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Philippine House Voices Support For Talks With Communist Rebels
The support came a day after Vice President Sara Duterte denounced the resumption of talks with the communist NDFP.
Are Investors Becoming Disillusioned With Southeast Asia’s Tech Companies?
Most of the region's major players are yet to live up to the hype that once surrounded them.
Facing a Rigged Election, Hong Kongers Are Expected to ‘Lie Flat’
Outright calls for a boycott risk legal trouble, but Hong Kongers are not enthused about Sunday's District Council elections.
No, China Is Not Intervening in Myanmar’s Civil War
Contrary to some speculation, Beijing is not supporting the ongoing rebel offensive in Shan State.
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Facing a Rigged Election, Hong Kongers Are Expected to ‘Lie Flat’
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Philippine House Voices Support For Talks With Communist Rebels
The support came a day after Vice President Sara Duterte denounced the resumption of talks with the communist NDFP.
No, China Is Not Intervening in Myanmar’s Civil War
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Modi Juggernaut Wipes Out Congress in India’s ‘Hindi Heartland’
But for winning the southern state of Telangana, the opposition Congress performed dismally in recent state assembly elections.
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Are Investors Becoming Disillusioned With Southeast Asia’s Tech Companies?
Most of the region's major players are yet to live up to the hype that once surrounded them.
Australia, Indonesia Aim to Challenge China’s Dominance in EVs and Batteries
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New Foreign Minister Winston Peters has wasted no time overhauling New Zealand’s diplomatic direction.
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