Ukraine war risks setting back recovery in South-east Asia’s $500m tourism industry
The sudden loss of the promising Russian market has come as a shock for many tourism players this year.
SOUTH EAST ASIA
Myanmar’s democrats must be allowed to attend the UN Human Rights Council
The writers say the United Nations Human Rights Council has the oppurtunity to honor its human rights mission and responsibility to the people of Myanmar.
Asean-US summit delayed, organizer Jakarta says timing ‘not ideal’
Indonesia has been working closely with the US to organize the special summit to celebrate the 45th anniversary of US engagement with the regional organization.
Cambodia minister Sar Kheng calls for closer India ties in education
Following the request made by the interior minister, India expressed an interest in strengthening cooperation between the two countries.
Cambodia says Asean-US summit postponed, seeking new date
The summit is seen as part of US efforts to step up engagement with the region and push back against China's growing power.
Common digital currency could revive Asean integration
The writer says a closer-knit political-economic union within the RCEP would give ASEAN more clout in the trade block.
Japan provides $30 million for new Takhmao water treatment plant
The construction project was scheduled to begin in June and would be completed in December 2024.
Vietnam values Poland protecting Vietnamese citizens
The Vietnamese foreign minister expressed hope that Poland would provide shelter for the Vietnamese people on the journey from Ukraine.
Cambodia, China vow to prop up regional stability, prosperity: Ministry
The pledge was made at a March 4 meeting between the two foreign ministers.
Cambodia, Malaysia armies bulk up regional security co-op
Both sides commented on how the “friendship and cooperation” between the two countries in the defence sector had improved.