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Indonesia steps up advocacy for citizen detained on terror charges in Myanmar

The Foreign Ministry continues to advocate for an Indonesian citizen identified as a social media influencer with the initials AP who was sentenced to seven years in prison in Myanmar on terrorism-related charges, amid mounting pressure from lawmakers for stronger diplomatic efforts to secure his release.

3 days ago
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US, Quad partners announce critical minerals initiative

The four countries, known as the Quad, share concerns about China's growing power and dominance of critical minerals, but relations have been tested by US President Donald Trump's global tariff offensive which has spared none of the members. ...

3 days ago
Asia & Pacific

Thailand's political chaos: what happens next?

The senators have accused the 38-year-old premier of dishonesty and breaching ethical standards in violation of the constitution over a leaked telephone conversation with Cambodia's former premier Hun Sen.  ...

4 days ago

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Sugiono to attend BRICS foreign ministers' meeting

Foreign Minister Sugiono is scheduled to attend the BRICS foreign ministers meeting next week in Brazil, marking his first participation since Indonesia officially became a member of the group of emerging economies three months ago.

2 months ago
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Prabowo discusses global trade, Gaza with visiting Malaysian deputy PM

President Prabowo Subianto hosted Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi at the State Palace on Tuesday, during which they discussed bilateral ties, global trade tensions and the crisis in Gaza.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Timor Leste leader declares week of mourning for Pope Francis

"Not only the Catholics of Timor Leste but all religions and all communities feel the loss of the pope," the Nobel Laureate said in a video statement during a state visit to Bulgaria.

2 months ago
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RI, China close ranks at maiden two-plus-two meeting under Prabowo

Indonesia and China reiterated their commitment to intensify their strategic cooperation and high-level dialogues on Monday amid an increasingly intense geopolitical landscape.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Philippines, US launch joint combat drills in 'full battle test'

The annual "Balikatan" (shoulder-to-shoulder) exercises will run for three weeks until May 9, showcasing an array of US weapons that include the NMESIS anti-ship missile system and HIMARS rocket launchers.

2 months ago
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Wang Yi calls on Indonesia to oppose unilateralism

The two sides should jointly accelerate regional economic integration and maintain the stability of industrial chain and supply chain, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said.

2 months ago
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Beijing threatens countermeasures against countries "appeasing" US

While the rest of the world has been slapped with a blanket 10 percent tariff, China faces levies of up to 145 percent on many products. Beijing has responded with duties of 125 percent on US goods.

2 months ago
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'Bandung Spirit' touted as way forward for Global South

International relations experts from Global South countries attending the 70th anniversary of the Asia-Africa Conference in Bandung, West Java, have said the “Bandung Spirit” concept of non-interference and building mutually beneficial cooperation should guide developing countries in facing global challenges, including through BRICS.

2 months ago
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Indonesia weighs US arms purchases to curb tariff threat, Bloomberg reports

Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin held a closed-door meeting of senior officials on April 8 to deliver a directive from the President Prabowo Subianto instructing them to identify US weapons that could be imported or fast-tracked for purchase, the report said, citing people with knowledge of the gathering.

2 months ago
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Trial opens for students, journalists over Istanbul protests

The suspects are facing a number of charges, notably "taking part in illegal rallies and marches" and "failing to disperse despite police warnings"; offences that could carry between six months to four years behind bars.

2 months ago
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Malaysia PM says Myanmar junta, opposition to extend ceasefire

Anwar Ibrahim, who is also the chair of the ASEAN regional bloc, revealed the outcome of talks he has held since Thursday with Myanmar's junta chief and the prime minister of its shadow government in a rare outreach effort.

2 months ago
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China's Xi calls for UN, multilateral systems to be upheld on Southeast Asia trip

China has said it is "tearing down walls" and expanding its circle of trading partners amid the trade war.

2 months ago
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‘Bandung Spirit’ revisited amid global fractures

Diplomats and academicians called for the “Bandung Spirit” produced in the 1955 Asia-Africa Conference to be used as guidance for Global South leaders to commit practical action, such as intensifying communication among each other and consolidating common interests amid the current geopolitical situation.

