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Goa CM Pramod Sawant says foreign tourist arrivals will return to pre-COVID levels within a year

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:09:47 GMT

Panaji (Goa) [India], October 10 (ANI): Following the disruption caused to tourism worldwide by the COVID-19 pandemic, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Saturday said foreign tourist arrivals in the state were expected to return to pre-COVID levels within a year, while highlighting the government's focus on high-end tourism, infrastructure development, tourist safety and improved transport facilities.

In an int

CAMBODIA-PHNOM PENH-ANCESTOR'S DAY

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 08:45:40 GMT

(261010) -- PHNOM PENH, Oct. 10, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People offer steamed rice to honor their ancestors during the Pchum Ben festival in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Oct. 10, 2026. Cambodia on Saturday started to observe its traditional three-day Pchum Ben holiday, also known as Ancestor's Day, running from Oct. 10 to 12. (Photo by Sovannara/Xinhua)

"Far more than necessary to win": Trump again takes credit for India-Pakistan ceasefire in Nobel Prize claim

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 06:31:57 GMT

Washington DC [US], October 10 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) again cited the India-Pakistan conflict among eight wars he claimed to have settled, asserting that his role in resolving the conflict alone was "far more than necessary to win the Nobel Prize".

In a post on Truth Social criticising the Norwegian Nobel Committee for awarding the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize to Indian-origin South Afr

"I should have won 8 Nobel Peace Prizes": Trump slams Nobel Committee for awarding Navi Pillay

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 05:33:31 GMT

Washington DC [US], October 10 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Saturday criticised the Norwegian Nobel Committee for awarding the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize to Indian-origin South African jurist Navi Pillay, claiming that he deserved the honour for his role in resolving conflicts across the world.

In a lengthy post on Truth Social on Friday (local time), Trump questioned Pillay's credentials and accused her

Finance Minister Guides Press Through QSNCC Ahead of 2026 IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings, Reaffirming Thailand's Readiness on All Fronts

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 05:33:06 GMT

PRNewswire

Bangkok [Thailand], October 10: The Ministry of Finance of Thailand and the Bank of Thailand are involved in preparations for the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group-an event, given its scale, often dubbed the 'Olympics of Finance.'

The preparation team, headed by Dr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, alongside Dr. V

Delhi: Customs at IGI Airportseize marijuana worth Rs 4.5 crore; passenger arrested

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 04:00:23 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 10 (ANI): The Delhi Customs (Airport & General) at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport intercepted an Indian passenger arriving from Bangkok and seized over 12.8 kg of high-grade suspected marijuana valued at approximately Rs 4.5 crore.

In an X post, the Delhi Customs (Airport & General) said that the interception took place at Terminal-3 on Tuesday. According to Delhi

Thai actor Fourth Nattawat apologises to Indian fans after backlash over controversial TV show segment

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 03:59:10 GMT

Bangkok [Thailand], October 10 (ANI): Thai actor Fourth Nattawat has apologised to Indian fans after a game-show segment in which he used exaggerated movements to portray a "Bollywood Hero" drew heavy backlash on social media.

His co-star Gemini Norawit, who was seen laughing during the game, also faced backlash and later issued an apology.

Nattawat shared a statement on X, clarifying that he had no i

CAMBODIA-PHNOM PENH-HUN MANET-LE MINH HUNG-PM-SIGNING CEREMONY

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:45:35 GMT

(261009) -- PHNOM PENH, Oct. 9, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet (R) and visiting Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung (L) witness a signing ceremony in Phnom Penh, Cambodia on Oct. 9, 2026.

Cambodia and Vietnam signed a series of bilateral cooperation pacts on Friday to expand ties in trade, public security, drug enforcement, and education, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said. (Photo by

UAE to participate in World Bank Group and IMF Annual Meetings in Bangkok

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:57:41 GMT

ABU DHABI, 9th October, 2026 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates will participate in the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG), taking place in Bangkok, Thailand, from 12 to 18 October, with Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, leading the Ministry of Finance delegation.

The UAE's participation reaffirms its continued commitment to

Afghan Post upgrades services, connects Afghans with world

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:15:30 GMT

KABUL, Oct. 9 (Xinhua) -- Waiting for his turn to deliver several newly issued passports to their owners in Sara-e-Shamali and Khair Khana neighborhoods in northern Kabul, postman Zakihullah said he was happy to serve people through his work.

