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Japan, Philippines sign defence pact amid growing China concern
Published on 08/07/2024
» Japan and the Philippines on Monday signed a bilateral defence agreement to facilitate joint exercises for closer security cooperation, amid China's growing assertiveness in regional waters.
An unbreakable bond
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 06/06/2022
» As Hong Kong's Covid-19 situation continues to stabilise after a spike in cases and deaths earlier this year, the coastal city is now looking forward to reconnecting with trading partners in Asean through travel and business ventures, according to Edward Yau, Hong Kong's Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development.
Thailand holding out for a hero
News, Ploenpote Atthakor, Published on 22/08/2018
» In recent years, the world has grieved the loss of quite a few great people who were known for their integrity and courage.
Cultural nationalism 'threatens ties'
News, Prangthong Jitcharoenkul, Published on 06/08/2016
» Cultural similarities among Asean members will help further strengthen the community but only if people ease up on nationalistic feelings of cultural ownership, a seminar was told yesterday.
Myanmar army chief visits
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 25/05/2016
» Myanmar's armed forces commander-in-chief Senior General Min Aung Hlaing kicks off his three-day visit to Thailand today, where he will meet Privy Council president Gen Prem Tinsulanonda, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and military top brass.
Asean host avoids Chinese ire over disputed sea
Published on 23/04/2015
» KUALA LUMPUR/MANILA — Malaysia is steering clear of criticising China's actions in the South China Sea at a meeting of Southeast Asian leaders, a draft end-statement seen by Reuters shows, despite a push by the Philippines to denounce Beijing's reclamation work.
China offers Asean friendship as South China Sea tension bubbles
Published on 13/11/2014
» NAY PYI TAW — China's Prime Minister Li Keqiang proposed a friendship treaty with Southeast Asian countries on Thursday but reiterated that territorial disputes in the South China Sea should be settled directly between countries involved.