Thailand’s Election Commission (EC) has introduced a temporary ban on the sale and distribution of alcoholic beverages during the election period to curb vote-buying and prevent disorder linked to impaired judgement.
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Nearly 180 Myanmar nationals detained in Cambodian scam compound raid
Around 180 Myanmar nationals were among more than 2,000 foreign citizens detained by Cambodian authorities during a raid on an online scam compound in Bavet, a border city in Svay Rieng province on January 31.
Indonesia inks joint security treaty with Australia
Indonesia and Australia strengthened bilateral ties on February 6 by signing a joint security treaty at Istana Merdeka in Jakarta.
Philippines to review US-led Board of Peace invitation amid budget concerns
US President Donald Trump has invited the Philippines to join his proposed Board of Peace, Philippine Ambassador to Washington Jose Manuel Romualdez said on February 5. Trump had written to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and that Manila is reviewing the invitation, including the level of commitment required.
Indonesian President holds consultations amid debate over US-backed Board of Peace
On February 3–4, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto met with Muslim mass organisation leaders including Nahdlatul Ulama, Muhammadiyah and Majelis Ulama Islam, following public outroar over Indonesia’s accession to the US-backed Board of Peace.
Philippine parliament dismisses impeachment complaints against President Marcos Jr.
On February 3–4, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto met with Muslim mass organisation leaders including Nahdlatul Ulama, Muhammadiyah and Majelis Ulama Islam, following public outroar over Indonesia’s accession to the US-backed Board of Peace.
ASEAN Chair Philippines says the bloc does not recognise Myanmar elections result
Philippine Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro speaks to reporters following a press conference at the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Retreat in Cebu, Philippines, on Thursday. (AP) […]
Myanmar pledges to lift blacklist on former civil servants after mass defections
Myanmar’s junta promised a removal of blacklist status for ex-civil servants who were involved in a disobedience movement.
Indonesia appoints president’s relative as central bank deputy
On January 26, Indonesian House of Representatives officially appointed Thomas Djiwandono as the Deputy of the Indonesian Central Bank, who is notably a close relative of the Indonesian President, Prabowo Subianto.
Junta leaning party projected to win Myanmar’s third phase election
Myanmar’s third round of national election was held on January 25, following two previous phases.