"I deliver passports to the recipients at the gates of their homes. It takes a maximum of one hour to make a delivery. Otherwise, it takes only 10 to 15 minutes to hand over

India, ASEAN push to expedite pending chapters in trade pact review, next meeting in January

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:42:45 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 9 (ANI): India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have agreed to expedite pending chapters under the review of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA), setting time-bound deliverables to accelerate negotiations and modernise the trade pact.

The decision was taken at the 15th meeting of the AITIGA Joint Committee, held in Jakarta, Indonesia, from October 6 t

Reliving the Long March, 90 years on

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:15:43 GMT

GUIYANG, Oct. 9 (Xinhua) -- As firelight flickers across the walls and gunfire breaks the darkness, figures emerge from the smoke and move through the audience. These holographic images inside a theater recreate a battlefield from 90 years ago.

The spectators do not simply watch. They walk with the performers, finding themselves surrounded by scenes of retreat, pursuit and survival.

Through holographic proj

US Trafficking Report acknowledges India's efforts; highlights repatriation of over 6,700 Indians from scam centres

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:31:58 GMT

Washington DC [US], October 9 (ANI): The United States' 2026 Trafficking in Persons Report has acknowledged India's increasing efforts to combat human trafficking, highlighting the repatriation of 6,720 Indian nationals exploited in online scam operations in Southeast Asia, alongside measures to strengthen enforcement, improve victim protection and use technology to identify trafficking risks.

The report released

PV Sindhu storms into Arctic Open QFs with straight-games win

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 23:49:36 GMT

Vantaa [Finland], October 8 (ANI): Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu stormed into the women's singles quarter-finals of the Arctic Open 2026 after a comfortable straight-games victory over Japan's Riko Gunji in Vantaa, Finland, on Thursday.

The sixth-seeded Sindhu, competing at the BWF Super 500 event, defeated Gunji 21-15, 21-15 in 49 minutes to book her place in the last eight. She will next face top seed an

Air India, Air India Express revise fuel surcharges; Akasa Air introduces levy amid rising ATF prices

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:45:19 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 8 (ANI): Air India and Air India Express have revised fuel surcharges on domestic and international one-way flights amid rising aviation fuel prices, with the revised charges coming into effect from October 9.

For domestic flights, the airlines will levy a fuel surcharge of Rs 400 for sectors covering 0-500 km, Rs 600 for 501-1,000 km, Rs 850 for 1,001-1,500 km, and Rs 1,200 for 1,501-2

VinFast India Signs Letters of Intent with First 50+ E-Motorcycle Dealers, Expanding Network To 15 States And 34 Cities

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:50:43 GMT

NewsVoir

Hai Phong [Vietnam], October 8: VinFast officially signs Letters of Intent (LOIs) with its first 50+ e-motorcycle dealer partners across 15 states and territories in India. The milestone marks an important step in VinFast's strategy to expand its distribution network, strengthen its position and reinforce the appeal of the Vietnamese brand in one of the world's largest two-wheeler markets.

UAE, Thailand conclude CEPA negotiations, opening new horizons for trade, investment

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:54:13 GMT

BANGKOK, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Thailand have successfully concluded negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations and paving the way for a new phase of trade and investment cooperation between two of the most dynamic economies in their respective regions.

The conclusion of negotiations

The Mobile Premiere 2026 to Spotlight Indian Game Developers on a Global Stage with KRAFTON India's KIGI Indie Excellence Honors

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:59:56 GMT

VMPL

New Delhi [India], October 8: GamingonPhone has officially announced The Mobile Premiere, the world's first and only showcase dedicated exclusively to mobile games, taking place alongside 6th GamingonPhone Awards on October 28, 2026. Ahead of its inaugural edition, KRAFTON India has joined The Mobile Premiere 2026 as the official partner for the Indie Segment, backing a dedicated initiative focused on accele

Cleartrip Brings India's Biggest Travel Festival: The Big Billion Days 2026 with Deals Across Flights, Hotels, Trains, Buses and Holiday Packages

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 06:37:06 GMT

VMPL

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 8: Cleartrip, a Flipkart company, today announced one of India's biggest travel festivals with a range of travel offers as part of the Big Billion Days (BBD) 2026. The offers span flights, hotels, buses, trains and holiday packages, with limited inventory deals, select fares, bank discounts and loyalty benefits available during the sale. Cleartrip's "India's Biggest Tra

Man posing as IAF officer apprehended in Secunderabad, case registered: Police

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 06:36:44 GMT

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 8 (ANI): A man claiming to be an Indian Air Force officer was apprehended near Parade Ground in Secunderabad, police said.

