China and Brunei Pledge Closer Ties with Strategic Cooperation
Chinese FM Wang Yi and Brunei’s second foreign minister vow to deepen high-level exchanges, strategic communication, and multilateral cooperation to boost China-Brunei ties.
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Renewed Border Clashes Intensify Between Thailand and Cambodia
Fresh fighting erupted on December 9 along the disputed Thailand–Cambodia border, marking the fiercest clashes since July’s ceasefire and raising fears for civilian safety.
Thailand Deploys Fighter Jets After Deadly Border Clash with Cambodia
On Dec 8, 2025, Thailand deployed fighter jets after deadly clashes with Cambodia at the Chong Bok border area, as both sides accuse each other and ASEAN monitors the situation.
King of Thailand’s Historic Visit as China-Thailand Trade Hits Record Growth
This week marks King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s first state visit to China since diplomatic ties began, as bilateral trade hit $133.98B in 2024, up 6.1%. Explore a decade of growth.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang Urges Fast-Track RCEP Expansion
At the 5th RCEP Leaders’ Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, the Chinese premier urged faster RCEP expansion and backing new applicants like Hong Kong to boost regional trade.
Timor-Leste Joins ASEAN as 11th Member
Timor-Leste has officially joined ASEAN as its 11th member at the 47th Summit in Kuala Lumpur, marking a new chapter for Southeast Asia.
CAEXPO 2025: China and ASEAN Unite for AI-Driven Growth and Sustainability
At CAEXPO 2025 in Nanning, China and ASEAN focus on AI, digital and green economies, and deeper trade ties for regional prosperity.
China-ASEAN Trade Tops 16 Years, 22nd Expo Set for 2025
China has led trade with ASEAN for 16 years, and ASEAN has been the Chinese mainland’s top partner for five years. The 22nd China-ASEAN Expo is Sept 17-21, 2025 in Nanning.
Anwar Ibrahim Backs Xi’s Global Governance Initiative & Details Malaysia’s China’s Strategy
Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim praises Xi’s Global Governance Initiative, calls for equal multilateralism, and outlines Malaysia’s China strategy in transport and green energy.
Chinese mainland Trade Climbs 3.5% to ¥29.6T in First Eight Months
In the first eight months, the Chinese mainland’s foreign trade rose 3.5% to 29.57 trillion yuan, led by ASEAN partnerships and booming high-tech exports.