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Thailand: Anti-govt rallies likely to intensify: police
- August 25, 2021
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No CommentsAnti-government protests in the capital could intensify in response to what the protesters have described as heavy-handed police tactics to contain them, according to the Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB). Clashes between protesters and police are
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Vietnam: U.S. VP Harris offers support to counter Beijing in the South China Sea
- August 25, 2021
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U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris met Vietnam’s top leaders on 25 Aug 21, offering support in several key areas including the enhancement of its maritime security in an effort to counter Beijing’s increasing assertiveness in
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Indonesia survey shows president’s approval hit by handling of pandemic
- August 25, 2021
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Indonesian President Joko Widodo’s approval rating has fallen to the lowest level in five years on the back of a devastating second wave of coronavirus infections, a survey released on 25 Aug 21 showed. Conducted
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Malaysia: Ismail Sabri-Harapan joint statement agrees on stronger Parliament
- August 25, 2021
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Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob and Pakatan Harapan leaders have issued a joint statement, agreeing to strengthen the parliamentary institution. In addition, the four leaders also acknowledged the importance of an independent judiciary and good
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Malaysia: Azmin poised to become DPM, according to Bersatu, Umno sources
- August 24, 2021
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A Bersatu source, who is aligned to Azmin, told Malaysiakini there was a “strong likelihood” that the Gombak MP was going to become the deputy prime minister. Three Umno sources, who are on the supreme