Taiwan Proposes US$123 Billion Budget for 2027 as Defence Spending Hits Record High

Taiwan’s government has proposed a 2027 budget of about US$123 billion, combining increased public spending with a record allocation for national defence as the island seeks to strengthen its economy, support households and respond to growing security pressure from China. The Cabinet approved the 2027 central government budget proposal on Thursday, August 20, with total […]

China Confirms Thai Prime Minister’s Official Visit to Beijing

China has officially confirmed that Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will undertake an official visit to Beijing from July 16 to 20, underscoring the growing strategic partnership between the two Asian nations amid expanding cooperation in trade, investment, technology, and regional security. The announcement was made on Monday by China’s Foreign Ministry, which said the […]

Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko Arrives in Indonesia on Official Visit to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has arrived in Indonesia on an official state visit aimed at deepening economic, trade, and political cooperation between the two countries, marking a significant step in Belarus’ efforts to expand its partnerships in Southeast Asia. President Lukashenko landed in Jakarta on Wednesday and was welcomed by senior Indonesian government officials ahead […]