
Thailand to trade rice, rubber for Russian helicopters
Thailand and Russian agreed to barter farm products for helicopters during Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha’s recent visit to the European country, said Thai Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai.
US newspapers explore President Obama’s visit to Vietnam
A number of the US newspapers have recently published articles highlighting the warming relationship between the US and Vietnam on the threshold of the US President’s visit to Vietnam.
ASEAN, Russia issue Sochi Declaration
The ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit to mark the 20th anniversary of ASEAN-Russia dialogue partnership issued a Sochi Declaration
ASEAN, Russia mark 20-year ties
A festival in the Russian city of Sochi on May 19 celebrated the 20th anniversary of the ASEAN-Russia dialogue partnership.
Former US Congressman hails Vietnam's human right progress
Former US Congressman Eni Faleomavaega on May 17 issued a press release in which he reaffirms his support for Vietnam and hails the country’s human rights progress
US eases sanctions on Myanmar in bid to promote reforms
The United States eased some sanctions on Myanmar on May 17 to support ongoing political reforms...
Missile defense shield in Europe unhelpful for peace, stability
The US missile defense shield in Europe, which has just been activated after a decade of planning, adds more conflicts to the existing differences between the West and Russia.
ASEAN, Russia set stronger cooperation
The Russia-ASEAN summit scheduled to take place in Russia’s city of Sochi for May 19-20 is expected to help strengthen the bilateral comprehensive relations...
Cuba and United States draw up roadmap for talks to deepen detente
Cuba and the United States aim to reach new agreements on cooperation in law enforcement, health and agriculture over the coming months, a senior Cuban official said on May 16...
Global anti-corruption fight
The first global anti-corruption summit in London has initiated several measures to combat corruption. These chime with global leader’s determination in the fight but implementation is not easy.
ASEAN labour ministers look to develop competitive workforce
The 24th ASEAN Labour Ministers Meeting (ALMM 24) convened in Vientiane on May 15 with a focus on creating sustainable jobs and a competitive workforce in the ASEAN Community.
Myanmar military backs constitution amendment
Myanmar’s Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Services Senior-General Min Aung Hlaing affirmed to support the amendment of the constitution in condition that the country becomes politically stable.
Venezuela president declares emergency
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro declared a 60-day state of emergency on May 13 due to what he called plots from within the OPEC country and the United States to topple his leftist government.
US public opinion targets President Obama’s Vietnam visit
The upcoming visit of US President Barack Obama to Vietnam is set to promote multifaceted links between the two nations, according to some US citizens.
ASEAN seeks sustainable employment for labourers
The 12th ASEAN Senior Labour Officials’ Meeting (SLOM) was held in Vientiane, Laos