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China seeks upgrade of massive trade zone with Asean amid US hostility
Published on 10/11/2022
» China is expected to start talks with Southeast Asian nations about an upgrade to their giant free-trade zone in a potential boost to the stability of Beijing's manufacturing supply chains amid mounting rivalry with the United States.
Wasted Year
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 21/02/2022
» Once perceived as Asia's final frontier, Myanmar has been tested severely by dual shocks -- a surge in Covid-19 cases in 2021 and the military coup that has brought its economy close to a standstill and left its people suffering from ongoing violence.
Indo-Pacific shift
Asia focus, Pattama Kuentak, Published on 30/11/2020
» For most people, the term "Indo-Pacific" simply refers to the vast geographical area that spans the Pacific Ocean and the Indian subcontinent. But it has also come to represent a geopolitical concept, and a new way of looking at world power relationships.
Taiwan's next steps
Asia focus, Published on 16/03/2020
» Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen has become well-known over the past four years for her firm stand against China's claims to the island republic, to the consternation of Beijing.
Dark day clouds growth outlook
Business, Published on 17/02/2020
» Feb 8, 2020 will be remembered as one of the darkest days in Thailand's history. What initially appeared to be a tranquil weekend holiday turned to terrible tragedy as many lives were lost when a distressed soldier went on a shooting rampage in Nakhon Ratchasima province.
Friend or Foe?
Asia focus, Published on 15/07/2019
» When Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte and Chinese President Xi Jinping met in April in Beijing for talks on how to approach disputes in the South China Sea, they came out smiling. "Both sides," declared Mr Xi, "should renew their trust in keeping promises … [and] maintain peace and stability" in the contested waters.
Coalition of the chilling
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 01/04/2019
» Thailand's much-anticipated general election is over, but the dust has not settled and the unofficial results have fanned anguish and uncertainty over who will form a new government.
Trade war drags on export forecast
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 08/02/2019
» Thai exports are projected to grow by 3-4% at best this year, as the ongoing trade war is unlikely to end any time soon, economists told a forum on the spat.
One party to rule them all
Asia focus, Published on 03/09/2018
» As Cambodia prepares to join the growing club of one-party states in Asean when its new parliament convenes on Wednesday, Prime Minister Hun Sen has been taking steps to get back into the good books of the international community. It might not be easy, given how he secured his new five-year term as the country's undisputed leader.
Spoiled by victory?
Asia focus, Erich Parpart, Published on 23/07/2018
» Prime Minister Hun Sen and his Cambodian People's Party (CPP) are poised to coast to victory in general elections this coming Sunday, but it may not be smooth sailing ahead for Asia's longest-serving leader.