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Eswatini will likely stick with Taiwan over China

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SWAZILAND

The small southern African country is the only remaining nation on the continent to recognise Taiwan’s independence. China continues to apply political and economic pressure…

Saudi stability will enable economic progress

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SAUDI ARABIA

The move follows its second initial public offering in June, when it raised more than USD12bn, which helps boost the government's accounts and the country's sovereign wealth fund…

Concern over human rights in Cambodia will grow

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CAMBODIA

Mech Dara is an award-winning reporter renowned for his coverage of human trafficking and online scams in Cambodia. Less than three weeks before his arrest, the United States…

Mexico’s new cabinet promises initial stability

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MEXICO

The composition of Sheinbaum’s cabinet, revealed gradually over recent months, offers insights into her priorities. New ministers will face myriad complex issues, not least…

Gulf leaders will try to moderate Trump's policies

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GULF STATES

Trump's early cabinet picks favour a return to 'maximal pressure' on Iran, amid speculation about more Israeli strikes, but the Gulf states today have less interest in seeing…

New premier’s father will have key role in Thailand

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THAILAND

Pheu Thai remains under the influence of its founder Thaksin Shinawatra, Paetongtarn’s father and a former prime minister (2001-06). On August 19, the Criminal Court said the next…

Saudi Arabia will move forward with nuclear power

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SAUDI ARABIA

Riyadh wants to use nuclear power generation to help manage rapidly rising electricity demand and free hydrocarbons for alternative uses. However, Riyadh's refusal to disavow…

Malaysia will strive to make ASEAN more cohesive

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MALAYSIA

Malaysia will take over the group’s annually rotating chairmanship from Laos at the start of next year. Anwar said he would have a team of advisers from fellow ASEAN countries.

Economy will be key focus for Thai premier

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THAILAND

THAILAND: Economy will be key focus for premier

Security will dominate Jordanian government decisions

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JORDAN

JORDAN: Security will dominate government decisions