According to Begumpet Police, 'A man claiming to be an Indian Air Force officer was apprehended near Parade Ground, Secunderabad, on October 7 (Wednesday) at around 1:45 pm. He has been identified as Nitesh Kumar Pal, originally from Bihar and currently

SMU School of Accountancy launches Applied AI Track for next generation of accounting and finance professionals

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:32:10 GMT

PRNewswire

Singapore, October 7: The accountant of the future may spend less time checking documents and more time checking what artificial intelligence has done with them.

AI is already being used in accounting and finance to review documents, analyse financial information, identify anomalies and support audit work. But as more of this work is performed or assisted by AI, professionals still have to decide

Epstein whistleblowers suicide triggers calls for probe

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 03:25:24 GMT

Simon Andriesz had exposed previously undisclosed links between Jeffrey Epstein and US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick

The sudden death of a British whistleblower who helped expose previously undisclosed links between Jeffrey Epstein and US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has triggered calls for an independent investigation into how he was treated by UK regulators.

Simon Andriesz, a 57-

Epstein whistleblowers abrupt suicide triggers calls for probe

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 03:25:24 GMT

Simon Andriesz had exposed previously undisclosed links between Jeffrey Epstein and US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick

Simon Andriesz, a 57-

CBUAE organises annual UAE banks reception in Bangkok with participation of more than 26 entities

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:30:07 GMT

ABU DHABI, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) -- Reflecting the UAE's strategic position in the international financial system, the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and the UAE Banks Federation (UBF), will organise the "Annual UAE Banks Reception 2026" in Bangkok, Thailand, on 15th October 2026.

The reception will serve as a global gathering held on the sidelines of the Annual M

US trade deficit widens to USD 105.6 billion in August as imports jump; deficit with India at USD 6.2 billion

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:16:23 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 6 (ANI): The US goods and services trade deficit widened sharply to USD 105.6 billion in August, rising USD 12.7 billion from a revised USD 92.8 billion in July, as a stronger increase in imports more than offset the rise in exports, according to data released by the US Census Bureau and Bureau of Economic Analysis on Tuesday.

August imports rose 4.3 per cent to USD 420.8 billion, while

THAILAND-BANGKOK-FLOOD

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:17:41 GMT

(261006) -- BANGKOK, Oct. 6, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Local residents ride motorcycles through floodwater in Bangkok, Thailand on Oct. 6, 2026. Floods across Thailand have killed 31 people and affected about 4.14 million others since Sept. 16, authorities said on Monday. (Xinhua/Rachen Sageamsak)

Praxis Global Alliance and EvolutionX Debt Capital Launch Growth Credit Report at SVCA Annual Gala in Singapore

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:41:46 GMT

VMPL

New Delhi [India], October 6: Praxis Global Alliance and EvolutionX Debt Capital have launched their joint report, "Growth Credit: From Alternative to Essential," at the SVCA Annual Gala & Awards Dinner in Singapore on September 30, 2026. The report was unveiled by Rahul Shah, Partner & Head, EvolutionX Debt Capital, at the event.

The report examines the evolution of Growth Credit across India,

Xinhua Headlines: Brewing new trails, Yunnan coffee carries Chinese aroma across Asia-Pacific

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:45:39 GMT

* Yunnan sits on the northern fringe of the global coffee-growing "bean belt," the equatorial zone between the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn. For centuries, its rolling highlands were known as China's tea heartland. Over the past two decades, steady investment, improved farming techniques and booming domestic consumption have nurtured a thriving home-grown coffee industry.

