Symbol of friendship: Bhutan’s King gifts takins to Thai Royals
The pair consists of Sonam, a 16-month-old male born in March 2024, and Rinchen Lhamo, an 11-nonth-old female born in August 2024. Both animals will be translocated to Chiang Mai…
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Philippines asserts 2016 arbitral win in critical Beijing forum
In a statement, the Philippine embassy in China said the forum organised by a Chinese think tank was held two days before the ninth anniversary of the landmark ruling by the…
Political body formed by Rohingya leaders around the world to advance rights
The formation of the Arakan Rohingya National Council (ARNC) marks a major milestone in the struggle of Rohingyas for rights, recognition, and political representation.
Thailand has never closed border with Cambodia, says defence chief
Chief of Defence Forces Gen Songwit Noonpackdee said Thailand has merely adjusted operating hours for practical reasons.
Laos, Vietnam agree to deepen bilateral ties
The agreement was made during an official visit by Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung to Laos from July 9-11, during which he met with Lao leaders and held talks.
ASEAN facing a perfect storm of global challenges, says Malaysia FM Mohamad Hasan
Despite the difficulties, FM Mohamad expressed confidence in the region's ability to overcome them through "collective steadfastness and strong commitment to dialogue and…
Malaysia says China ready to sign Southeast Asian nuclear weapons-free treaty
The Southeast Asian Nuclear Weapons Free Zone, or SEANWFZ, has been in force since 1997, limiting the use of nuclear power by members to peaceful purposes, such as power…
China prosecutes 21 key members of telecom fraud crime group in northern Myanmar
The criminal group is suspected of involvement in activities that led to the deaths of six Chinese citizens, and is linked to over 31,000 telecom fraud cases.
Thai police to submit ‘Hun Sen-Paetongtarn’ leaked audio case to attorney general on July 14
An official explained that the complaint was filed to take legal action against Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen on national security grounds.
Cambodia, Singapore strengthen cross-border crime cooperation
The agreement aims to combat transnational crimes that negatively impact the security environment, public order and citizens’ livelihoods. It also involves exchanging views and…