Thai King Endorses PM Charnvirakul’s New Cabinet
Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn has approved PM Anutin Charnvirakul’s new cabinet, enabling ministers to assume duties after parliamentary procedures.
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Philippines Declares National Energy Emergency Amid Crisis
Philippines declares national energy emergency, implements crisis measures to address power shortages impacting key economic zones and households.
Middle East Tensions Ripple Through ASEAN, Europe as Energy Costs Soar
Middle East tensions disrupt ASEAN and European economies, driving energy costs higher and threatening stagflation, reports Maybank.
China Vows Stronger Response to Philippine Maritime Actions
China pledges stronger countermeasures against Philippine maritime activities, reaffirming sovereignty over disputed South China Sea waters amid rising regional tensions.
Lancang-Mekong Cooperation Marks Decade of Growth as ‘Golden Platform’
The Lancang-Mekong Cooperation marks 10 years of regional growth, transforming into a vital platform for Asia-Pacific development and cross-border collaboration.
ASEAN Urges Ceasefire, Diplomacy in Middle East Crisis
ASEAN foreign ministers call for an immediate ceasefire and diplomatic solutions to the Middle East conflict, emphasizing regional stability and economic impacts in 2026.
China, Vietnam Launch Historic ‘3+3’ Strategic Dialogue This Week
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi leads a delegation to Vietnam for the inaugural ‘3+3’ strategic dialogue, enhancing bilateral cooperation in diplomacy, defense, and public security.
ASEAN Celebrates Chinese New Year for First Time in Jakarta
ASEAN marks its first Chinese New Year celebration in Jakarta, highlighting cultural ties and 35 years of China-ASEAN dialogue partnership.
Vietnam Sets Tech-Driven Economic Vision for 2030 at Key Party Congress
Vietnam’s Communist Party Congress outlines ambitious tech-focused economic strategies aiming to boost productivity and innovation by 2030, with regional implications.
ASEAN Reaffirms One-China Principle as Regional Stability Cornerstone
ASEAN Secretary-General reaffirms bloc’s commitment to one-China policy, highlighting its role in maintaining regional stability and economic cooperation with China in 2026.
Myanmar Kicks Off 2026 Elections Amid Regional Watch
Myanmar completes the first phase of its 2026 general elections, drawing regional attention amid efforts to stabilize political and economic reforms.
China Facilitates Cambodia-Thailand Ceasefire Progress in Trilateral Talks
China brokers progress in Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire talks through trilateral mediation, reinforcing its role in Southeast Asian stability efforts.
China Pledges Humanitarian Aid to Cambodia, Thailand Amid Border Crisis
China announces humanitarian assistance for displaced residents along Cambodia-Thailand border following a recent ceasefire agreement, as regional talks emphasize stability.
China Pledges Humanitarian Aid to Cambodia Amid Border Displacement
China announces humanitarian aid to Cambodia for displaced people along border areas following high-level talks, amid ongoing regional stability efforts mediated in Yunnan.
Globalization’s Win-Win Reality: New Study Challenges Zero-Sum Narratives
New NBER study reveals globalization boosts living standards worldwide despite shifting economic balances, challenging zero-sum perceptions of US-China relations.
ASEAN Ministers Urge De-Escalation in Thai-Cambodia Tensions
ASEAN foreign ministers meet urgently to mediate Thailand-Cambodia tensions, emphasizing dialogue and regional stability ahead of proposed border talks.
China-ASEAN Tech Partnership Key to Tackling Food Security, Climate Challenges
Ong Tee Keat highlights China’s tech initiatives as pivotal for addressing ASEAN’s food insecurity and environmental crises in 2025.
Hainan Free Trade Port Advances China’s Opening-Up in 2025
Hainan’s 2025 customs reforms accelerate China’s economic integration, creating new opportunities for global trade and cross-border investment.
China Mediates Cambodia-Thailand Border Clashes Amid Rising Tensions
China intensifies diplomatic efforts to mediate Cambodia-Thailand border clashes, urging ceasefire amid rising civilian casualties and regional instability.
Thai-Cambodian Border Clashes Intensify Amid Failed Ceasefire Efforts
Thai-Cambodian border clashes escalate despite ASEAN-led ceasefire proposals, with civilian casualties rising and over 300,000 displaced. Diplomatic efforts stall as tensions threaten regional stability.