* Cross-borde

Udaipur Palace Weddings Become Unaffordable Even for HNIs During Peak Season: WeddingSutra Luxury Survey 2026

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:58:10 GMT

BusinessWire India
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 6: WeddingSutra today released findings from its

What counts as security? Takaichi's foreign policy through peace-oriented and alternative media and analysis

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 09:35:52 GMT

The first article ended with a question: "What is missing from this map?" After looking at Takaichi's foreign policy from six vantage points - the United States, Europe, Australia, South Korea

Frances seafood problem starts elsewhere

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:01:11 GMT

On March 6, 2024, Pascal Goumain, the president of Saumon de France, was presenting his companys salmon pens in Cherbourg as part of Francesfoodfuture. In an interview, Goumain described plans to adapt the farm toclimate changeand pointed to official backing for expansion. The French Ministry ofAgricultureset an objective to farm 20,000 tonnes of salmon in France by 2030, Goumain said. The promise of fish farming, he a

Missing Lao Critic in Thailand Feared 'Disappeared'

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 07:24:48 GMT

Three weeks ago, 26-year-old Lao activist Khieo Lapchanh, an asylum seeker in Thailand, vanished in Samut Sakhon province following his shift at the restaurant where he worked.

Khieo's disappearance in the early hours of September 15 came one day before his first interview with the United Nations

Which Way Is Peace

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 02:15:28 GMT

Remarks in Baltimore on October 3, 2026, at event withWar Is Still A Lie
Thank you to Ronda Cooperstein and the local chapter of World BEYOND War for setting this event up.
I recently read a big stack of books on the decline and elimination of dueling. There were thousands of factors, many of them beyond anyones easy control, but key among them was cultural change, was bringing people to find greater humili

Cambodia, Vietnam aim for 20 bln USD in bilateral trade

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 11:45:36 GMT

PHNOM PENH, Oct. 10 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia and Vietnam have vowed to boost their annual two-way trade volume to 20 billion U.S. dollars in the coming years, according to a press release from Cambodia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on Saturday.
The announcement followed the conclusion of a two-day official visit to Cambodia by Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung.
During his ti

Cambodia celebrates traditional Pchum Ben festival

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 08:15:13 GMT

PHNOM PENH, Oct. 10 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia on Saturday started to observe its traditional three-day Pchum Ben holiday, also known as Ancestor's Day, running from Oct. 10 to 12.
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said that Pchum Ben is a deeply rooted tradition celebrated annually since ancient times.
"As we observe this traditional festival, I wish all families and loved ones a safe journey to your hometown

China beats Thailand to reach badminton world junior team championships final

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 01:48:36 GMT

CAIRO, Oct. 10 (Xinhua) -- China defeated Thailand 2-0 in the semifinals of the Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Junior Team Championships in Cairo on Friday evening, setting up a title clash with Malaysia on Saturday.
The Chinese team overcame an early deficit to secure victory at the Cairo Stadium Indoor Halls Complex, winning two straight sets under the tournament's relay scoring format, in which player

Shi takes early lead at Women's China Open

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:46:13 GMT

SHANGHAI, Oct. 9 (Xinhua) -- A birdie on her final hole proved the difference for Shi Yuli on Friday, as the Beijing veteran carded a four-under 68 to take a one-stroke lead during first-round play of the 17th edition of the Women's China Open.
Playing on the links-style Yangtze Dunes layout at PGA Anying Golf Club on Shanghai's Chongming Island, veterans Cai Danlin and Sui Xiang were one shot back at the RMB1 m

Thailand, Timor-Leste to open talks on rice trade deal, push for direct flights

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:45:18 GMT

BANGKOK, Oct. 9 (Xinhua) -- Thailand and Timor-Leste agreed on Friday to begin negotiating a rice trade agreement and to push for direct flights between the two countries as their prime ministers pledged closer cooperation on food security and tackling online scams.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his Timor-Leste counterpart, Xanana Gusmao, who is on a two-day official visit to Bangkok, said in a joi

Thailand reaffirms readiness for IMF, World Bank annual meetings

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:45:13 GMT

BANGKOK, Oct. 9 (Xinhua) -- Thailand has finished preparing for next week's annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas said on Friday during a press tour of the venue.
The meetings run from Oct. 12 to 18 at Bangkok's Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, where more than 15,000 policymakers, economists, offici

