Australia announces $126m support for Asean, seeks upgrade in ties
The sum will support cooperation with Asean on security, climate and health efforts, as Canberra pushes for ties with the region.
Paddy damage by freak rains estimated at Rs8.26 billion
According to preliminary estimates of the losses, ready-to-harvest paddy crops on 85,580 hectares have been swept away or submerged by floodwaters in all seven provinces.