[Analytics] The cost of Southeast Asia’s independence
In 2025, Southeast Asian countries risk finding themselves at the center of a standoff between…
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Indonesia, Vietnam elevate bilateral relations to comprehensive strategic partnership
JAKARTA, Mar 10, 2025, Xinhua. Indonesia and Vietnam on Monday agreed to upgrade bilateral relations…
[Analytics] ASEAN should take the RCEP reins to strengthen economic and political security
The world is faced with heightened uncertainties, including from growing interlinkages between economics and security….
China cannot represent Taiwan: PM
TAIPEI, Oct 10, 2024, Reuters. China has no right to represent Taiwan, but the island…
With eyes on economy, Sri Lankans to vote for president in tight election
COLOMBO, Sept 19, 2024, Reuters. Sri Lankans will vote for a new president in a…
German warships aim to secure sea lanes in Indo-Pacific, admiral says
INCHEON, Sept 6, 2024, Reuters. A rare cruise by two German warships in the Indo-Pacific…
Thousands protest in Bangladesh demanding PM Hasina’s resignation
DHAKA, Aug 2, 2024, Reuters. At least 20 people were injured in clashes and police…
Malaysia says tankers in July 19 collision anchored in its waters
KUALA LUMPUR, July 30, 2024, Reuters. Two large oil tankers that collided and caught fire…
China rebukes EU over statement about South China Sea
BEIJING, July 12, 2024, Reuters. China has rebuked the European Union over a statement about…
Taiwan reports more Chinese military activity, calls for de-escalation
TAIPEI, July 5, 2024, Reuters. Taiwan on Friday reported renewed Chinese military activity nearby with…
China’s Xi calls for ‘bridges’ amid trade, diplomatic frictions
BEIJING, June 28, 2024, Reuters. Chinese President Xi Jinping called on Friday for the building…
Japan has no right to meddle in China-Philippines maritime issues: Chinese embassy
BEIJING, June 21, 2024, Reuters. Japan is not a party to the South China Sea…