Cambodia, Vietnam sign pacts to boost bilateral cooperation

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:45:08 GMT

PHNOM PENH, Oct. 9 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia and Vietnam signed a series of bilateral cooperation pacts on Friday to expand ties in trade, public security, drug enforcement, and education, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said.
The signing ceremony took place at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh following official talks between Hun Manet and visiting Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung.
According to updates

Laos aims for 30 pct EV adoption by 2030

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:45:17 GMT

VIENTIANE, Oct. 9 (Xinhua) -- The Lao government aims to have electric vehicles (EVs) account for at least 30 percent of vehicles by 2030, as part of efforts to strengthen economic stability, reduce fuel import costs and make greater use of domestic electricity resources.
Laos imported 37,475 vehicles in the first eight months of 2026, including 8,330 fully electric vehicles, up 107 percent year on year, and 2,8

Khaled Mohamed Balama heads CBUAE delegation at Annual Meetings of IMF, World Bank Group in Bangkok

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:10:22 GMT

ABU DHABI, 9th October, 2026 (WAM) -- Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) and UAE Governor to the IMF, will lead the CBUAE delegation participating in the 2026 Annual Meetings of the IMF and World Bank Group, scheduled to take place in Bangkok, Thailand, from 12th to 18th October 2026.
The meetings will bring together financial and economic policymakers from around the world. T

Khaled Balama heads CBUAE delegation at Annual Meetings of IMF, World Bank Group in Bangkok

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:10:22 GMT

ABU DHABI, 9th October, 2026 (WAM) -- Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) and UAE Governor to the IMF, will lead the CBUAE delegation participating in the 2026 Annual Meetings of the IMF and World Bank Group, scheduled to take place in Bangkok, Thailand, from 12th to 18th October 2026.
The meetings will bring together financial and economic policymakers from around the world. T

Laos steps up efforts to address labor shortages

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 09:45:13 GMT

VIENTIANE, Oct. 9 (Xinhua) -- Laos is stepping up efforts to address labor shortages.
Speaking at the second ordinary session of the 10th National Assembly, Lao Minister of Labor and Social Welfare Phoxay Sayasone outlined key measures to expand employment opportunities and address labor shortages, according to a ministry report issued on Thursday.
Measures include reserving certain occupations for local

Cambodia's oil, gas import costs jump nearly 54 pct in first 9 months

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:45:25 GMT

PHNOM PENH, Oct. 9 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia's total imports of diesel fuel, gasoline, and combustion gas reached 2.82 billion U.S. dollars in the first nine months of 2026, marking a 53.8 percent surge from 1.84 billion dollars during the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Commerce on Friday.
A breakdown of the data shows the kingdom spent 1.47 billion dollars on diesel fuel from January to Septembe

Laos aims to strengthen postal connectivity

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:45:12 GMT

VIENTIANE, Oct. 9 (Xinhua) -- Laos' Ministry of Technology and Communications has outlined strategic priorities for developing the Lao postal sector from 2026 to 2030, focusing on regional connectivity, digital infrastructure, and improved access to services in rural and remote areas.
In his statement marking World Post Day, Lao Minister of Technology and Communications Santisouk Simmalavong highlighted the impo

Feature: Reliving the Long March, 90 years on

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:15:34 GMT

GUIYANG, Oct. 9 (Xinhua) -- As firelight flickers across the walls and gunfire breaks the darkness, figures emerge from the smoke and move through the audience. These holographic images inside a theater recreate a battlefield from 90 years ago.
The spectators do not simply watch. They walk with the performers, finding themselves surrounded by scenes of retreat, pursuit and survival.
Through holographic pr

What we talk about when we talk about US strategic 'credibility' - from Vietnam to Iran

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:03:10 GMT

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Cambodia's garment-related exports rise 7.7 pct to over 13 bln USD in Jan-Sept

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:15:13 GMT

PHNOM PENH, Oct. 9 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia's exports of garments, textiles, footwear, and travel products reached 13.15 billion U.S. dollars in the first nine months of 2026, marking a 7.7 percent increase year-on-year, according to an official report released Friday.
The Ministry of Commerce report detailed that during the January-September period, garment exports accounted for the bulk of the trade at 9.23 billio

