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Cambodia-Thailand Tensions Escalate Despite Donald Trump's Ceasefire Claim
Zee News
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New Delhi: Tensions between Thailand and Cambodia surged early Sunday as Cambodian troops opened fire on Thai forces near the Ta Kwai temple in Thailand’s Surin province, despite both countries publicly signaling a ceasefire agreement. This...
US Lowers Tariff On Malaysian Exports To 19% From 25%
Lowyat.NET
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August 1, 2025
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order revising the reciprocal tariffs rate on various regions. As one of the trading partners affected by the updated ad valorem duties, Malaysia now faces a 19% tariff, reduced from the previous...
Thailand and Cambodia reach ‘immediate and unconditional ceasefire’ deal after Trump’s trade threat
The Independent
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July 28, 2025
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‘How could I leave these buffaloes?’: As bombs fall, Thai and Cambodian civilians refuse to flee conflict zone to protect homes
Malay Mail
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July 28, 2025
SURIN (Thailand), July 28 — Under the drumbeat of artillery fire near Thailand’s border with Cambodia, farmer Samuan Niratpai refuses to abandon his buffalo herd – stubbornly risking his life to tend his livestock. “At 5:00am every day, I hear the...
Cambodia appeals to UN for peace as Thai military escalates aggression
The Rising Nepal
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By Hong Raksmey, (Phnom Penh Post), July 26: In an urgent appeal before the UN Security Council (UNSC) on July 25 in New York, Cambodia called for immediate international attention and intervention in response to escalating military aggression by...
Truce between Cambodia and Thailand secured under Asean chair Malaysia, but can it hold?
The Straits Times
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July 28, 2025
SINGAPORE – Asean notched a diplomatic win on July 28, with chair Malaysia securing a ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia after deadly border clashes left more than 30 dead and raised fears of further escalation. The breakthrough,...
Japan and Cambodia Collaborate to Enhance Carbon Credit Market
Construction & Property News
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July 28, 2025
In a significant move toward environmental sustainability, Japan has expressed its commitment to help expand Cambodia’s carbon credit market. This collaboration was highlighted during a recent meeting between His Excellency Eang Sophallet,...
Korean Community Aims to Enhance Cambodia’s Water Resources and Meteorology Sectors
Construction & Property News
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July 28, 2025
In a recent meeting held on July 23, 2025, the Korea Rural Community Corporation (KRC) expressed its commitment to assist in the development of Cambodia’s water resources and meteorology sectors. The meeting featured His Excellency Pon Sacha,...
Emerging Research Trends on Medication Adherence in Tuberculosis Treatment: A Bibliometric Study of Research Between 2015 and 2024 to Inform Future Research Trajectory
Dove Medical Press
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July 28, 2025
Introduction Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major global health challenge, particularly in Southeast Asia.1 Caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, TB requires prolonged treatment, often spanning several months. According to the World Health...
Thailand and Cambodia agree immediate and unconditional ceasefire after Trump’s trade threat
The Independent (U.S.)
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July 28, 2025
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Beyond blame game: Thailand, Cambodia must understand their shared past
Firstpost
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July 28, 2025
The border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand that erupted on Thursday, July 24, along various locations continues to worsen as it entered its fourth day on Sunday, July 27. Each side claims the other launched fresh artillery attacks across...
The Funan Canal and Ream Naval Base: China Tightens Southern Vice Grip on Việt Nam
The Vietnamese Magazine
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August 1, 2025
Phạm Văn Luật wrote this article in Vietnamese and published it in Luat Khoa Magazine on November 2, 2024. On the surface, the Ream naval base on the Gulf of Thailand and Cambodia’s Funan Canal remain separate projects, seemingly unrelated in...
Inspiring doctor honoured for work in improving women’s health
The National Tribune
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August 1, 2025
AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen said Dr Edwards was recognised for his exceptional contributions to improving women’s health, both in Australia and globally. “Dr Edwards has shown an unwavering commitment to women’s health,” Dr McMullen said....
Thailand and Cambodia to talk peace in Malaysia after Trump’s tariff threat
The Independent
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July 28, 2025
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When maps can lead to serious conflict: Another thorn in the Thai-Cambodian border dispute — Phar Kim Beng
Malay Mail
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July 28, 2025
JULY 28 — In South-east Asia, borders are not just lines — they are living legacies of colonial cartography, shifting sovereignties, and unresolved nation-building. The latest escalation in the Thai-Cambodian conflict reveals how something as...
Cambodia Arrests Over 3,000 In Cybercrime Raids; 105 Indians Among Those Detained
Outlook India
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July 25, 2025
In total, 3,075 individuals, including 606 women, were arrested during the crackdown, according to the Khmer Times, citing the National Committee for Countering Technology Crimes (NCTC). In addition to Indian nationals, those detained include...
Thailand deploys gunboats as border conflict with Cambodia spirals
The Independent (U.S.)
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July 26, 2025
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Trump's new tariffs give some countries a break, while shares and US dollar sink
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Georgia
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For Canada and Switzerland, regret and disappointment Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said his government was disappointed by Trump's move to raise the U.S. tariff on goods from America's northern neighbor to 35% from 25%, effective Friday....
Thai-Cambodian Dispute: When Foreign Policy Begins at Home
Fulcrum
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July 28, 2025
Amid growing tensions in the Thai-Cambodian border dispute, the former is doing itself no favours as political parties manoeuvre to gain political advantages. Thailand’s political centre of gravity has shifted dramatically following the...
'Win-win' and still pushing: Reactions to Trump tariffs
Eye Witness News
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TOKYO - Some nations reacted with relief Friday after US President Donald Trump announced tariffs that in some cases were lower than threatened and delayed by a week to 7 August. But others - including Switzerland and chip powerhouse Taiwan -...