US VP Vance meets Indian PM Modi for tough talks on trade
US Vice-President JD Vance met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi after a red carpet welcome in New Delhi on Monday, as India bids for an early trade deal to stave…
India’s Modi and U.S. Vice President Vance optimistic on New Delhi-Washington trade deal
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. Vice President JD Vance on Monday hailed the “significant” progress made in trade talks between the two sides during Vance’s visit to India.…
Cambodia launches tourism port in SW Kampot coastal province
CAMBODIA on Monday inaugurated a 10-million-US-dollar tourism port in the seaside southwestern province of Kampot here, aiming to promote the kingdom’s maritime transportation sector. Located in Teuk Chhou district, the…
Vietnam ups wind, solar targets as energy demand soars
The country aims for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, as outlined in its Power Development Plan 8 (PDP8). VIETNAM has dramatically increased its wind and solar targets as it looks…
Remains of 18 more people recovered from collapsed SAO building
All the remains were have been taken to the Forensic Medicine Institute for identification. Deputy Bangkok Governor Tavida Kamolvej says that the BMA have sought help from the Thai Embassy…
Iran, US conclude second round of high-stakes nuclear talks in Rome
THE United States and Iran on Saturday concluded a second round of high-stakes talks on Tehran’s nuclear programme, with Iranian media saying the discussions took place in a “constructive atmosphere”.…
China-ASEAN economic, trade cooperation in fast lane
FROM bustling ports brimming with goods to digital arenas buzzing with new opportunities, China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are increasingly coming together in a partnership that…
“Flying taxis” poised to revolutionize urban commuting
THE futuristic vision of gliding above traffic in an autonomous “flying taxi” is fast becoming a reality, thanks to the rise of low-altitude economy in China. At the 5th China…
PM urges multinational cooperation to overcome global challenges
Thai premier highlights urgent need for cross-border cooperation to address climate change, disasters, and regional instability At the 81st session of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the…
Carney pledges to ramp up military spending to protect against US
Mark Carney pledged to ramp up military spending by £17 billion to protect against “America’s threats to our very sovereignty” if he wins Canada’s general election. Mr Carney, Canada’s prime…