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Sports 5 months ago

Family instils joy of competing in Fifa Laopakdee ahead of Masters debut

His parents, particularly his father Peter, a golf teaching professional, made a conscious decision early on: let the game find Fifa. And it did.

Asia & Pacific 5 months ago

Myanmar president says many challenges ahead, seeks to normalise ASEAN ties

In his inauguration address to parliament, the former junta chief said peace and democracy was his priority, and his government would spur foreign investment, develop agriculture and form effective, long-term strategic plans.

Middle East and Africa 6 months ago

Thai tanker safely transits Strait of Hormuz after talks with Iran

The Bangchak Corporation-owned tanker crossed the strategic waterway on Monday after successful talks between Thai foreign minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow and Iran's ambassador to Thailand.

Academia 6 months ago

Trafficked Indonesians risk blame after scam escape

Framing returnees as potential criminals is politically convenient but counterproductive. It discourages victims from seeking help from authorities.

Archipelago 6 months ago

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Police seize 29 kilos of meth smuggled from Thailand to Aceh

A man has been arrested in Aceh over an attempt to smuggle 29 kilograms of the illicit substance, in the latest case along the eastern Sumatra coast amid a surge in drug trafficking activities across Southeast Asia, according to an UNODC report.

Asia & Pacific 6 months ago

Thailand, Vietnam push remote work to save energy

Thailand and Vietnam have encouraged public employees to work from home and take up other energy-saving measures as the Middle East war disrupted oil supplies and sent fuel prices swinging.

Academia 6 months ago

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After 50 years ASEAN's peace treaty needs new teeth

While the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation remains a global gold standard for diplomacy, ASEAN must bridge the gap between its aspirational principles and the political will required to actually use them.

Academia 7 months ago

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The Philippines faces a defining year for ASEAN

As 2026 ASEAN chair, the Philippines is expected to assume a more proactive role in sustaining dialogue among member states, minimizing the risk of miscalculation and helping to prevent tensions from escalating.

Academia 7 months ago

Humanitarian crisis after a scam crackdown

Thousands of people from Indonesia, China and Africa are waiting for help to return home, but the process has been slow and many are increasingly desperate.

Politics 7 months ago

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Indonesia expects first ever aircraft carrier in October

The Italian government has granted the decommissioned ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi to Indonesia with a new crew already being prepared.

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