As Xi visit draws near, delays haunt Jakarta-Bandung rail project
Given the cost overrun and financing issues, experts have expressed doubt that the project will meet the now-targeted 2023 deadline.
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China, Tanzania take ties to new level
The two nations also agreed to develop closer coordination on international and multilateral issues, strengthen communication and cooperation on major issues such as climate…
Cambodia set to send deminers to Ukraine, appoint ambassador
PM Hun Sen also expressed concern over the recent attacks by the Russian military on the Ukrainian capital Kiev and other regions.
Hun Sen calls for RCEP co-op; South Korea FTA enters effect Dec 1
However, the prime minister cautioned that a myriad of complex issues threaten to undermine and set back progress towards established globalisation objectives.
Kishida, Steinmeier vow to boost cooperation on Ukraine, Indo-Pacific
The two leaders also vowed to strengthen bilateral cooperation during foreign and defence ministerial talks in Germany.
Cambodia, Ukraine to send envoys to boost ties
In his capacity as ASEAN chair, Cambodia PM Hun Sen also discussed ASEAN-Ukraine relations with Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky.
China’s role is key to resolving the Rohingya crisis
The Rohingya situation needs to be resolved diplomatically and via political means, according to the international community.
North Korea fires three missiles in row toward East Sea
A day earlier, North Korea fired a total of 25 missiles over the course of 11 hours, including a short-range ballistic missile that landed in international waters of the East Sea.
In meeting with PM Shehbaz, China’s Xi says will support Pakistan in stabilising its financial situation
The visit is PM Shehbaz’s first official visit to China since he became premier in April.
Japan eyes meeting with Central Asia foreign ministers
Central Asia is a key geopolitical hub linking Europe, Asia and the Middle East, and boasts abundant natural resources, including oil.