Vietnam's 14th party central committee concludes 4th plenum

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:15:57 GMT

HANOI, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) -- The 14th Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee (CPVCC) concluded its fourth plenum in Hanoi on Thursday, adopting new regulations encouraging Party members to engage in investment and business activities, the Vietnam News Agency reported.
Under the new policy, the CPVCC agreed to shift its approach to Party members' participation in investment and business activities from "permit

China-Laos Railway's foreign trade value tops 100 billion yuan

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:17:51 GMT

KUNMING, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) -- The China-Laos Railway has handled over 20.77 million tonnes of import and export goods worth more than 100.4 billion yuan (about 14.9 billion U.S. dollars) since it began operation in 2021, Kunming Customs in southwest China said on Thursday.
The railway, which has operated over 25,000 international freight trains, has seen its annual import and export cargo volume grow by more than

Thai opposition files no-confidence motion against PM, 17 ministers

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:45:08 GMT

BANGKOK, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's opposition parties filed a formal no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and 17 cabinet ministers on Thursday, accusing the administration of monopolizing state power and undermining democratic institutions.
Led by People's Party leader and leader of the opposition, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, the bloc submitted the seven-page censure motion, signed

Thailand's consumer confidence slips in September on floods, costs

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:15:15 GMT

BANGKOK, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's consumer confidence dropped for the first time in four months in September, weighed down by domestic floods and higher fuel prices amid elevated living costs and geopolitical uncertainty, a survey showed on Thursday.
According to a survey of 2,242 respondents conducted by the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, the consumer confidence index slipped to 52.1 last mont

Feature: Afghan Post upgrades services, connects Afghans with world

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:45:38 GMT

KABUL, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) -- Waiting for his turn to deliver several newly issued passports to their owners in Sara-e-Shamali and Khair Khana neighborhoods in northern Kabul, postman Zakihullah said he was happy to serve people through his work.
"I deliver passports to the recipients at the gates of their homes. It takes a maximum of one hour to make a delivery. Otherwise, it takes only 10 to 15 minutes to hand ove

Roundup: RCEP fuels Cambodia's trade surge despite global headwinds

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:45:06 GMT

PHNOM PENH, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia's trade with Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) member states rose 21.3 percent year-on-year in the first nine months of 2026, driven by tariff preferences and trade facilitation, official data showed on Thursday.
According to a report from the Ministry of Commerce, the Southeast Asian country recorded 35.79 billion U.S. dollars in trade with RCEP countries

Cambodia's foreign trade up 22 pct in first 9 months of 2026

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:15:05 GMT

PHNOM PENH, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia's foreign trade volume reached 58.48 billion U.S. dollars in the first nine months of 2026, up 22 percent year-on-year, according to the Ministry of Commerce on Thursday.
Official data showed that the kingdom's total exports rose 18 percent to 27.47 billion dollars from January to September. Meanwhile, imports surged 26 percent to reach 31.01 billion dollars.
China,

9 Vietnamese localities required to post over 15 pct GRDP growth in Q4

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 05:45:31 GMT

HANOI, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) -- Nine Vietnamese provinces and cities need to achieve gross regional domestic product (GRDP) growth of over 15 percent in the fourth quarter for the country to meet its double-digit economic growth target this year, local daily VnExpress reported Wednesday.
Under a resolution adopted at the government's regular meeting in September, the northern province of Lang Son needs to achieve the

Man arrested for plotting shooting at largest U.S. shopping center

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 01:15:07 GMT

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 7 (Xinhua) -- An 18-year-old Minnesota man was charged Wednesday with a firearm offense in connection with an alleged plot to attack the Mall of America, the largest shopping center in the United States, according to court documents.
An FBI affidavit filed Wednesday alleges that Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud planned a shooting at the mall in support of the Islamic State. The mall is located in B

World No. 1 Sun crashes out of WTT China Smash second round

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:19:09 GMT

BEIJING, Oct. 7 (Xinhua) -- Home favorite Sun Yingsha suffered a second-round exit after a 3-1 loss to Thailand's Orawan Paranang at the 2026 WTT China Smash on Wednesday.
World No. 1 Sun, who had beaten Paranang 4-0 in the round of 16 at the 2026 Asian Games, took the opening game 11-8 before the Thai leveled the match with an 11-4 win in the second.
Trailing 10-8 in the third, Sun saved two game points

