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Thailand installs first CCTVs on Cambodia border
Online Reporters, Published on 19/09/2025
» Thailand has posted the first pole equipped with three CCTVs near the main checkpoint to Cambodia to boost border security in the wake of the deadly skirmishes between the two countries.
Growing Thai-Cambodian border tensions trigger call from Malaysian PM
Online Reporters, Published on 19/09/2025
» Malaysia’s Prime Minister has called on the leader of Thailand to attend a Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) meeting aimed at resolving rising tensions along the border with Cambodia, as the governor of Sa Kaeo reached out to his counterpart in Banteay Meanchey seeking to end aggression by Cambodian citizens.
Asean must strengthen cohesion
Oped, Published on 17/09/2025
» Since its founding in 1967, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) has cultivated a reputation for trust and dialogue that has made the region synonymous with peace, stability, and dynamism. The achievements of our ten member states -- soon to be eleven with Timor-Leste's expected admission later in 2025 -- are rooted in a culture of consensus, open communication, and solidarity. This tradition of cooperation has enabled Asean to manage tensions, prevent conflict, and nurture prosperity across one of the world's most diverse regions.
Regional leaders praise Anutin
News, Published on 09/09/2025
» Leaders across Southeast Asia have extended congratulations to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul following his election as the country's 32nd premier, underscoring the importance of continued collaboration and regional harmony.
Landmines, Cambodian incursions key issues as border talks resume
Online Reporters, Published on 08/09/2025
» Thai and Cambodian security authorities were meeting on Monday to discuss issues including border incursions and the elimination of landmines ahead of a key meeting between the two defence ministers in Cambodia on Wednesday.
Malaysian carmaker Proton launches first EV plant
Reuters, Published on 04/09/2025
» KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysian automaker Proton launched its first electric vehicle assembly plant on Thursday, as the Southeast Asian nation looks to boost development of its electric vehicle (EV) industry.
Malaysia's Anwar signals support for China's global vision during 4-day trip
Published on 04/09/2025
» Following two days in Tianjin for a regional bloc summit and another day of meetings with top Chinese leaders, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stood on the rostrum at Beijing's Tiananmen Square to witness a spectacular military parade.
Uniting Asia for common growth
Oped, Published on 04/09/2025
» Amidst the current geopolitical turbulence, eminent persons of the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) gathered in Kuala Lumpur, Aug 26–27, to brainstorm pragmatic strategies and policy recommendations for Asia-Pacific countries to navigate challenges and advance towards a sustainable future.
Malaysia unveils first AI device chip to join global race
Published on 26/08/2025
» Malaysia unveiled its own AI processor on Monday, joining a global race to build the most sought-after electronic components for artificial intelligence development.
Thai-Cambodian feud is Asean's worst
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 15/08/2025
» The border dispute and consequent military conflict between Cambodia and Thailand in recent weeks have become Asean's worst crisis in its 58 years of existence. Ironically, it was an intra-regional war between Indonesia and Malaysia that gave rise to Asean in 1967, but now an intra-Asean military clash is undermining the Southeast Asian organisation's core reason for being and its main claim to credibility and prominence. Unless Asean, under Malaysia as its rotational chair this year, moves fast to contain the bilateral dispute and reinforce a delicate ceasefire agreement, Southeast Asia will be looked upon increasingly as a region and less as an organisation of member states.