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European diplomats urge inclusive transition in Syria
AFP, Published on 03/01/2025
» DAMASCUS - The European Union backs a peaceful, inclusive transition in Syria, top French and German diplomats said on Friday as they visited Damascus to meet with new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Turkish pro-Kurd party to meet ‘terrorist’
AFP, Published on 28/12/2024
» ISTANBUL - A delegation from Turkey’s main pro-Kurdish DEM party is due on Saturday to visit jailed PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan, who is serving life on a prison island off Istanbul, a party source said.
The conflict in Syria is not quite over yet
Oped, John J. Metzler, Published on 26/12/2024
» The extraordinary and fast-moving events in Syria have gripped the world. What was viewed as a forgotten, forsaken and frozen conflict churning on for nearly 14 years, has suddenly jumped into the headlines to round out this tumultuous year.
Malaysia's Asean chair with a twist
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 24/12/2024
» Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has displayed his political astuteness by appointing former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra to his advisory team. The decision reflects his understanding of regional traits and dynamics, where former leaders and influential figures can hold sway over multifaceted regional outlooks.
US diplomats meet with Syria's new ruler
AFP, Published on 20/12/2024
» DAMASCUS - US diplomats met with Syria's new ruler on Friday, an official told AFP, as outside powers seek assurances the country's Islamist-led authorities will be moderate and inclusive.
Asean will want inclusive Myanmar election, Thailand says
Reuters, Published on 20/12/2024
» Thailand has told Myanmar's junta that Asean members would want all stakeholders included in an election the military government plans to hold next year, even as the regional bloc seeks a common position on the polls, Thai officials said on Friday.
China’s premier vows support for Myanmar in junta chief meeting
Bloomberg News, Published on 07/11/2024
» YANGON - Chinese Premier Li Qiang pledged to support Myanmar’s government during a rare sit-down with junta chief Min Aung Hlaing, a sign Beijing is seeking to stabilise a regime losing ground in a worsening civil conflict.
S112 won't fix itself
News, Editorial, Published on 07/11/2024
» The Lower House's recent decision to shoot down a report on an amnesty bill, including an analysis of the lese majeste laws, will make it much harder for the country to address much-needed reconciliation.
China's Xi faces dilemma as consulate blast sparks fear of Myanmar chaos
Bloomberg News, Published on 22/10/2024
» SINGAPORE - For decades, China has sought to maintain influence among armed ethnic groups in Myanmar in lawless border areas while also providing support to military leaders in charge of the Southeast Asian nation. An attack on its consulate last week shows that balancing act is becoming untenable.
Explore emotional depth at 'Suture'
Life, Published on 16/10/2024
» Jing Jai Gallery in Chiang Mai invites everyone to an unending conversation about the history of emotions during "Suture", which is running until Jan 19.