2 months ago
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Indonesia, China celebrate 75 years of diplomatic ties

President Prabowo Subianto and Chinese President Xi Jinping exchange congratulations and warm wishes on the 75th anniversary of Indonesia and China’s diplomatic relations, vowing to deepen the two countries’ bilateral ties.

2 months ago
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President Prabowo meets Russian deputy prime minister

Earlier on Monday, Manturov made a joint appearance with Coordinating Economic Minister Airlangga Hartarto at the Russia-Indonesia Business Forum during which the two senior officials pledged to expand cooperation on health, tourism, technology and education.

2 months ago
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Australia asks Indonesia about Russian request to base aircraft in Papua

Janes reported that Jakarta has received an official request from Moscow, seeking permission for Russian Aerospace Forces (VKS) aircraft to be based at a facility in Papua.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Singapore dissolves parliament ahead of imminent election

The vote will be the first electoral test for Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who took over from long-time premier Lee Hsien Loong as leader of the People's Action Party in May 2024.

2 months ago
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Record fall in Japanese nationals as population declines

Japan's birth rate is among the lowest in the world, a trend which has meant having a shrinking workforce, fewer consumers and businesses fighting to recruit workers.

2 months ago
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China's Xi calls for stronger trade ties with Vietnam amid US tariff tensions

The visit, planned for weeks, comes as Beijing faces 145 percent US duties, while Vietnam is negotiating a reduction of threatened US tariffs of 46 percent that would otherwise apply in July after a global moratorium expires.

2 months ago
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Malaysia to seek ceasefire extension in Myanmar for quake relief efforts

Anwar said he would make this appeal when he meets the junta's senior general Min Aung Hlaing in Bangkok on April 18.

2 months ago
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Xi warns protectionism 'leads nowhere' as starts SE Asia tour

Xi's first overseas trip of the year will see him visit Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia as Beijing seeks to tighten regional trade ties and offset the impact of huge tariffs unleashed by his US counterpart Donald Trump.

2 months ago
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Indonesia ends rescue mission in Myanmar earthquake

Indonesian rescuers returned to Jakarta on Saturday after completing their 12-day operation in earthquake-hit Myanmar, while medical workers will continue their work until next week.

2 months ago
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ASEAN to tout trade, investment at Expo 2025 Osaka

Southeast Asian countries are pitching in to present an ASEAN pavilion in addition to individual booths at the 36th World Expo from April 13 to Oct. 13 in Osaka, Japan, aiming to promote trade and investment opportunities in the region as well as closer ties between member states.

2 months ago
Asia & Pacific

Xi to visit Southeast Asia as ASEAN seeks to negotiate tariffs with Trump

The rare bilateral visits to Southeast Asian nations mark a high-profile personal diplomatic outreach for Xi. Earlier this week, the Chinese president pledged to deepen "all-round cooperation" with China's neighboring countries.

2 months ago
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Australia wants AUKUS submarines for deterrence, says PM Albanese

The US sale of three nuclear-powered submarines to Australia under AUKUS is facing new doubts as Trump's tariffs take hold, and amid concern in Washington that providing the subs to Canberra may reduce deterrence to China.

2 months ago
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Xi to visit Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia next week

Xi will visit Vietnam from April 14-15, and Malaysia and Cambodia from April 15-18, state-run Xinhua news agency reported on Friday. 

2 months ago
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Australia rebuffs China's appeal to 'join hands' in trade

Ambassador Xiao Qian urged Australia and other trading partners to "jointly respond to the changes of the world" in an opinion piece written for a Sydney newspaper. 

2 months ago
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Malaysia to host China's Xi Jinping from April 15

The state visit will go from April 15 to 17, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said.

2 months ago
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ASEAN urges 'boldly' integrating region's economies amid US tariff worries

The 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations, which count on the United States as their main export market, were among those slapped with the toughest levies by President Donald Trump.

2 months ago
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Calls mount for ASEAN to step up Myanmar peace plan

With increased contact between the international community and Myanmar’s junta government following a deadly 7.7-magnitude earthquake in late March, ASEAN should consider intensifying its political efforts in Naypyidaw by unifying its Myanmar agenda and building better rapport with local actors, experts have said. 

2 months ago

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