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Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong (left) meets Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Beijing on Monday. Photo: Handout
China-Asean relations

China looks to Singapore to help secure supply chains from US trade war turmoil

In talks with city state’s prime minister, Chinese premier says both countries must uphold ‘true multilateralism’.

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The Philippines

Ex-Philippine lawmaker’s arrest in East Timor seen as linked to Asean membership

Asean

Malaysia’s Anwar urges Asean not to ‘sacrifice’ member states over US tariffs

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Australia

Southeast Asia’s poorest nation ‘holding off’ Chinese interest in huge gas field

East Timor would prefer to work with Australia and Japan over Chinese firms that have expressed interest in the field, its president said.

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An aerial view of East Timor’s capital, Dili. Photo: Shutterstock
Indonesia

Indonesia’s Prabowo unveils ‘fat cabinet’ – will it lead to red tape?

President Prabowo Subianto says his cabinet of 48 ministries, which has 109 members, is representative of people across Indonesia.

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Diplomacy

‘It’s the Chinese helping us’: Asia’s youngest nation defends its China ties

In an interview, East Timor’s president questions why the West wants his country to ‘do the opposite’ of the ‘whole international community’.

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The Philippines

Are Pogos in the Philippines evading ban by ‘rebranding’ through corruption?

A Philippine senator has warned that Pogos might be looking to diversify into other businesses in the country, such as call centres.

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Pope Francis

‘I am so happy’: Pope’s East Timor mass draws 600,000, nearly half the nation

Pope Francis’ visit to East Timor drew a record-breaking crowd, highlighting the significance of the pontiff’s visit for the nation’s history and future.

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Indonesia

Video | Pope praises Indonesians for choosing children over pets

Asia

Video | Indonesian Catholics in tears as pope visits Jakarta

Pope Francis arrives in Indonesia at start of 12-day Asia-Pacific tour
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My Take

My Take | The revenge of (rich and powerful) families of democracy

In a year full of elections, clan-dominated politics has shown the innate authoritarian streak in many democracies.

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Presidential candidate Prabowo Subianto, right, celebrates with his running mate Gibran Rakabuming Raka on February 14, 2024. Photo: AP
Australia

Australia pledges aid to East Timor in bid to boost diplomatic ties in region

Canberra pledged A$35 million (US$23 million) for East Timor’s policing services and A$4 million to help Timorese workers integrate in Australia, as part of its commitment to boost ties in the Pacific region amid China’s growing influence.

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US-China relations

US and Australia announce agreement to work with Japan on defence technology

At a joint briefing with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, US President Joe Biden is ‘confident’ Congress will pass funding for Aukus subs and that the alliance is an ‘anchor’ to peace and prosperity in the region.

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China-Middle East relations

Chinese leader calls for lifting of ‘illegal’ sanctions on Syria

Assad is in Hangzhou for the opening of the event as part of his first visit to China since the start of the Syrian civil war.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomes Syria’s President Bashar al-Assad to a welcoming banquet, ahead of the opening ceremony of the Asian Games in Hangzhou. Photo: Reuters
Asian Games 2023

India, Australia, Koreans learn fate in World Cup and Asian Games football draws

Japan v North Korea and China v South Korea in men’s World Cup qualifiers, while Asian Games throws up China v India for men and pits Hong Kong against Women’s World Cup sides South Korea and Philippines.

An aerial view of Yellow Dragon Sports Centre Stadium in Hangzhou, a venue of the 19th Asian Games. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong skygazers gather for live steam of once-in-decade ‘hybrid eclipse’

Hong Kong Space Museum broadcasts live footage of hybrid eclipse so locals can get better view as clouds obscure visibility.

Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Hong Kong’s women handed ‘tough group’ for Paris Olympics football qualifiers

Hong Kong placed in Group E alongside the Philippines, Pakistan and Tajikistan.

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Indonesia

East Timor hopes Indonesia’s Jokowi will aid ‘symbolic’ Asean entry in 2023

East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta met with Indonesia’s leader this week to boost trade ties and reiterated his hopes for the country’s inclusion into Asean. Indonesia is next year’s chair of the regional bloc.

East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta shakes hands with Indonesian Pesident Joko Widodo in Bogor, Indonesia. Photo: Reuters
My Take

My Take | East Timor’s tilt towards China exposes the West’s shameful history

Given the brutal politics of the Cold War and Australia’s economic exploitation of its resources, it makes sense that the island nation wants closer relations with Beijing to serve as a counterweight.

Diplomacy

East Timor isn’t ‘taking sides’ but it wants China’s help, says president

Jose Ramos-Horta says his country wants to maintain an equal distance from all major powers while keeping the door open to trade and investment. Analysts say it’s going to be a tough balancing act.

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China-Australia relations

East Timor deals cap Chinese foreign minister’s 10-day Pacific blitz

Two countries sign range of economic agreements while Dili tries to balance its relationship with major powers.

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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi (left) greets East Timorese Foreign Minister Adaljiza Magno during a stop in Dili, East Timor, on Friday. Photo: EPA-EFE
Asia elections

Ramos-Horta sworn in as East Timor leader, pledges stronger China ties

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Jose Ramos-Horta pledged to dedicate his time in office to strengthen national unity in Asia’s youngest country.

East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta. Photo: EPA-EFE
Asia elections

East Timor votes for president in run-off amid political feud

Jose Ramos-Horta, the clear front runner is up against incumbent president Francisco “Lu Olo” Guterres in a vote seen as key to the nation’s political stability.

Coronavirus pandemic

Coronavirus cases up 50 per cent, deaths stable: WHO

Globally, there were 15 million new Covid-19 cases last week and more than 43,000 deaths; Southeast Asia reported a 400 per cent rise, while Africa saw an 11 per cent drop.

Natural disasters

Video | Deadly floods in Indonesia and East Timor

Flash floods and landslides kill more than 40 people in Indonesia and East Timor
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