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China criticises Japan’s plan to deploy missiles on island near Taiwan
Read more: China criticises Japan’s plan to deploy missiles on island near Taiwan“The move is extremely dangerous and should raise serious concerns among nearby countries and the international community,” a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday (Nov 24).
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Hong Kong leader backs China’s policy on Japan in first remarks on dispute
Read more: Hong Kong leader backs China’s policy on Japan in first remarks on dispute“These extremely erroneous remarks have severely deteriorated the atmosphere for exchanges between China and Japan,” Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee said on Monday (Nov 24).
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Thailand power vacuum will ‘not affect’ border security: Defence ministry
Read more: Thailand power vacuum will ‘not affect’ border security: Defence ministryHaving an acting government will “not affect” Thailand’s ability to safeguard its sovereignty amid its fragile ceasefire with Cambodia, Deputy Defence Minister Natthapon Nakpanich said.
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What triggered violent protests across Indonesia, and how bad could it get for President Prabowo?
Read more: What triggered violent protests across Indonesia, and how bad could it get for President Prabowo?Despite President Prabowo Subianto’s appeal for calm, protests erupted across major cities including capital Jakarta on Friday, following a delivery rider’s death after being run over by a police vehicle in an earlier rally.
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Police killing sparks Indonesia unrest in first major test for Prabowo presidency
Read more: Police killing sparks Indonesia unrest in first major test for Prabowo presidencyHundreds of Indonesians protested at sites across Jakarta over the death of a civilian hit by a police vehicle.
Thailand
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Thais seek help from Oman
Read more: Thais seek help from OmanForeign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow has travelled to Oman to seek assistance in securing safe passage for Thai cargo vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Traditional “Luk Noo” rocket race kicks off in Pathum Thani
Read more: Traditional “Luk Noo” rocket race kicks off in Pathum ThaniThe first round of the traditional Mon “Luk Noo” (little rat) rocket-firing contest was held on Sunday at Hatthasan Kaset temple in Khlong Luang district of Pathum Thani province, attracting local participants alongside Thai and international spectators. Handcrafted rockets were launched along a wire to strike a model castle, showcasing skills passed down through generations…
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Air force says Cope Tiger drill with US will go ahead
Read more: Air force says Cope Tiger drill with US will go aheadThe Royal Thai Air Force has confirmed its major air exercise, Cope Tiger, with the United States and Singapore, will go ahead in Thailand this month as planned, but with heightened security because of the Mideast war.
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Southeast Asia faces sweltering heat as war limits energy supply
Read more: Southeast Asia faces sweltering heat as war limits energy supplySoutheast Asia is set to see a warmer-than-usual early summer, potentially raising power demand for fuel and straining grids at a time when the Middle East conflict has tightened energy supplies in the region.
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Online scams up again, investment fraud worst
Read more: Online scams up again, investment fraud worstThe number of online-scam complaints rose again over the past week, with investment fraud causing the most damage, according to police.
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China criticises Japan’s plan to deploy missiles on island near Taiwan
Read more: China criticises Japan’s plan to deploy missiles on island near Taiwan“The move is extremely dangerous and should raise serious concerns among nearby countries and the international community,” a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday (Nov 24).
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Hong Kong leader backs China’s policy on Japan in first remarks on dispute
Read more: Hong Kong leader backs China’s policy on Japan in first remarks on dispute“These extremely erroneous remarks have severely deteriorated the atmosphere for exchanges between China and Japan,” Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee said on Monday (Nov 24).
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BJT unveils stability strategy
Read more: BJT unveils stability strategyThe Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) has unveiled a strategy to help Thailand weather instabilities stemming from global conflicts, including the escalating conflict in the Middle East.
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Airspace closures update, war’s impact on sea freight
Read more: Airspace closures update, war’s impact on sea freightThe airspace over eight Mideast countries remains closed to commercial flights, but other airports are still operating, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Sunday.
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Iran says can fight for months as Israel strikes Beirut hotel
Read more: Iran says can fight for months as Israel strikes Beirut hotelTEHRAN – Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said Sunday that the country’s forces could fight an intense war for six months against the United States and Israel, which said it struck Tehran’s commanders at a seaside hotel in the heart of Beirut.