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Around Asia

Thai PM issues public apology over leaked conversation

She assured the public that her government remains united with the armed forces to defend Thailand

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Timor-Leste’s battle to belong in Asean

The former Portuguese colony will become Asean’s 11th member in October 2025

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As Iran-Israel hostilities mount, foreigners left scrambling to get out of harm’s way

Mountaineer Falguni Dey’s solo expedition to Asia’s highest volcanic summit, Mount Damavand, in Iran has turned into a battle for survival, as the 40-year-old tries to find a way to leave the country now battered by Israel’s missile strikes..A blizzard had forced him to descend from the su

6d ago

Furry pals: Therapy animals play growing role in mental health care across China

Although animal-assisted therapy is still relatively uncommon in China, it has been gaining recognition in recent years

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Indonesia to push DNA screening for cervical cancer nationwide

The new plan would combine the IVA and DNA testing, which is deemed more accurate and effective in detecting and preventing the disease

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70,000 rice-related businesses in Japan to be surveyed

The Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Ministry’s aim is to determine the causes of rice shortages and price hikes

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Don’t let them silence you, says Pakistani First Lady on social media influencer Sana Yousaf murder

Inspector General Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi said the suspect was arrested from Faisalabad within 20 hours of the incident

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Murder of teenage TikTok star exposes the rot in Pakistani society

The teenager, who had recently celebrated her birthday, was gunned down in front of her mother and aunt by an unidentified man who fled the scene, according to an FIR.

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China maps out steps to tackle global woes

However, the foundation for the country's sustained economic recovery needs to be further consolidated.

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Pakistan PM welcomes Iran’s willingness to help ease Pak-India tensions

The prime minister repeated that Pakistan is ready to “participate in a transparent and unbiased investigation into the terrorist attack”

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South Korean ex-presidents Moon, Yoon likely to stand criminal trial simultaneously

These will be the first simultaneous criminal trials of two former presidents in 29 years.

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Vietnam’s solar exports hit with US duties of up to 542.6%

As high as 3,403.9% for Cambodia, 799.5%for Thailand, 542.6% for Vietnam, and 168.8% for Malaysia

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Epidemic situation in China stable, but vigilance urged

China’s overall epidemic situation ahead of the five-day May Day holiday starting on May 1 is stable and under control.

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Indonesia in the spotlight as military rivalry of major powers heats up

As China and the US vie for influence in South-east Asia amid tariff tensions, Indonesia has emerged as a central battleground in a high-stakes strategic contest.

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Thailand leads Bhutan’s agro-export markets beyond India and Bangladesh

Thailand emerged as Bhutan's one of the top agricultural export destinations, importing goods worth Nu 83.21 million last year.

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Meta, TikTok back Indonesia’s push for child online safety

Signed by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on March 28, the government regulation on child protection for electronic system providers mandates platforms to implement more stringent age verification processes

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ASEAN, Australia and New Zealand’s upgraded free trade area deal enters into force

The agreement is seen to enhance business opportunities across a free trade area of over 703 million people, with a combined gross domestic product of more than US$5.6 trillion (S$7.3 trillion)

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Chinese President Xi’s three-nation Southeast Asian tour hailed for fruitful results

China and the three neighboring countries of Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia reached consensuses in a wide range of areas including politics and economic cooperation, as evidenced by the signing of a total of more than 100 cooperation documents

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