
US forces help Philippines military in Marawi
The US Special Operation Forces are assisting the Philippine military in operations against the Islamist militants, the US Embassy in Manila confirmed on June 10.
Singaporean PM warns of threat from regional separatist groups
Separatist groups in Southeast Asia is posing a clear and present danger to Singapore, said the country’s Prime Minister (PM) Lee Hsien Loong
ASEAN looks towards stronger group
Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Quoc Dung has called on ASEAN member countries to deeply understand opportunities and challenges amid rapid changes in the region
Thailand closes six border crossings with Malaysia
Thailand’s authorities announced on June 8 that six auxiliary crossings on its border with Malaysia have been closed to prevent militants of the self-proclaimed Islamic State (IS) from entering the country.
Wreckage of missing Myanmar plane, bodies found at sea
The wreckage of a missing Myanmar military plane with 116 people on board was found in the Andaman Sea, the country’s military said on June 8.
Tokyo conference spotlights Asia’s sustainable development
Measures to maintain stability and sustainable development in Asia amid the increasing trade protectionism were discussed at the 23rd International Conference on the Future of Asia in Tokyo...
Japanese media highlights Vietnamese PM’s remarks
Japanese media carried stories highlighting remarks of Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc at conferences in Tokyo during his ongoing official visit to Japan from June 4-8.
Shangri-La Dialogue promotes regional links to deal with security challenges
The 16th Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on June 4 wrapped up after the three-day sitting, giving commitments to fostering regional cooperation, towards effectively coping with regional security challenges.
Thailand: Weapons found in parcels in Bangkok
At least two parcels containing eight M67 grenades and many bullets were discovered on June 2 at a private courier shop in Phahon Yothin Road, Bang Khen district, Bangkok, Thailand, according to the country’s police.
Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines to hold joint counter-terrorism patrols
Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines are set to launch joint patrols in waters off Mindanao island of the Philippines in late June to counter threats from Islamic State (IS) group.
Thailand hosts Euromoney 2017 Greater Mekong Investment Forum
The Euromoney 2017 Greater Mekong Investment Forum has been held in Thailand to discuss various aspects of development in the Mekong countries to enhance the region's economic potential.
Philippines: Manila resort gunman killed
Philippine police killed a gunman who burst into a casino of the Resorts World Manila entertainment complex, according to the National Police Chief Director Ronald dela Rosa.
Seminar reviews Asia-Africa ties since Bandung Conference
A seminar was held in Hanoi on May 31 to review 62 years since the Bandung Conference took place and the conference’s role in promoting Asia-Africa cooperation.
Int’l community hails Vietnam’s contributions to UN
International friends at a ceremony to mark Vietnam’s 40 years of joining the United Nations have acknowledged the country’s active contributions to the organization and its responsibility for the international community.
Singapore fines Credit Suisse for 1MDB-linked probe
Singapore has imposed fines on Swiss bank Credit Suisse and a local bank for breaching rules on money laundering in connection with the alleged misappropriation from Malaysian state fund 1MDB.