Vietnam and South Korea target US$150bil in bilateral trade by 2030
During the session, both ministers expressed satisfaction with the progress made over the past year, particularly since the 13th meeting, and acknowledged that bilateral trade in…
SOUTH EAST ASIA
Philippines airs concerns during South China Sea talks between Beijing, ASEAN
Nevertheless, the Armed Forces of the Philippines previously noted that the latest rotation and resupply mission on April 9, is the 7th time when the task was done without…
Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, and India motor vehicle agreement protocol is now ready
BBIN-MVA aims to remove barriers and regulations for bolstering intraregional trade and connectivity.
Chinese President Xi’s state visits to Vietnam, Malaysia, Cambodia to enhance mutual understanding
Expectations are high that Mr. Xi's upcoming five-day visit to Southeast Asia will provide new impetus for peace and development in the region and beyond.
Chinese President China Xi to visit Southeast Asia as US counterpart Trump escalates tariff war
By making Southeast Asia the destination of his first overseas trip in 2025, Mr Xi signals Beijing’s intent to deepen alliances in response to Mr Trump’s tariff threats.
No official report yet on 3 arrested Filipino ‘spies’ in China: Philippine military
Based on reports, the suspected spies were identified as David Servañez, Albert Endencia, and Nathalie Plizardo. Servañez was arrested in October 2024, Endencia was collared in…
A momentous bond: Bhutan welcomes Thailand’s Royal Family
As Bhutan prepares to welcome Their Majesties, excitement buzzes across the nation. Ambassador Dorji emphasises the significance of this royal visit not only as a reflection of…
US reclaims spot as Southeast Asia’s preferred superpower amid concerns of China’s sway: Survey
This marks a pendulum swing back after China edged out the US for the first time in the 2024 edition of the same study.
Death toll from Myanmar quake surpasses 3,000 as military leader attends summit in Thailand
Seasonal rain could add new challenges to rescue efforts.
Time to capitalise on Johor-Singapore-SEZ, speed up talks on trade pacts: Malaysian business groups
Malaysia could also play a role in further promoting trade among ASEAN Plus nations such as China to offset the impact of the tariffs, says Associated Chinese Chambers of…