Indonesian Navy stops undocumented workers heading for Malaysia
The 20 men and 14 women were taken to the Tanjung Tiram Navy post for further investigation.
SOUTH EAST ASIA
US report bolsters case against China claims on South China Sea
The writer says the report is clearly a boon for South-east Asian nations in their disputes with China over South China Sea claims.
Myanmar junta allows Asean envoy to meet NLD members
The pledge represents a small concession in a deadlocked peace process since Myanmar's military seized power a year ago.
Biden to work with Cambodia, develop US-Asean relations
Biden also reiterated his intent to invite Asean leaders to join him in Washington for a special summit in the coming months.
Indonesia says no labour deal reached with Malaysia
Frequent cases of Indonesian workers being abused in Malaysia have resulted in diplomatic tensions.
Cambodian, Thai armies ink co-op agreement
In a press release, the Cambodia Armed Forces said the agreement paves the way for promoting cooperation between the two armies.
How does Myanmar military keep functioning so boldly?
The writer says it is now high time for countries to contain the bad actors in Naypyidaw using broader diplomatic pressure.
China-Laos Railway transports over 1 million passengers since launch
The 1,035-km railway, a landmark project of high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, started operation on Dec 3, 2021.
Thai army chief commits to bilateral peace, security ties with Cambodia
The Cambodia PM also thanked Bangkok for its assistance to Cambodian migrant workers in Thailand.
Cambodia says non-political Myanmar rep invited to Asean meeting
Phnom Penh said this would be better than leaving the seat empty.