The Thai PM stressed that the global situation can change overnight; therefore, authorities must continue to closely monitor developments and manage energy issues with discipline and caution.
Indonesia has deployed a specialised patrol force to strengthen oversight of foreign visitors on the resort island of Bali, as a surge in international arrivals brings growing challenges for local authorities.
The fearsome reptiles, which can grow to three metres in length and weigh up to 90 kg, are threatened by human activity and climate change destroying their habitat.
Major outlets including China Central Television, Xinhua News Agency, People's Daily and China Daily on April 15 prominently reported on the high-level engagements, highlighting their significance for bilateral relations.
TAT estimated that around 500,000 foreign tourists visited Thailand during the April 11–15 period, generating about 8.1 billion THB, a 2% year-on-year increase. Domestic travel is projected at 5.96 million trips, up 7%, contributing about 22.25 billion THB, an annual rise of 8%.
Amid intensifying US–China rivalry and deepening technological fragmentation, ASEAN and Japan have strong potential to collaborate in developing more inclusive and comprehensive artificial intelligence (AI) models, according to an article published on fulcrum.sg on April 14.
President Prabowo Subianto said that Indonesia views France as a key strategic partner in Europe for advancing broader and more sustainable bilateral cooperation.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke said on April 14 the package includes airfare discounts during holiday periods and financial assistance for airlines to help maintain connectivity.
At the regional level, the President backed the implementation of the ASEAN Petroleum Security Agreement (APSA), which provides mechanisms for coordinated emergency response and fuel sharing among member states.
At the summit, Japan announced a new initiative to support AZEC member countries through low-interest loans for the procurement of crude oil, refined fuel and essential goods, alongside broader fiscal support measures.
Nokor Sangkranta 2026, organised for the first time by the UYFC during the traditional New Year festival of Cambodia, aims to promote and preserve the nation’s cultural identity and traditional customs while boosting tourism, and attracting both domestic and international visitors.
Senior diplomats emphasised the need to maintain intra-ASEAN trade and investment flows while strengthening supply chain connectivity.
Rohin Agarwal, Regional Director for ASEAN and Oceania at the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), noted that sectors within the digital economy such as information technology, financial technology (fintech), and agricultural technology (agritech) are also seen as having strong cooperation potential.
In the time to come, Vietnam will continue to enhance its regulatory and technical capacity, focusing on safety assessment, inspection and oversight, as well as developing human resources and deploying a strategy for radioactive waste management.
Vietnam’s increasing engagement in global affairs will bolster its image as a rising middle power ready to contribute more actively to international peace efforts. A notable example is Vietnam’s participation in United Nations peacekeeping missions in Africa over the past decade, reflecting its willingness to take on greater global responsibilities.
According to the Indonesian government data, total LCT transaction value reached 8.45 billion USD in January and February, a sharp increase from 3.21 billion USD in the same period last year. User participation has also risen significantly, surpassing 14,600 by February, with monthly averages exceeding 16,000, well above 2025 levels.
The latest funding forms part of the government’s broader PowerUp10K campaign, a year-long initiative aimed at strengthening SMEs at different stages of growth. Under the programme, the ministry is targeting total disbursements of up to 15 billion MYR in low-cost financing, higher than the previously allocated 10 billion MYR.
Indonesia’s palm oil industry is a major pillar of the national economy, with more than 16 million hectares under cultivation and crude palm oil (CPO) output reaching 51.66 million tonnes in 2025. This scale has helped the country maintain its position as one of the world’s largest producers and exporters of palm oil.
According to the Semeru Volcano Observation Agency, the first eruption occurred at 5:22 am, registering a maximum seismic amplitude of 20 mm and lasting 3 minutes and 23 seconds. The eruption produced an ash column rising about 1,500 m above the crater, reaching approximately 5,176 m above sea level.
From the traditional friendship of "both comrades and brothers" to the contemporary positioning of "the community with a shared future that carries strategic significance," Vietnam-China relations are standing at a new historical starting point, with expectations of opening a new chapter that delivers tangible benefits to both peoples and contributes positively to regional and global development.