Vietnam unveils 27-member national committee for APEC 2027

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:45:07 GMT

HANOI, Oct. 7 (Xinhua) -- Vietnam unveiled its 27-member national committee for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Year 2027, the Vietnam News Agency reported Wednesday.
The committee is tasked with assisting the prime minister in directing, overseeing and coordinating the work of the subcommittees, the secretariat, ministries, localities and other agencies in preparing for and hosting conferences and

Cambodia's bourse sees active trading in September amid rising investor interest

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:45:23 GMT

PHNOM PENH, Oct. 7 (Xinhua) -- Average daily trading volume on the Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX) hit an all-time high in September 2026 as investor momentum continued to surge, the bourse said in a press release on Wednesday.
Trading activity on the CSX gained sharp momentum, setting a new record as the average daily trading value in September reached 5.8 billion riels (about 1.45 million U.S. dollars). Thi

Cambodia subsidizes nearly 500 mln USD to curb rising fuel, power costs: PM

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:45:13 GMT

PHNOM PENH, Oct. 7 (Xinhua) -- Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said on Wednesday that the government has injected nearly 500 million U.S. dollars in subsidies to cushion the domestic impact of soaring global fuel prices driven by ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
"To date, we have subsidized almost 500 million dollars to curb rising fuel costs and stabilize electricity prices for our citizens," he said du

Flood death toll hits 60 in Thailand with fresh storm alert

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:15:15 GMT

BANGKOK, Oct. 7 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's flood-related death toll has risen to 60 as of 6 a.m. Wednesday, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation reported.
Flooding still persists in Bangkok and 27 other provinces, with some 1.15 million households currently affected, it added.
Meanwhile, the Thai Meteorological Department issued an alert on Wednesday, warning that heavy to torrential rain, str

Thailand sees dip in inbound visitors so far this year

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:15:37 GMT

BANGKOK, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) -- Thailand received over 23.45 million inbound visitors from Jan. 1 to Oct. 3, down 3.88 percent from the same period a year earlier, preliminary data from the Ministry of Tourism and Sports showed on Tuesday.
Receipts from foreign visitors fell 2.26 percent to 1.14 trillion baht (about 33.91 billion U.S. dollars), marking a smaller decline than the drop in arrivals.
China was th

Thailand's headline inflation up 2.82 pct in September

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:45:23 GMT

BANGKOK, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's headline inflation increased further in September, mainly due to rising fuel costs amid escalating Middle East tensions and higher food prices, official data showed on Tuesday.
The Southeast Asian country's consumer price index (CPI) rose 2.82 percent last month compared to a year earlier, accelerating from a 2.53-percent gain in August and registering the strongest reading

Feature: Laos embraces warm atmosphere ahead of National Teacher's Day

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:45:26 GMT

VIENTIANE, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) -- A warm and celebratory atmosphere is taking hold across Laos as schools, students and families prepare flowers, gifts and activities for Lao National Teacher's Day, a day dedicated to honoring those who devote their lives to shaping the next generation.
Across Laos, schools are preparing ceremonies, performances and activities to honor teachers, while students choose flowers and gif

Thailand's stock investor confidence weakens in September

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:15:35 GMT

BANGKOK, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's stock investor confidence weakened in September as international conflicts and volatility in the baht currency weighed on market sentiment, a survey showed on Tuesday.
The investor confidence index, which predicts market conditions over the next three months, stood at 148.72 in September, down from 165.89 in the August survey and retreating to the "bullish" zone, according

World Bank forecasts Vietnam's GDP growth at 7.4 pct in 2026

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:15:31 GMT

HANOI, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) -- The World Bank forecast that Vietnam's gross domestic product (GDP) would grow by 7.4 percent this year, driven by strong growth in manufacturing and exports of high-tech and AI-related goods, according to a report released by the bank on Tuesday.
The forecast was made in the World Bank's East Asia and Pacific Economic Update, with Vietnam's projected growth rate being the highest in th

Vietnam's registered foreign investment surges 76.4 pct in first 9 months

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:15:13 GMT

HANOI, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) -- Vietnam attracted 50.36 billion U.S. dollars in total registered foreign investment in the first nine months of 2026, surging 76.4 percent year on year, the Vietnam News Agency reported Tuesday, citing the National Statistics Office.
During the period, 3,108 newly licensed projects registered 29.24 billion dollars in capital, 2.4 times the amount recorded in the same period last year, a

