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Plastic treaty faces hurdles as Russia, Saudi Arabia mire negotiations. Campaigners want an international agreement to limit the production and supply of plastics.
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‘Shameful’: Ban on journalist during PNG visit by Indonesia’s …
Aug 22, 2024 · Papua New Guinea’s media council has condemned as “concerning” and “shameful” the exclusion of a BenarNews journalist from media events during a visit by Indonesia’s President-elect to the capital Port Moresby on Wednesday.
Rebels killed, residents displaced in southern Philippines ahead of ...
Mar 11, 2024 · Then-Lt. Gen. Alfredo Rosario Jr. (left), commander of the Western Mindanao Command, inspects a .50-caliber Browning machine gun, which was among 45 firearms seized by army troops from Muslim militants in Marawi City, southern Philippines, March 3, 2022.
Malaysia — BenarNews
Malaysia must crack down on crime syndicates taking billions from citizens. The government has been on the frontline against scammers, but fundamental improvements are needed.
Philippines — BenarNews
Duterte drug-war admissions have pros and cons for his political future, observers say. But the former leader’s statements – made under oath in Congress – have also bolstered probes against him, analysts add.
Indonesia — BenarNews
Environmentalists, critics question Indonesia’s ‘green’ ambitions amid economic priorities. Skepticism remains over Jakarta’s commitment to environmental sustainability, genuine climate action.
Pacific leaders to meet after China’s ‘concerning’ ICBM missile test
Sep 26, 2024 · Spectators wave Chinese flags as military vehicles carrying DF-41 nuclear ballistic missiles roll by during a parade to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the founding of Communist China in Beijing on Oct. 1, 2019.
Thailand — BenarNews
Thailand to grant citizenship to nearly 500,000 people. The aim is to improve national security and support the economy, officials said.
4 Southeast Asian nations join BRICS group led by Russia, China
Oct 25, 2024 · Anwar Ibrahim, Malaysia’s prime minister, had telegraphed his intention for Kuala Lumpur to join BRICS. In September, Anwar announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin had personally invited officials to attend the summit in Kazan, calling it a “clear testament to the importance Russia places on Malaysia.” While hosting Chinese Premier Li Qiang three months earlier, Anwar said BRICS ...