Asean upholds ‘noninterference’ as it brings human rights body into Myanmar debate
Foreign Minister Retno LP Marsudi noted concerns from other Asean countries that any additional pressure could prove unproductive.
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First ‘pra’ fish export for China in process
The fish, sometimes referred to as simply “iridescent shark” despite not being a shark, is one of Cambodia’s more cultivated shark catfish varieties.
Indonesia lifts workers’ entry ban to Malaysia
The restrictions will be lifted from Aug 1, and bosses who wish to employ Indonesian workers can start recruiting from then.
Another harassment incident recorded in Ayungin Shoal
Ayungin Shoal is a low-tide elevation located 105 nautical miles off Palawan and is within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone.
China-Laos Railway improves more than just travel time
The China-Laos Railway introduced the upgraded Lancang-Mekong Express with cold chain service, to meet the diversified demands in cross-border transportation.
Indonesia and South Korea expand cooperation on new capital city project
The two countries initially signed an agreement in 2019 to work together on the ambitious $32 billion project, under which Indonesia will relocate its capital to Nusantara.
Japan to join ‘Garuda Shield’ military drills in Indonesia for first time
Japan's involvement comes as Washington and its regional allies step up efforts to counter China's growing assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific region.
Myanmar’s executions a ‘gross lack of will’ for five-point consensus
The implementation of the executions come just a week before the 55th Asean Ministerial Meeting, scheduled to be hosted by Cambodia.
Jokowi, Kishida talk security, trade and investment
The two leaders’ next meeting is expected to be at the G-20 Summit in Bali later this year.
RCEP facilitates Asean products’ access to China market
During the first half of 2022, China's trade with Asean reached 2.95 trillion yuan, up 10.6 per cent, official data showed.