Thai transport minister checks work on fifth Thai-Laos bridge
The bridge will carry goods and tourists between the two countries, while supporting development of special economic zones and Asean Economic Community connectivity.
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Malaysian Prime Minister to pay official visit to Vietnam
Despite challenges caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, two-way trade reached US$12.5 billion in 2021, up 25.5 per cent from the previous year.
Vietnam and Saudi Arabia to promote ties
Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh also reiterated his invitation to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to pay an official visit to Vietnam.
EU committed to sustainable development of Mekong River nations
In the Mekong Delta, European Partners are committing 70 interventions, which are worth a total of 548 million euros (US$605 million).
Mekong under threat: Mekong River Commission
The chairperson of the Thai Mekong Committee said that water diplomacy was increasingly important in the region.
India govt taking up with Beijing plight of Indian students: Ministry of external affairs
“We will continue to take up with China the issue of Indian students so that they can return to China to pursue their studies,” said Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson…
China ready to boost bilateral ties with Indonesia: Xi Jinping
Chinese president Xi also noted in a phone call with Indonesia president Joko Widodo that China and Indonesia are both representatives of major developing countries and emerging…
Asean intelligence, military ties to get boost after pledge
The meeting between Asean military intelligence agencies focused on regional security issues including new developments, traditional and non-traditional security competition.
Philippines just the latest to spot, protest against Chinese spy ship
The 6,000-ton Dongdiao-class ships are fitted with sophisticated communications systems and radars designed to monitor and eavesdrop on other militaries.
Asean will remain important to Korea under new leadership
While there will be changes in certain details, South Korea will stay engaged with its Asean counterparts.