Mekong River data sharing key to impact measurement: Cambodia minister
He also asked countries to share more hydrological data, so as to accurately gauge how low or high water flow is affecting the region’s socio-economic wellbeing.
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Pakistan inducts J-10C fighter jets from China to counter India’s Rafale
Pakistan had requested to buy the fighter jets as far back as 2006, with negotiations finally leading to the purchase of 25 J-10C fighters.
Cambodia, Thailand tighten naval ties
The commitment was made during a meeting between RCAF commander-in-chief General Vong Pisen and Thai navy deputy commander Somprasong Nilsamai.
Ukraine war risks setting back recovery in South-east Asia’s $500m tourism industry
The sudden loss of the promising Russian market has come as a shock for many tourism players this year.
India should have immediately informed Pakistan about accidental missile launch, says Islamabad
Pakistan's Foreign Office said the entire incident indicated many loopholes and technical lapses of a serious nature in India's handling of strategic weapons.
Asean-US summit delayed, organizer Jakarta says timing ‘not ideal’
Indonesia has been working closely with the US to organize the special summit to celebrate the 45th anniversary of US engagement with the regional organization.
Bangladesh, UAE to deepen relations
Following a meeting of the two countries leaders, four MoUs aimed to boost bilateral cooperation were signed.
Ukraine becomes ‘another divisive issue’ in Asean
Outside of the UN, ASEAN member states had different responses to the invasion.
Cambodia says Asean-US summit postponed, seeking new date
The summit is seen as part of US efforts to step up engagement with the region and push back against China's growing power.
Common digital currency could revive Asean integration
The writer says a closer-knit political-economic union within the RCEP would give ASEAN more clout in the trade block.