Indonesia, Singapore boost defence ties amid global uncertainty
The two neighbours emphasised their stance in favour of peace and dialogue, while remaining prepared to face potential threats, according to official statements from Jakarta.
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India to offer free tourist visas for Filipinos
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made the announcement on August 5, following his bilateral meeting with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., who is on a five-day state visit to the…
Thai Foreign Ministry denies social media rumours of plot to assassinate Cambodia’s Hun Sen, Manet
Nikorndej Balankura, Director-General of the Department of Information and Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, firmly denied the accusations, calling them entirely…
All quiet at Thai-Cambodian border: Dud shells and rockets detonated in 48 areas
The Thai Second Army Area has shifted its primary mission to maintaining security, supporting evacuees, and providing humanitarian aid.
Malaysia, Philippines to strengthen strategic cooperation for ASEAN’s future, says PM Anwar
In a Facebook post, PM Anwar said the commitment was among the matters discussed during a phone conversation with Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr on Wednesday,…
Cambodia-Thailand border clash a setback for ASEAN: Singapore foreign minister
The territorial dispute raised questions about the bloc’s ability to prevent and manage crises, and FM Vivian Balakrishnan said while such disputes are not uncommon in Southeast…
Philippine President Marcos arrives in India for five-day state visit
Before his official engagements begin on Tuesday, Marcos is expected to meet with members of the Filipino community in New Delhi.
Thailand and Cambodia begin crucial border talks in Malaysia
The main goals of the talks are to maintain a recent ceasefire agreement, discuss troop withdrawals, and establish safe or demilitarised zones along the border.
Cambodia seeking ways to secure release of detained soldiers in Thailand
It has been a week since 21 Cambodian soldiers were captured by Thai forces on Cambodian sovereign territory, in violation of the July 28 ceasefire agreement. One body has been…
ASEAN interim observer group en route to monitor Cambodia-Thailand border ceasefire
The purpose of their mission is to monitor the implementation of a July 28 ceasefire agreement, with the observation period set to last for two full weeks.