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As Indonesia’s top envoy becomes latest from ASEAN to visit Myanmar, analysts warn of risks

The visit of Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono, the first official trip by an Indonesian minister to Myanmar since the 2021 military coup, has raised eyebrows, given Jakarta’s…

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ASEAN bolsters cooperation, tackles food, energy and cyber threats

The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Phongsavanh Sisoulath, the head of Laos’ ASEAN Senior Officials' delegation, participated in the ASEAN Senior Officials’ Meeting and…

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Attempt to block water will have ‘far-reaching consequences’, warns Pakistan FO after Indian minister’s remarks

A day ago, Indian Minister of Water CR Patil told India’s ANI news agency that not a single drop of water will go [to Pakistan] in the coming years.

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Vietnam, US seek to deepen economic, trade, energy cooperation

The two sides noted positive progress in negotiations on a fair and balanced reciprocal trade agreement and agreed to maintain close coordination to finalise the remaining issues…

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China sanctions Philippine defence secretary, family; bars entry and business ties

In a statement, China’s Foreign Ministry accused Secretary Gilberto Teodoro of having “repeatedly made irresponsible remarks on China” that "undermine China’s legitimate…

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India, Nepal launch cross-border remittance linkage for instant digital payments

The mechanism enables seamless, real-time digital money transfers between the two countries by integrating India’s Unified Payments Interface and Nepal’s National Payments…

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China, EU discuss consultation mechanism

A structured consultation framework, they added, will help to prevent spiralling frictions and provide the certainty that businesses on both sides need.

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US, Iran exchange attacks as Trump threatens further escalation

"The strikes are in response to Iran's unwarranted and continued aggression," Central Command said.

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Pakistan strikes terrorist hideouts along Afghan border, kills 26 militants: minister

“Based on credible intelligence, selective targeting of camps and hideouts was carried out with precision and accuracy,” Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said

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US reaffirms commitment to Vietnam, ASEAN, seeking closer energy and trade partnership

The United States is ready to deepen cooperation with Vietnam and ASEAN across energy security, digital transformation, artificial intelligence and maritime stability, Deputy…

  • Published: June 11, 20268:45 am
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