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Vietnam's $8.3 Billion Railway to Boost China Trade
Vietnam approved a $8.3 billion railway project linking the northern port city of Hai Phong to the Chinese border, aiming to boost bilateral trade and become a crucial part of a pan-Asia railway network; construction will begin soon.
Vietnam's $8.3 Billion Railway to Boost China Trade
Vietnam approved a $8.3 billion railway project linking the northern port city of Hai Phong to the Chinese border, aiming to boost bilateral trade and become a crucial part of a pan-Asia railway network; construction will begin soon.
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48% Bias Score
Ng Eng Hen: US Buildup Exacerbates South China Sea Tensions
Singapore's Defense Minister Ng Eng Hen's recent speeches at the Munich Security Conference and Young Leaders Roundtable offered a balanced perspective on the rising tensions in the South China Sea, attributing them to both China's actions and the significant US military buildup in the region since ...
Ng Eng Hen: US Buildup Exacerbates South China Sea Tensions
Singapore's Defense Minister Ng Eng Hen's recent speeches at the Munich Security Conference and Young Leaders Roundtable offered a balanced perspective on the rising tensions in the South China Sea, attributing them to both China's actions and the significant US military buildup in the region since ...
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48% Bias Score
Malaysia's Data Center Boom: Economic Growth vs. Resource Strain
Malaysia's Johor province is experiencing a rapid increase in data center construction, fueled by foreign investment and the global demand for AI, raising concerns about resource consumption and potential negative impacts on local businesses and the environment.
Malaysia's Data Center Boom: Economic Growth vs. Resource Strain
Malaysia's Johor province is experiencing a rapid increase in data center construction, fueled by foreign investment and the global demand for AI, raising concerns about resource consumption and potential negative impacts on local businesses and the environment.
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64% Bias Score
Southeast Asia to Renegotiate Trade Deals Amid US Reciprocal Tariff Threat
US President Donald Trump signed a memorandum to impose reciprocal tariffs on trading partners, prompting Southeast Asian nations like Thailand and Vietnam to renegotiate trade deals and diversify markets to mitigate potential negative impacts on their export-dependent economies.
Southeast Asia to Renegotiate Trade Deals Amid US Reciprocal Tariff Threat
US President Donald Trump signed a memorandum to impose reciprocal tariffs on trading partners, prompting Southeast Asian nations like Thailand and Vietnam to renegotiate trade deals and diversify markets to mitigate potential negative impacts on their export-dependent economies.
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40% Bias Score
US Tariffs Indirectly Impact Southeast Asia's Export-Dependent Economy
The US imposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, indirectly impacting Southeast Asia's export-dependent economy by potentially slowing global trade and reducing export revenues and investment. ASEAN nations are exploring diversification of trade partners to mitigate the effects.
US Tariffs Indirectly Impact Southeast Asia's Export-Dependent Economy
The US imposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, indirectly impacting Southeast Asia's export-dependent economy by potentially slowing global trade and reducing export revenues and investment. ASEAN nations are exploring diversification of trade partners to mitigate the effects.
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36% Bias Score
China Seen as Top Economic Partner for Southeast Asia
A survey of 2,028 Southeast Asians from August 19 to November 1, 2024, found China to be the most beneficial economic partner, with its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) recognized by 78% of respondents, exceeding awareness of other initiatives from Japan, the RCEP, and the US.
China Seen as Top Economic Partner for Southeast Asia
A survey of 2,028 Southeast Asians from August 19 to November 1, 2024, found China to be the most beneficial economic partner, with its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) recognized by 78% of respondents, exceeding awareness of other initiatives from Japan, the RCEP, and the US.
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40% Bias Score
China-Laos-Thailand Railway: Boosting Connectivity, But Challenges Remain
The China-Laos-Thailand railway, with its completed Kunming-Vientiane section, is boosting regional connectivity and economic growth, though challenges like noise pollution and labor shortages persist; Thailand's construction aims for 2030 completion, with a new logistics hub planned in Nong Khai.
China-Laos-Thailand Railway: Boosting Connectivity, But Challenges Remain
The China-Laos-Thailand railway, with its completed Kunming-Vientiane section, is boosting regional connectivity and economic growth, though challenges like noise pollution and labor shortages persist; Thailand's construction aims for 2030 completion, with a new logistics hub planned in Nong Khai.
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36% Bias Score
China Repatriates Citizens from Myanmar Scam Centers
China is repatriating hundreds of its citizens rescued from scam centers in Myanmar, following a joint operation with Myanmar and Thailand to shut down the centers; approximately 7,000 people await repatriation.
China Repatriates Citizens from Myanmar Scam Centers
China is repatriating hundreds of its citizens rescued from scam centers in Myanmar, following a joint operation with Myanmar and Thailand to shut down the centers; approximately 7,000 people await repatriation.
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28% Bias Score
Chinese Automakers' Strong Showing at IIMS Highlights Global Expansion
Chinese automakers showcased their vehicles at the Indonesia International Motor Show in February 2024, reporting strong sales; Wuling sold over 26,000 units, and Chery's J6 model received 3,500 orders. Dongfeng Motor Corp's EV model topped sales charts in the Netherlands in January 2024, demonstrat...
Chinese Automakers' Strong Showing at IIMS Highlights Global Expansion
Chinese automakers showcased their vehicles at the Indonesia International Motor Show in February 2024, reporting strong sales; Wuling sold over 26,000 units, and Chery's J6 model received 3,500 orders. Dongfeng Motor Corp's EV model topped sales charts in the Netherlands in January 2024, demonstrat...
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48% Bias Score
260 Trafficking Victims Repatriated from Myanmar to Thailand
Following a crackdown on scam centers in Southeast Asia, Thailand is repatriating approximately 260 people rescued from Myanmar, who represent 20 nationalities and were victims of human trafficking and forced into working in online scam centers.
260 Trafficking Victims Repatriated from Myanmar to Thailand
Following a crackdown on scam centers in Southeast Asia, Thailand is repatriating approximately 260 people rescued from Myanmar, who represent 20 nationalities and were victims of human trafficking and forced into working in online scam centers.
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48% Bias Score
Cambodia Blocks British Journalist Amid Growing Press Freedom Concerns
Cambodia's Interior Ministry blocked British journalist Gerald Flynn, a Mongabay reporter, from re-entry, citing visa irregularities; Flynn alleges this was retaliation for his investigative work on environmental issues and corruption, highlighting concerns over press freedom in the country.
Cambodia Blocks British Journalist Amid Growing Press Freedom Concerns
Cambodia's Interior Ministry blocked British journalist Gerald Flynn, a Mongabay reporter, from re-entry, citing visa irregularities; Flynn alleges this was retaliation for his investigative work on environmental issues and corruption, highlighting concerns over press freedom in the country.
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60% Bias Score
Wang Xing Kidnapping Causes Sharp Drop in Chinese Tourism to Thailand
News of actor Wang Xing's rescue from a Thai human trafficking ring caused a 15.6% drop in Chinese tourist bookings to Thailand from January 13-20, impacting other Southeast Asian countries as well, while boosting tourism to Australia, the UAE, and South Korea.
Wang Xing Kidnapping Causes Sharp Drop in Chinese Tourism to Thailand
News of actor Wang Xing's rescue from a Thai human trafficking ring caused a 15.6% drop in Chinese tourist bookings to Thailand from January 13-20, impacting other Southeast Asian countries as well, while boosting tourism to Australia, the UAE, and South Korea.
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44% Bias Score
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