Cambodia issues weather warning as impacts of 3 storms bring rain, high winds

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:15:17 GMT

PHNOM PENH, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia's Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology issued a weather warning on Tuesday, advising travelers, particularly those using waterways, to exercise high vigilance from Oct. 6 to 10 due to the peripheral impacts of three tropical storms.
According to a ministry notice, the Southeast Asian nation is currently experiencing the outer bands of typhoons Nolo and Koguma, along

World Bank cuts Cambodia's 2026 growth forecast to 3.5 pct amid tourism slump, high fuel costs

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 03:15:13 GMT

PHNOM PENH, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) -- The World Bank on Tuesday downgraded Cambodia's 2026 economic growth forecast to 3.5 percent, down from 5.3 percent last year, citing a sharp slump in international tourist arrivals and surging fuel costs.
"In Cambodia, domestic demand weakened in 2026 as international arrivals and remittances fell, while higher oil prices squeezed household incomes," the bank said in its latest Ea

As the planet warms, cities like Bangkok could be increasingly inundated by deadly floods

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:36:44 GMT

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In the humid tropics of Southeast Asia, afternoon thunderstorms roll through almost every day.
Daytime heat causes towering, fluffy cumulonimbus clouds

Tribunal Continues Order in Part-Oil Country Tubular Goods from Chinese Taipei, India, Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand, Trkiye, Ukraine and Vietnam

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:15:25 GMT

Ottawa, Ontario, October 7, 2026-Further to the Canadian International Trade Tribunal's expiry review (RR2025006), the Tribunal today continued its order made on December 30, 2020, in expiry review RR2019006, concerning the dumping of oil country tubular goods from the Separate Customs Territory of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu,

Disposing the chemicals behind the drug trade in Lao PDR

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Vientiane, (Lao PDR), 10 September 2026 - Along northern Lao PDR, the Mekong slides slow and wide, marking its border with Thailand. Children kick around balls made of old tires and the sun sets fast behind the dark-green mountains. It is an unlikely setting for a front line in the fight against organized crime. But this stretch of river is one of the many routes that thread north from the Lao lowlands

Trump confirms plan to meet Kim Jong Un later this year

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 12:03:13 GMT
Trump confirms plan to meet Kim Jong Un later this year

Jimmy Kimmel takes a swipe at Trump and CBS in Oscars 'free speech' outburst

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 12:02:59 GMT
Jimmy Kimmel takes a swipe at Trump and CBS in Oscars 'free speech' outburst

Trump is not changing North Korea strategy as Kim Jong Un appears unbothered by Iran war

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 12:02:25 GMT
Trump is not changing North Korea strategy as Kim Jong Un appears unbothered by Iran war

Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery operating under Skydance following completion of $111bn merger

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 20:33:53 GMT
Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery operating under Skydance following completion of $111bn merger

Much-loved BBC show axed as fans slam 'disappointing' move

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 22:01:45 GMT
Much-loved BBC show axed as fans slam 'disappointing' move

Mari Grug launches T-shirt raising cancer research funds

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 22:01:10 GMT
Mari Grug launches T-shirt raising cancer research funds

Bakersfield Man Pleads Guilty to Illegal Possession of Explosives and Manufacturing Methamphetamine

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 19:03:54 GMT
Bakersfield Man Pleads Guilty to Illegal Possession of Explosives and Manufacturing Methamphetamine

Silver surfers offered classes to boost digital confidence

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 10:05:27 GMT
Silver surfers offered classes to boost digital confidence

LGBTIQ Australians more likely to be diagnosed with mental health conditions

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 23:00:57 GMT
LGBTIQ Australians more likely to be diagnosed with mental health conditions

Privileged and proud- how nepo babies took fashion month by storm

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 19:35:57 GMT
Privileged and proud- how nepo babies took fashion month by storm

The fashion industry wants women to wear bras again - but is underwire the answer?

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 19:35:28 GMT
The fashion industry wants women to wear bras again - but is underwire the answer?

My dogs built her own fashion community- how canine companions stole the fashion week spotlight

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 19:34:45 GMT
My dogs built her own fashion community- how canine companions stole the fashion week spotlight