Energy partnership between Thailand, Cambodia back on the table
Phnom Penh is optimistic that talks with PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s government and historic ties with Thaksin will result in a deal beneficial to both sides.
Geopolitics
ASEAN bolsters ties with key partners in time of growing protectionism
On Oct 10, leaders of the 10-member bloc took steps towards concluding an upgraded free trade pact with China, bolstered its ties with South Korea, and also urged Japan to update…
China says anti-dumping measures on EU brandy WTO compliant
The action was implemented in response to a legitimate investigation initiated upon request from domestic industries, a spokesperson from the ministry said in a statement.
Sea row on the menu as ASEAN leaders meet Chinese Premier Li Qiang
The ASEAN leaders on Wednesday repeated their longstanding calls for restraint and respect for international law, according to a draft summit chairman's statement.
Malaysia PM Anwar calls for more space for ASEAN representatives to share views
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul said PM Anwar conveyed this wish at during the 13th Asean-Aipa Leaders’ Interface during the 44th and 45th Asean Summits in Vientiane…
New orchid hybrid in Singapore named after South Korean President Yoon, his wife
The orchid was named "Dendrobium Yoon Suk Yeol Kim Keon Hee" on the occasion of their visit to the Singapore Botanic Gardens on Tuesday.
President Yoon’s message of hope: Free, unified Korea will benefit the region
This marks the first time Mr Yoon has addressed an international audience regarding his vision for a unified Korea.
Some issues with the idea of an ‘Asian NATO’
When Japanese PM Ishiba took office, he raised both expectations and concerns in Korea. Whil his recognition of Japan's historical wrongdoing during its colonial period, offers…
Bilateral alliance stronger than ever, and more necessary than ever
As we undertake the most consequential evolution of our alliance since its founding, we are committed to countering attempts by bad actors aiming to dismantle the international…
Vietnamese PM meets with Sultan of Brunei on sidelines of ASEAN Summits
At the meeting, PM Chinh thanked Sultan Bolkiah for sending a message of sympathy and emergency aid to help Vietnam overcome the consequences of typhoon Yagi, emphasising that…