BANGKOK, March 9 — Thailand’s military has said troops deployed along the border with Cambodia should remain in their current positions, stressing that any adjustments will only be considered after an upcoming meeting of the Thailand–Cambodia Joint Boundary Commission (JBC). Air Chief Marshal Prapas Sonjaidee said the guiding principle for
PHNOM PENH, March 10, 2026 — Cambodia and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have held discussions on expanding the country’s labor market, strengthening skills development and supporting the reintegration of Cambodian migrant workers returning from Thailand, officials said. Labour and Vocational Training Minister Heng Sour met Jochen M. Schmittmann, the
JAKARTA, March 8, 2026 — Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said Friday that Indonesia could withdraw from the Board of Peace initiative proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump if it fails to deliver benefits for the Palestinian people. Prabowo made the remarks amid growing scrutiny at home over Indonesia’s participation in
PHNOM PENH, March 10, 2026 — Cambodia’s total trade with international markets reached more than $11 billion in the first two months of 2026, marking a 17.6% increase year-on-year, according to official customs data released on Tuesday. The General Department of Customs and Excise (GDCE) said Cambodia recorded $5.23 billion
David Hutt/MSN For most Southeast Asian countries, the immediate priority following the start of the Iran war has been to urge de-escalation and protect their citizens and migrant workers in the Middle East. Malaysia's Foreign Ministry issued a more measured statement that condemned US-Israeli attacks as well as Iran's retaliatory
PHNOM PENH, March 6, 2026 — Cambodia’s Minister of Post and Telecommunications Chea Vandeth met with a delegation from the EU-ASEAN Business Council on Thursday to discuss digital economy cooperation and investment opportunities. The delegation was led by Sharon Toh, the council’s ASEAN regional lead, during talks held at the
MOSCOW, March 2, 2026 — Russian oil and gas stocks rose sharply on Monday after the reported closure of the Strait of Hormuz sent crude prices surging and investors scrambling into safe-haven assets. Brent crude jumped nearly 10% in volatile trade, reflecting fears of supply disruptions through the strategic waterway,
