Cambodian PM Hun Manet seeks ASEAN, world leaders’ support to deescalate border conflict
PM Manet underscored Cambodia’s firm commitment to peaceful resolution of the dispute, emphasising ASEAN centrality in fostering stability.
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Vietnam, Timor-Leste agree to deepen bilateral ties
Both sides also pledged to sign an agreement on visa exemption for holders of ordinary passports to facilitate people-to-people exchanges.
Thai navy warns of escalation if Cambodia ignores RBC border agreement
Local Thai forces continue to monitor the situation and are prepared to escalate measures if cooperation is not forthcoming, an official said.
Philippine ship damaged after China Coast Guard’s water cannon attack
The ship was delivering fuel and supplies to fishermen as part of a government program when it was attacked, Commodore Jay Tarriela, PCG spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea.
Vietnam joins ASEAN prosecutors in signing declaration to combat transnational crime
The declaration, endorsed at the ASEAN Prosecutors/Attorneys General Meeting in Bali, commits regional prosecutors to closer coordination in addressing transnational offences.
EU and ASEAN collaborate to strengthen skilled workforce in agri-food sector
The event, held in Phnom Penh, has brought together over 50 regional stakeholders from governments, vocational education and training (TVET) institutions, the private sector and…
Philippine President Marcos to skip UN General Assembly
This will be the third consecutive time that Marcos skips UNGA.
CSOs warn of chemical contamination from Cambodia-Thailand border clashes
A rapid four-day assessment carried out jointly by eight organisations with provincial partners and stakeholders gathered consistent information regarding allegations of the use…
ASEAN Bazaar 2025 celebrates Southeast Asian culture and unity in Phnom Penh
The event, marking its second iteration, was an exploration of the region's shared identity and its diverse offerings.
U.S. pressures Southeast Asian nations to crack down on transshipped Chinese exports
Southeast Asian nations have long expanded exports by attracting foreign companies, but now face the need to upgrade their own industrial capacity amid the destabilisation of the…