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After 18 months of tap-dancing about the world community's demands for a ceasefire and peaceful negotiations since its coup, Myanmar's military government has portrayed its dark spirit by executing four political activists. They were among 114 opposition activists given the death sentence by the junta court since early this year.

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Cost of data breaches hits an all-time high

Asean has seen the average cost of a data breach hit all-time high of US$2.87 million in 2022, up 8% from a year before, according to the latest report by American IT giant IBM, with the problem believed to be heaping pressure on already high inflation.

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Asean denounces execution of Myanmar democracy leaders

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) has condemned the execution by Myanmar's military junta of four people, including an ally of ousted civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi.

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Will the Myanmar executions force Australia to act decisively at last?

The execution of four political prisoners in Myanmar is further confirmation of what was already well known. The regime of Commander-in-Chief Min Aung Hlaing will stop at nothing to maintain its grip on the country.

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ASEAN ‘troubled’ over Myanmar military’s execution of opponents

Cambodia, the current chair of the regional grouping, says timing of the hangings ‘highly reprehensible’.

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Beyond Aid: Using ‘One Town, One Product’ as a Mutual Partnership

‘One Town, One Product’ has unfulfilled potential for advancing Taiwan’s diplomatic goals.

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Myanmar defends executions as 'justice for the people' as condemnation grows

Myanmar's ruling military on Tuesday defended its execution of four democracy activists as "justice for the people", brushing off a deluge of international condemnation including from its closest neighbours.

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Upcoming AMM facing uphill tasks

The Asean Foreign Ministerial Meeting (AMM) next week will be a test of its centrality and relevancy as never seen before. The annual meeting has to confront sensitive new and divisive issues that will require the 55-year-old bloc's collective wisdom, commitment and foresight.

Bangkok Post

Albanese's visit: How should Indonesia respond to Australia's relationship-strengthening efforts?

Early June marked a new highlight for the Indonesia-Australia relationship, as newly elected Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese chose Jakarta as the very first destination for his official overseas trip.

The Conversation

India-Vietnam ties, from strong to stronger

As New Delhi pursues its ‘Act East Policy’, Hanoi has become a valuable partner in the Indo-Pacific region

The Hindu

East Timor hopes to join ASEAN when Indonesia chairs in 2023

East Timor’s President Jose Ramos-Horta says he hopes Asia’s youngest country can join the Association of Southeast Asian Nations next year

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East Timor hopes to join ASEAN under Indonesia presidency next year

East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta said on Tuesday during a visit to Indonesia that he hoped to boost trade ties between the countries and seal a decades-long bid by his nation to join the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) next year.

Reuters

Myanmar leader shops for support, weapons in Moscow

Myanmar generals invest in Russia relationship as much of the world gives them the cold shoulder.

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EU, Southeast Asia to hold first full summit amid security fears

EU and Southeast Asian nations will hold their first full summit in December, a sign that the two blocs are looking for closer ties amid concerns over security threats from China and Russia, officials told Reuters.

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Asean, EU to hold first full summit amid security fears

BRUSSELS: The European Union and Southeast Asian nations will hold their first full summit in December, a sign that the two blocs are looking for closer ties amid concerns over security threats from China and Russia, officials said on Friday.

The Hindu

ATK Mohun Bagan gets home advantage

Will play its AFC Cup inter-zonal semifinals at the Salt Lake Stadium

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Firms file complaint over shady logistics

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and business operators have called on the Trade Competition Commission to investigate alleged practices by large online platforms that force them to use the logistics services of their own providers.

Bangkok Post

Asean needs inclusive education

This is the decade of change. The Covid-19 pandemic, recent geopolitical conflicts and climate change have pushed us to think about the greatest challenges of our time and reassess the ways we do things. The education system needs a hard look, too.

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Asia and the Pacific stronger together

Better opportunities will arise from ASEAN and Pacific island nations banding together.

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Cambodia invites Russian foreign minister to Asean meetings

Cambodia has invited Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to annual Asean-related meetings slated for early August, with the decision likely to cause concern among the international community which has been split in its response to Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

AAP

Wong talks up ASEAN ties in Singapore

Australian foreign minister Penny Wong has urged China and other nations with influence over Russia to attempt to end the conflict in Ukraine.

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Segway-Ninebot Expands Manufacturing Capabilities Across Asia

Segway-Ninebot seeks to bolster its presence in the rapidly growing ASEAN market with its new factory in Vietnam, with the production of the F-Series scooters.

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France–Thailand Business Forum bolsters clean energy to boost the Thai economy

Thailand, among other ASEAN countries, is rolling out the pandemic safe house and rolling up its sleeves to continue making progress reaching its multiple goals involved in transitioning to Thailand Industry 4.0, the next generation of the country’s industrial development. Concentrated in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), supporting infrastructure developments…

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CPN participates in self-storage alliance

Central Pattana (CPN) has partnered with Asean's top logistics and supply chain solutions service provider JWD to expand a self-storage business while targeting business-to-business and business-to-customer models.

Bangkok Post

Time to strategise Thai-Philippine ties

Newly elected Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr met with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai soon after being sworn in. It was his first meeting with a dignitary from Asean though he had earlier met with representatives from the US, China and Japan. Suddenly, the old flame of…

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