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ASEAN | Southeast Asia’s source of stability

The 55-year-old ASEAN grouping that has managed to strive on the principles of centrality, non-interference and economic progress now faces the pressures and lures of geopolitics as both China and the U.S. are trying to exert their influence in the region

The Hindu

Refuge sought for Nagas fleeing Myanmar conflict

The Naga Hoho, the apex body of all Naga tribes, has asked the Nagaland government to ensure shelter, safety, humanitarian support, and medical facilities for Nagas coming from conflict-hit Myanmar.

The Hindu

Indonesia's leader calls for peaceful solutions to conflicts at ASEAN summit

Indonesia's president issued a stark warning Thursday after wrapping up a summit of Southeast Asian countries that was joined by China, the United States and Russia, saying “we will be destroyed” unless conflicts are resolved.

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‘Powerless’ son says Aung San Suu Kyi’s life may be at risk due to serious health problems

Myanmar’s deposed leader has gum disease and struggles to eat but son says requests for help made by prison officers have been denied

The Guardian - UK

Restoring order: On ASEAN and Myanmar

While it is not clear whether a tough stance by ASEAN will have an impact on the Myanmar regime’s behaviour, it should continue to push the generals to end the violence

The Hindu

Myanmar's jailed former leader Aung San Suu Kyi is ailing but is denied care outside prison

Myanmar’s imprisoned former leader, Aung San Suu Kyi is suffering from symptoms of low blood pressure including dizziness and loss of appetite, but is being denied treatment at qualified facilities outside the prison system

The Independent UK

Indonesia warns against new conflicts as U.S., China, Russia attend ASEAN summit

At East Asia summit, leaders warned against sharpening rivalries. US VP Harris, Chinese Premier Li, Russian FM Lavrov urged to manage differences to avoid a "new Cold War". Leaders' statement omitted mention of South China Sea & Ukraine war. ASEAN chair Widodo: "Responsibility to not create new tensions". UN Sec-Gen…

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After summit joined by China, US and Russia, Indonesia's leader calls for resolving conflicts

Indonesia’s president has issued a stark warning after wrapping up a summit of Southeast Asian countries that was joined by China, the United States and Russia

The Independent UK

A unified strategy and more funding are urgently needed to end the crisis in Myanmar, UN chief says

The United Nations chief has renewed an urgent call on the international community to seek a unified strategy to end the worsening crisis in Myanmar

The Independent UK

Australia seen as ‘soft on human rights’ for failing to confront ‘uncomfortable’ history, expert says

Renée Jeffery says country’s ‘discomfort’ stems from reluctance to address own history including treatment of First Nations people

The Guardian - AU

Myanmar jails photojournalist for 20 years on first day of closed trial

Sai Zaw Thaike was arrested in the western state of Rakhine while covering the aftermath of Cyclone Mocha.

Al Jazeera

A Myanmar journalist gets a 20-year sentence for reporting on cyclone's aftermath, news site says

A court in military-ruled Myanmar has sentenced a photojournalist for an underground news agency to 20 years in prison with hard labor for his coverage of the aftermath of a deadly cyclone in May

The Independent UK

China's premier is on a charm offensive as ASEAN summit protests Beijing's aggression at sea

In talks with Southeast Asian leaders Wednesday in the Indonesian capital, Chinese Premier Li Qiang underscored his country’s importance as the world’s second-biggest economy and as the top trading partner of the region

The Independent UK

Myanmar rejects ASEAN statement condemning violence as ‘one-sided’

Generals lash out after 10-member grouping urges ‘Myanmar Armed Forces in particular’ to end civilian attacks.

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Indo-Pacific, China map and trade on agenda as PM leaves for Jakarta

PM Modi to attend ASEAN-India Summit, East Asia Summit in Jakarta on September 6-7; issues like Indo-Pacific, trade, Myanmar, China's map likely to be discussed. PM not to hold any bilateral meeting due to shortage of time. PM to return same day ahead of G-20 arrivals. PM's visit seen as…

Al Jazeera

Q&A: East Timor’s ASEAN membership and the Myanmar conflict

President Jose Ramos-Horta insists East Timor is on track to join ASEAN, which seeks to resolve the crisis in Myanmar.

Al Jazeera

Myanmar will not be allowed ASEAN leadership in 2026

The move is a new blow to the ruling generals seeking international recognition after seizing power in 2021.

The Independent UK

Myanmar won't be allowed to lead Association of Southeast Asian Nations in 2026, in blow to generals

Myanmar won’t take over the rotating leadership of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations as scheduled in 2026, in the latest blow to efforts by its ruling generals to gain international recognition after violently seizing power in 2021

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Malaysia calls for ‘strong’ measures on Myanmar as ASEAN meets

The 10-member Southeast Asian grouping has been strained to the limit over the crisis caused by the 2021 military coup.

The Independent UK

A drone attack on Myanmar border police reportedly kills 5. A resistance group claims responsibility

A drone attack on a police headquarters in eastern Myanmar has killed at least five officials including a senior army officer and a district administrator

The Hindu

Retired Army officer, who led operations in Myanmar, appointed to combat Manipur violence

Govt appoints decorated Army officer to combat Manipur violence; Col (retd) Sanjenbam led ops in Myanmar in 2015; Kuki refugees influx from Myanmar caused tension; 160+ killed, hundreds injured in ethnic clashes since May.

Al Jazeera

‘Severe stress’: Myanmar, South China Sea push ASEAN to breaking point

As week of key meetings gets under way, Indonesia’s foreign minister tells counterparts the group must prove its worth.

The Independent UK

Southeast Asian leaders are besieged by thorny issues as they hold an ASEAN summit without Biden

Southeast Asian leaders led by Indonesian host President Joko Widodo are gathering in their final summit this year

The Conversation

Refugee children have a right to be educated in Indonesia – our research shows the barriers in their way

Indonesia is a major refugee transit country in Southeast Asia. As of May 2023, Indonesia hosted at least 12,704 refugees, primarily from Afghanistan, Somalia, Myanmar, Iraq and Sudan. Almost 30% are children.

The Independent UK

Myanmar's High Court declines to hear Suu Kyi's appeals in 5 cases where sentences already commuted

Myanmar’s Supreme Court has declined to hear special appeals from the country’s ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi against her convictions in five cases of which the head of the military-installed government already pardoned her earlier this month

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