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High stakes for Asean
Published by The Bangkok Post The declaration after the summit of the leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) and the United States that they will commit to a “comprehensive strategic partnership” poses a new challenge to the regional bloc. In a joint “vision statement” after a two-day
Asian finance chiefs warn of downside risks of Russia war to recovery
Published by Kyodo News Asian finance chiefs on Thursday warned of the “downside risks” from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine to the economic recovery of their region, even as they said they expect that their countries will emerge stronger this year from the coronavirus pandemic. The finance ministers and central bank
FOCUS: Japan aid for Indian islets carries China “strategic overtone”
Published by Kyodo News Japan’s planned development aid for India’s Andaman and Nicobar Islands carries a “geostrategic overtone,” with some security experts saying it is part of initiatives to keep an increasingly assertive China in check. The 4.02 billion yen ($31 million) in aid comes as Japan and India have
Govt plugs overseas labour fund
Published by The Bangkok Post Govt plugs overseas labour fund Workers told to sign up to ease problems Overseas job seekers are advised to secure membership of a labour fund which will come in handy if they face problems, including war, working in other countries, deputy government spokeswoman Traisuree Taisaranakul
Coexistent Ruins: Exploring Iraq’s Mesopotamian past via art
Published by Al-Araby After exploring four ancient heritage sites: Ur, Babylon, Nippur and Nimrud, five Iraqi artists have produced videos, photographs and works on burnt canvas and oil which are on display at London University’s Brunei Gallery. The exhibition Coexistent Ruins: Exploring Iraq’s Mesopotamian past through contemporary art is part