepares ICJ case
Now that Thailand had urged bilateral mechanism, public sentiment in Cambodia has pushed the government to pursue a judicial resolution through ICJ for expedited closure.
Vietnam, Sri Lanka look to future rooted in 55 years of diplomatic ties
Specific measures should be taken to further boost ties in the fields of economy, investment, trade, national defence-security, tourism, culture, education-training, as well as…