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Questionable Stance of Cambodia’s Policy on China as Manet attends 3rd BRI Forum Meeting in Beijing

Cambodia’s cosiness with China is a matter of worry for the ASEAN grouping. Cambodia pursued a pro-China policy during the outgoing rule of Hun Sen, one of the world’s longest-serving Prime Ministers and who announced his relinquishment of the top...

Neighborhood News Digest –20 October 2023

Afghanistan Tajikistan’ President unveils 24 new border posts along Afghanistan border – The Khaama Press Imam Ali Rahman, Tajikistan’s President, opened 24 new border posts on his visit to the Khatlon province, strengthening security along the...

Indonesia’s Presidency of ASEAN: Approach to Crisis in Myanmar

Indonesia is holding the presidency of ASEAN for 2023 during which Indonesia has hosted a series of meetings in July and September. Through various statements, ASEAN has emphasised on the common and shared goals and ASEAN’s role as an epicenter of...

Neighborhood News Digest – 12 October 2023

Afghanistan Islamic Emirate Establishes Commission for Afghan Refugees’ Return – Tolo News The Islamic Emirate established a special commission to address the problems of Afghan refugees based in Pakistan. The commission, which is led by the deputy...

Myanmar Round Up: September 2023

While the military has not given any conclusive date for elections, it has been reported that the military will hold elections after the national census has been conducted which is supposed to end in 2025. Thereby it can be estimated that the...

Multilateralism Digest: September 2023 - Issue 9

I. India in the UN EAM addresses 78th UNGA Launch of a new India-UN initiative India suggests renaming of the G77 PBC needs better mandate, role Essentials for reform of UNSC working methods II. India’s G20 Presidency G20 Summit adopts New Delhi...

Neighborhood News Digest – 20 September 2023

Afghanistan Taliban urged to uphold Afghan girls’ right to education – UN News The international community must ensure that every girl in Afghanistan has an opportunity to learn, the head of the UN fund for education in emergencies said on Monday –...

Neighborhood News Digest – 18 September 2023

Afghanistan U.S. woman among 18 NGO staff detained in Afghanistan – The Hindu Afghanistan's Taliban authorities have arrested at least 18 staff of an international NGO, including an American woman, accusing them of carrying out Christian missionary...

Neighborhood News Digest – 08 September 2023

Afghanistan ACCI Expresses Concern About Closing of Torkham Crossing – Tolo News Following the clashes between Islamic Emirate forces and Pakistani border guards at the Torkham crossing, the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI)...

Neighborhood News Digest – 06 September 2023

Afghanistan Ministry: Afghan Exports to Pakistan Have Decreased – Tolo News Officials of the Ministry of Industry and Trade said that exports to Pakistan have decreased by $66 million compared to last year. They added that the most exported items...

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