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How will the EU elections impact Southeast Asia?

June 14, 2024 11:55 am

A weak showing for green and left-wing parties and surges by the far-right could see the EU adopt a more protectionist and less environmentally-focused foreign policy.

EU move to ban forced labour goods poses a test for Southeast Asia

April 05, 2023 9:26 am

The proposed legislation is causing consternation in Southeast Asia where local businesses are currently having to adapt to the EU regulations on the environment and sustainability.

Explained: What a child's tooth tells us about our ancient cousins

May 19, 2022 3:12 pm

In a cave in Laos, a tooth that likely belonged to a Denisovan girl from 1,60,000 - 1,30,000 years ago. Little is known of Denisovans; the find sheds new light on their habitat, adaptability and interbreeding with the ancestors of modern humans.

After years of Chinese influence, US tries to renew ties in Southeast Asia

July 28, 2021 11:08 am

Speaking at a lecture in Singapore organized by the International Institute for Strategic Studies, a British think tank, Austin said, “I’ve come to Southeast Asia to deepen America’s bonds with the allies and partners on whom our common security depends.”

US envoy accuses China of insincerity toward Southeast Asia

September 15, 2020 6:13 pm

US Assistant Secretary of State David Stilwell said Washington has encouraged the affected countries - Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar and Laos - to hold China accountable.

Ethical wildlife attractions that you can visit in Southeast Asia

October 15, 2019 6:05 pm

Wild animals are best enjoyed in the wild, where, in the comfort of their natural habitats, you see them blossom as healthy, spirited creatures.

India signs FTA in services, investments with Asean

September 09, 2014 1:30 am

Philippines had earlier raised concerns that opening up of the services sector may have an adverse impact on its own services industry given India’s strength in the same.

The eastern imperative

August 13, 2014 2:34 am

Delhi must abandon its stance of passivity, engage more vigorously with Asean.

20-25 per cent more foreign students in city schools this year

September 15, 2011 12:40 am

Over the past two years,a number of schools in the city have been recording an increase in the inflow of foreign students with more than 80 per cent of the students coming in from South-East Asian nations.

And never the twain?

October 14, 2010 3:53 am

Asians and Europeans both beat up the European Union for its failures in Asia. Give Brussels a break

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