Tag: ASEAN
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DTI: ASEAN Hosting in 2026 Could Spark Investment Influx for the Philippines
Overview: Aiming for a Pipeline of Investments The Philippines is set to host the ASEAN Summit and related meetings in 2026, a move the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) says could unlock a substantial wave of investment into the country. Trade Secretary Cristina Roque emphasized that hosting duties often act as a catalyst, drawing…
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Artificial Intelligence Intensifies South China Sea Disputes in the Philippines
Overview: AI accelerates the South China Sea dilemma The South China Sea remains a focal point of regional power competition, where competing claims and strategic interests collide with dynamic technologies. Recent developments show that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not merely a tool for analysis or surveillance; it is increasingly shaping decision-making, alliance-building, and diplomatic messaging…
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Thailand and Cambodia Agree on Ceasefire to End Weeks of Border Fighting
Ceasefire Brings a Pause to a Crisis on the Thailand-Cambodia Border After weeks of intense clashes along their shared border, Thailand and Cambodia have announced a ceasefire agreement intended to stop the fighting and allow humanitarian aid to reach affected communities. The deal, confirmed by government officials from both sides, marks a critical pause in…
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Thailand and Cambodia Agree on Truce to Halt Border Clashes
Ceasefire Ends Weeks of Hottest Border Tension Thailand and Cambodia on December 27 announced a historic truce aimed at stopping weeks of fierce clashes along their shared border. The agreement marks the most significant escalation in years between the Southeast Asian neighbors, who have traded shelling, air sorties, and drone activity in a conflict that…
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Cambodia accuses Thailand of strikes amid border peace talks: what it means for regional stability
Background: A fragile border dispute returns to the table The long-running border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand has again flared into the international spotlight as negotiators from both sides gather for high-stakes talks. Cambodia has publicly accused Thailand of intensifying bombardment in disputed border areas, a claim that threatens to derail efforts to broker a…
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Cambodia Accuses Thailand of Strikes as Border Peace Talks Continue
Rising Tensions at the Cambodia–Thailand Border The border between Cambodia and Thailand has long been a flashpoint for sporadic clashes and tense exchanges. As senior officials from both nations gather for a multi-day round of talks aimed at halting deadly border incidents, a fresh accusation has sharpened the rhetoric. Cambodia has publicly accused Thailand of…
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Court Ruling Against Former PM Haunts Thailand’s Cambodia Policy
Introduction: A turning point in Thai politics and foreign policy On the night of December 12, Thai politics entered a new phase. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dissolved Parliament, setting the stage for elections likely to be held in early February 2026. While domestic concerns will dominate the campaign, a landmark court ruling against a former…
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ASEAN Foreign Ministers Convene in Kuala Lumpur to Address Thailand-C Cambodia Tension
ASEAN Brings Regional Focus to Thailand-Cambodia Tensions Foreign ministers and senior officials from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have arrived in Kuala Lumpur for a special meeting aimed at addressing the ongoing tensions between Cambodia and Thailand. The gathering, held on Monday, signals ASEAN’s intent to act quickly to ease disputes in the…
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ASEAN Foreign Ministers Convene in Kuala Lumpur for Special Meeting on Thailand-Cambodia Tensions
ASEAN Meets in Kuala Lumpur to Address Thailand-Cambodia Tensions Foreign ministers and senior officials from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have arrived in Kuala Lumpur for a high-stakes special meeting aimed at addressing the ongoing tensions between Thailand and Cambodia. The gathering marks a significant step in regional diplomacy as ASEAN seeks to…
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ASEAN Ministers Convene in Kuala Lumpur to Address Thailand-C Cambodia Tensions
ASEAN Ministers Convene in Kuala Lumpur The foreign ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and senior officials have gathered in Kuala Lumpur for a special meeting focused on the ongoing border tensions between Thailand and Cambodia. The gathering signals the bloc’s commitment to a diplomatic, multilateral approach aimed at de-escalation and regional…