ASEAN
Myanmar's Civil War: A Turning Point, or a Descent into Chaos?

Myanmar's civil war has taken a major turn. The rebels have scored big wins, pushing the military out of many border regions. The conflict has become increasingly militarised, with a rise in violence from both sides. The military's control is weakeni....

The Importance of Being Brunei

The Sultanate of Brunei is among the smallest countries of ASEAN with a high GDP. It follows a quiet diplomatic style. Brunei is different from other ASEAN countries in that it is a sultanate where all decisions are made by the Sultan who is also the....

The Traction of India-Singapore Relations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is paying a two-day visit to Singapore on September 4th and 5th on the second leg of his visit after visiting the oil rich Brunei. His visit to these two important Southeast Asian countries is taking place close on the he....

Neighborhood News Digest- 24 July 2024

Afghanistan
Otunbayeva: Women Remain Integral Part of UN Operations-Tolo News
The UN Secretary General’s special representative and head of UNAMA Roza Otunbayeva said that women have remained an integral part of whatever the....

Neighborhood News Digest- 19 July 2024

Afghanistan
Shaheen Reacts to Pakistan's Summoning of Deputy Ambassador in Islamabad-Tolo News
Suhail Shaheen, the head of the Islamic Emirate’s political office in Doha, reacted to the statement from Pakistan's Ministry of ....

Neighborhood News Digest- 18 July 2024

Afghanistan
Nadim: Afghanistan's Affairs Guided by Islamic and Cultural Principles- Tolo News
The Acting Minister of Higher Education, during a meeting with the Uzbek Ambassador in Kabul, stated that Afghanistan, as an indepen....

Myanmar Round Up: June 2024

June 2024 has been a tumultuous month for Myanmar, marked by significant military operations, escalating conflicts, and a host of economic and international developments. The country has witnessed fierce battles between the People's Defence Forces (P....

Neighborhood News Digest - 27 June 2024

Afghanistan
Doha Talks 'In No Way' Recognize Afghan Interim Govt: Dujarric- Tolo News
A delegation of the Islamic Emirate, led by Zabihullah Mujahid, will participate in the third Doha meeting, and the United Nations has descr....

Myanmar Round Up: May 2024

May 2024 witnessed a surge in violence across Myanmar. Ethnic armed groups clashed with the military in various states, including Kachin, Shan, Rakhine, and Chin, displacing over 3 million people, a 50% increase in just six months. The military respo....

Neighbourhood News Digest – 06 June 2024

Afghanistan
Russia Supports Afghanistan's SCO Membership – Tolo News
Zamir Kabulov, Russia's special envoy for Afghanistan, stated that if the Islamic Emirate is recognized, Moscow will support Afghanistan's membership in th....

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