Sanctions on Myanmar necessary: Bangladesh foreign minister
He also floated the idea of forming a coalition willing to address the Rohingya refugee problem.
Region
Understanding China around Natuna and how Indonesia should respond
China's nine-dash line boundary overlaps with Indonesia’s 200 nautical mile exclusive economic zones measured from Natuna.
Asean tourism reopening takes major step: Tourism forum
Leaders have agreed on a plan to reopen international travel into the region during and after the Covid-19 crisis.
Singapore, S. Korea agree on first digital trade deal between two Asian nations
The new rules and norms will allow digital infrastructure in both countries to exchange information and data.
India steps up efforts to bypass Pakistan for trade with Afghanistan, Central Asia
India has stepped up attempts efforts to bypass Pakistan for trade with Afghanistan and Central Asia through the Chabahar Port in Iran.
World Bank urges for easing countries’ debts
World Bank's country director for China also warned many countries now face unsustainable debt levels.
Covid-19 case in Blinken press curtails his Southeast Asia tour
The abrupt change in plans was caused in part by fears that others in the delegation might also test positive.
Cambodia PM outlines ambitious new year as ASEAN chair
He also wants the Code of Conduct in the South China Sea be adopted by all concerned parties at the Asean summit next year, if possible.
China targeted Taipei’s allies while US hosted democracy summit: Taiwan
Tensions have risen in recent weeks as China steps up military moves near Taiwan.
ADB cuts developing Asia GDP outlook as Omicron poses risks
The region’s gross domestic product will expand 7 percent this year, down a notch from the 7.1 percent forecast in September.