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A global watch for all seasons
Life, Kanokporn Chanasongkram, Published on 27/03/2026
» This Sunday, the clock will need to be advanced one hour in European countries observing Daylight Saving Time (DST). The resetting was previously carried out across most of the US and Canada on March 8.
Sri Lanka looks to forge closer ties in 2026
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 25/02/2026
» Sri Lanka aims to strengthen bonds with Thailand further in 2026 after the two sides feted the 70th anniversary of bilateral relations last year, according to the Sri Lankan embassy.
Better Canada-China ties boost Asean
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 20/01/2026
» Canada's decision to reset relations with China is extraordinary, coming at a critical time for both countries. It reflects changes in the Western Hemisphere that have led Canada to realise that boosting ties with China is a necessity. Furthermore, it will have far-reaching implications for their future bilateral relations and beyond. It is interesting to note that it took US President Donald Trump's intimidation -- both on trade and annexation -- to push straightforward Canada towards the East.
Mitr Phol and EAS deepen Thai–Chinese sugar partnership
Published on 10/12/2025
» Celebrating 50 years of diplomatic relations between Thailand and China, Mitr Phol Group — one of the world’s leading sugar producers and recognised for its sustainability leadership in the food production sector — is joining forces with its affiliate East Asia Sugar Group (EAS), the largest sugar producer in Guangxi Province and the third largest in the People’s Republic of China, to present a joint showcase at the Thailand–China Cooperation Expo 2025. The event highlights more than 32 years of partnership rooted in knowledge exchange and expertise-sharing aimed at sustainably strengthening the sugarcane and sugar industry in both countries.
Major takeaways from Langkawi
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 28/01/2025
» Beyond the mundane 44 paragraphs of the Chairman's Statement of the Asean Ministers' Retreat in Langkawi, there are crucial elements worth mentioning and following up on.
Trump ready with Asean policy 2.0
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 21/01/2025
» Last week's Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing for Senator Marco Rubio was very insightful, especially regarding comments related to US-Asean relations. Mr Rubio demonstrated knowledge about Asean and the need for flexibility in engaging with the countries in the region. His comments have also calmed surging concerns over a potential tariff hike under the Trump administration. Certainly, he is expected to be confirmed and replace Antony Blinken as Secretary of State.
Anticipating Malaysia's Asean chair
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 29/10/2024
» Among Asean watchers, it has become a pattern that a significant milestone follows whenever Malaysia takes on the chairmanship. In 2005, Malaysia helped establish the East Asia Summit (EAS), and in 2015, the Asean Community Vision 2025 was launched. Many policymakers and scholars agree that the next chairmanship is perfectly timed for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, one of the region's most experienced leaders.
US official accuses Russia and China of blocking Asia leaders' statement
Reuters, Published on 13/10/2024
» WASHINGTON: Russia and China blocked a proposed consensus statement for the East Asia Summit drafted by Southeast Asian countries, mainly over objections to language on the contested South China Sea, a US official told Reuters on Saturday.
Key issues to watch at Asean summits
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 01/10/2024
» As Asean leaders converge in Vientiane next week for their summits, which will be held from Oct 6-11, the international community faces uncertainties about what will happen next month.
Deep dive into Indo-Pacific dreamscape
Oped, Vitit Muntarbhorn, Published on 02/08/2024
» Is the term "Indo-Pacific" an illusion? Or is it a defined concept, a geographical configuration, a channel for connectivity, and/or a confining strategy? Perhaps it embodies an all-embracing blend, waiting for the onlooker to dive deep into political undercurrents. It may also be time to move beyond the landscape and the seascape and even leave the dreamscape behind.