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China says its foreign minister is ill. A senior diplomat will take his place at ASEAN

Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang is ill and the country's senior diplomat will take his place at a two-day summit of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations this week in Jakarta, Indonesia

The Independent UK

Indonesia warns nuclear weapons put Southeast Asia a 'miscalculation away' from a catastrophe

Indonesia’s top diplomat is warning of the threat posed by nuclear weapons, saying that Southeast Asia is “one miscalculation away from apocalypse” and pressing for world powers to sign a treaty to keep the region free from such arms

The Independent UK

Myanmar crisis to dominate Asean meeting

JAKARTA: Foreign ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) met in Indonesia Tuesday, with Myanmar's deadlocked political crisis expected to dominate discussions.

Bangkok Post

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Energy can be a catalyst for peace

In our ever-evolving world, the vital role of energy has become increasingly apparent. Historically, conflicts have erupted due to scarcity and competition for limited energy resources. However, it is plausible and imperative to change the narrative surrounding energy, transforming it from a force for war into a powerful catalyst driving…

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Krungsri hosts Japan-ASEAN Startup Business Matching Fair 2023

In Thai national economy, there are more than 3 million micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises. They account for approximately 35 percent of the country’s GDP and above 70 percent of employment. Both the government and private sectors have been supporting startup and small business development for many years, while also…

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Exclusive: Zeph Investments says commonwealth broke Asean agreement in relation to coal permits

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Myanmar violence and sea disputes to dominate ASEAN talks joined by US, Russian and Chinese envoys

Myanmar’s prolonged civil strife, tensions in the disputed South China Sea and concern over arms buildups in the region are expected to dominate the agenda when Southeast Asia’s top diplomats gather for talks this week in Indonesia

The Independent UK

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Southeast Asia's Belt and Road paved with promises

China's Belt and Road Initiative changed the face of Southeast Asia with projects connecting the region. But some countries face more risks than others, writes Irawan Hartono

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Blinken to press Asean to take tougher line on Myanmar, China

WASHINGTON: Washington hopes to rally Southeast Asian nations to take tougher action against Myanmar's military junta and to push back on China's actions in the South China Sea as top United States diplomat Antony Blinken heads to the region for meetings next week, a State Department official said on Friday.

Bangkok Post

Long sentences for Bangkok bombers

The Criminal Court on Monday handed down heavy jail sentences on three defendants found guilty of taking part in the bombings that rattled many spots in Bangkok thought to have been intended to embarrass the Asean foreign ministers' summit being held in the capital city on Aug 2, 2019.

Bangkok Post

Thailand tipped to be a leading EV market

Sales of electric vehicles (EVs) continue to gain market share globally, with Thailand and Indonesia being key markets within Asean, says a research agency.

Bangkok Post

Mitsubishi Compact SUV Returns In Fresh Teasers, Debuts August 10

It has 8.7 inches of ground clearance and a dedicated mud driving mode.

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China ties challenge

On July 1, Thailand and China marked the 48th anniversary of their diplomatic relations, amid efforts by both countries to strengthen bilateral ties across various domains.

Bangkok Post

India urges adherence to 2016 ruling favouring Philippines in the South China Sea

As negotiations continue between China and the ASEAN bloc for a code of conduct in the South China Sea — which diplomatic sources described as a “complex exercise” involving 11 countries — India called for adherence to the 2016 arbitration decision in favour of the Philippines, which has been rejected…

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Satellites spy on human trafficking 'compounds' (photo)

A human rights organization, partnering with Maxar, recently publicized its efforts to combat human trafficking in southeast Asia. Satellites are a crucial tool in that fight.

Bangkok Post

Manufacturers seek steps to reduce costs

Manufacturers want the government to boost exports despite facing what appears to be an uphill struggle after witnessing a decline in export value over a period of eight consecutive months, according to the latest survey conducted by the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

The Hindu

China’s activities ‘major challenge’ in South China Sea: Philippines Foreign Affairs Secretary

China’s activities in the South China Sea constitute a “major challenge” for the Philippines, Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines Enrique A. Manalo said at the 42nd Annual Sapru House Lecture

Bangkok Post

Competitiveness affects Indonesia ties

Just two years ago, Thailand and Indonesia commemorated the 70th anniversary of relations, with both sides holding events to celebrate. Over the year, they mapped out various plans that would boost bilateral ties with the aim of establishing and hastening a "strategic partnership". These included strengthening political and economic relations,…

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Thailand's policy on Myanmar stinks

The latest move to coddle and recognise Myanmar's junta government by caretaker Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's outgoing regime does not add up. Sanctioned and supported by Gen Prayut, Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai arranged an Asean-wide ministerial meeting in Pattaya on June 18 with Myanmar's junta-appointed Foreign Minister Than Swe with…

The Independent UK

UN expert urges a different approach to resolve the crisis in Myanmar

An independent expert working with the United Nations on the issue of human rights in Myanmar has urged the international community to find a different approach to resolve the crisis in the Southeast Asian country, saying the current course of action is not working

Al Jazeera

World must rethink fundamental approach to Myanmar: UN expert

A plan to stop the violence that began with the military coup has made no progress, while the crisis has deepened.

Bangkok Post

De-escalating tensions between US and China

Tensions between the US and China have reached such a high level that the G7, led by the US, recently changed its objective in its relations with China from "decoupling" to "de-risking". But the reality is that de-risking, like decoupling, requires the participation of both sides and a common agenda.

The Independent UK

Southeast Asian nations move ahead with plan for navy drills near disputed area of South China Sea

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations is moving ahead with plans for joint naval exercises in September, the first held by countries in the bloc on their own, at a time when several are responding more strongly to increasing Chinese assertiveness in the area

Bangkok Post

Don claims progress in talks on Myanmar

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Don Pramudwinai on Monday said the latest informal meeting with some representatives from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) and the bloc's dialogue partners yielded "some progress", though he declined to say what steps were discussed at the meeting.

Bangkok Post

Thai-Saudi ties' wider strategic impact

The invitation from the Saudi Minister of Investment, Khalid Abdulaziz-Falih, to Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai to visit Saudi Arabia came just a few hours after the provisional results of the May 14 election were made known. With equal speed, the Thai side responded positively and gathered…

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