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ASEAN Boosts Science and Technology Ties at Laos Meeting

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ASEAN and China are deepening science, technology, and innovation (STI) cooperation to build regional economic resilience. During the 22nd ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Science, Technology and Innovation (AMMSTI-22) in Vientiane, officials prioritized the APASTI 2026-2035 framework, focusing on joint research, technology transfer, and talent mobility to navigate rapid technological shifts. What is the APASTI 2026-2035 … Read more

Western Alarm Over Chinese Coast Guard Activities Stirs Tensions in Taiwan Strait

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Rising tensions in the Taiwan Strait have drawn international concern as the U.S., Britain, France, and Germany recently condemned Chinese Coast Guard operations near Taiwan’s east coast. Beijing maintains these patrols are a legitimate exercise of jurisdiction, while Taiwan’s National Security Council and its Ocean Affairs Council argue the maneuvers violate international maritime norms and … Read more

Indonesia Weighs $2B Cut to Prabowo’s Free Meal Program

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Indonesia is preparing to scale back President Prabowo Subianto’s flagship free meals programme, with officials weighing a budget cut of more than $2 billion and reductions in both kitchens and beneficiaries. According to two sources and an internal presentation, the National Nutrition Agency (NNA) is targeting a reduction of at least 15% to address mounting … Read more

5,000+ People Trapped in Myanmar Scam Centers, Rights Group Reports

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More than 5,300 people remain trapped in forced-labor online scam hubs near the Myanmar-Thai border, according to the Civil Society Network for Human Trafficking Victim Assistance (CSNHTV). The organization, which monitors human rights abuses in the region, reports that these victims are being held in four distinct compounds controlled by the Democratic Karen Buddhist Army … Read more

The BRI Paradox: High Growth and High Anxiety in Southeast Asia

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Recent survey data from the ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute indicates that 90% of commuters across six major Chinese-built transport projects in Southeast Asia rate the quality of infrastructure as “good” or “very good.” While these projects, including the Whoosh high-speed rail and the Laos–China Railway, have significantly improved regional connectivity, they remain flashpoints for … Read more

Hong Kong Implements Multi-Pronged Strategy to Boost Market Liquidity

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Hong Kong is negotiating with mainland Chinese authorities to expand investment channels for Hong Kong-listed securities, aiming to boost market liquidity and diversify investment options for qualified investors. Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po confirmed these discussions during the 2026 Lujiazui Forum, emphasizing that while cross-border regulatory oversight has tightened, the government remains committed to facilitating … Read more

Thailand Revives $30B Corridor to Rival Malacca Strait

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Thailand is advancing a 1 trillion baht ($30.45 billion) Land Bridge project to bypass the congested Malacca Strait. By connecting deep-sea ports in Chumphon and Ranong via a 90-kilometer railway, the corridor aims to reduce logistics costs by 30% and cut transit times by up to 14 days for specific cargo routes. How will the … Read more

US Navy Expands Soft Power in Southeast Asia Amid Regional Rivalry

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The US Navy has launched Pacific Partnership 2026, its largest annual humanitarian and civic assistance mission in the Indo-Pacific, with a strategic shift toward Southeast Asia. According to the US Navy, the five-month deployment aims to strengthen regional partnerships and provide disaster relief training, serving as a pillar of Washington’s soft power projection amidst its … Read more

India Demands Justice Following Fatal US Strike on Sailors

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India is facing mounting domestic pressure to overhaul its maritime protection policies following the deaths of three Indian sailors in a U.S. military strike on a Palau-flagged tanker off the coast of Oman. The Indian government has summoned the U.S. chargé d’affaires twice to lodge formal protests, while opposition leaders and labor unions demand more … Read more

2026 ASEAN-China Media Forum: Strengthening Digital-Age Cooperation

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The 2026 ASEAN-China Media Cooperation Forum, held June 9 in Shenyang, convened 150 representatives to formalize digital integration strategies between China and Southeast Asian nations. Co-hosted by China International Communications Group (CICG) and the ASEAN-China Centre (ACC), the forum prioritized artificial intelligence, short-form video content, and collaborative youth cultural initiatives as the primary drivers for … Read more

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