‘ASEAN paradox’ haunts Southeast Asia’s integration
ASEAN has operated on the assumption that economic integration can serve as a foundation for regional peace and stability. Its notion of comprehensive security, for instance,…
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South Korea President Lee, Japan PM Ishiba stress closer ties in first summit
President Lee called for a "future-oriented partnership" in the face of international trade uncertainties and geopolitical unrest, as he described the relationship between the two…
Collaboration between China, Central Asian nations expected to expand
China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan have been deepening economic and trade collaboration, forging dynamic and beneficial partnerships in fields…
Merchants of war: Why did Israel attack Iran?
Israel sees in Iran a state it aims to destroy, not because it is worried that its black-turbaned fundamental clerics will get the bomb, the writer says, but because it sees in…
Thailand ranks lowest in ASEAN for business innovation, World Bank finds
This poses challenges for SME competitiveness and growth.
ASEAN nations brace for Trump tariffs with bold stimulus packages
Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam inject billions into economies, balancing growth needs against rising debt concerns.
Jaishankar’s ‘punchlines’ show India’s frustration after ‘failed military misadventure’: Pakistan FO
The Foreign Office stated that while Pakistan pursued peace, it would defend its sovereignty against aggression such as that by India last month.
Sri Lanka Army commander on visit to India for enhanced military cooperation
Lieutenant General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo's visit is also to explore new avenues for collaboration, particularly in the areas of training and capability enhancement.
Seoul halts loudspeaker broadcasts to North Korea
Decision aimed at easing tension with Pyongyang per the presidential office.
Chinese President Xi calls for deepening ties with South Korea
President Xi noted that China and South Korea are close neighbours that cannot be moved away from each other in a telephone conversation with South Korean counterpart Lee…