A defence treaty with PNG might seem like a ‘win’ for Australia. But there are 4 crucial questions to answer
Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles began negotiations with his Papua New Guinean counterpart, Billy Joseph, on a defence treaty. This builds on the bilateral security agreement signed between ...
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As Indonesia, US back away from climate goals, hopes fade to retire coal plants early
As a summit of Southeast Asian leaders in Jakarta fast approached in September 2023, Indonesia’s state-run electricity ...
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US defense think tank warns of China’s grip over Indonesian nickel industry
More than 75% of the nickel refining capacity in Indonesia, home to the biggest reserves of this critical mineral, is ...
3 reasons why stablecoin growth thrives globally — Will US follow under Trump?
While the Trump administration lays the preliminary groundwork for crypto industry regulations in the US — with the White ...
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Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand boost local currency transaction framework
Bank Negara Malaysia, Bank Indonesia (BI) and the Bank of Thailand (BOT) have announced the adoption of a harmonised Local ...
Central banks broaden scope of local currency transaction framework
Bank Negara, Bank Indonesia (BI) and the Bank of Thailand (BoT) have announced the adoption of a harmonised Local Currency ...
Joint efforts needed to combat cybercrimes for a safer digital future in China, Southeast Asia
The problems of telecommunication fraud, illegal online gambling and other cybercrimes have posed a serious threat to China ...
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Over 160 Pakistanis face deportations from 11 countries
KARACHI: Almost 170 Pakistanis were deported from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates , Oman, and several other countries ...
Asean synergy strengthens maritime security along Malacca Straits
Close partnerships between Asean countries, especially Malaysia and Indonesia has strengthened maritime security along the ...