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Gaza will need largest post-war reconstruction effort since 1945, UN says
More than 70 percent of all housing has been destroyed, the UN official said, and about 37 million tonnes of debris needs to be removed.
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Japan Emphasizes Sri Lanka's Economic Recovery for Indo-Pacific Stability
Following discussions with her Sri Lankan counterpart, Kamikawa emphasized the need for Colombo to secure agreements with bilateral lenders and international sovereign bondholders to unlock suspended foreign funding.
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Chin Alliances Clash Over Territory Liberated From Myanmar Junta
The recent seizure of Kyin Dwe town in Kanpetlet Township, Chin State, on April 28 by the Chin Brotherhood has intensified rifts, with accusations leveled against the Chin National Front (CNF) of attempting to occupy liberated land while engaging in combat against the junta.
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India and Japan Dismiss Biden's "Xenophobic" Allegations; Focus Shifts to Immigration Policies
India's Minister of External Affairs, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, emphasized India's historical openness to immigrants, citing the nation's robust economic standing.
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40 More Myanmar Border Guard Police Seek Shelter in Bangladesh Amid Rakhine State Fighting
Initially accommodated at Hnila High School, they were promptly disarmed and placed under safe custody, according to sources from the foreign and home ministries.
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Myanmar Imposes Travel Ban on Conscription-Age Men Amid Civil Unrest Surge
The authorities declared on Thursday a suspension on all applications for overseas work permits from male citizens, effectively halting the flow of workers seeking opportunities outside the country.
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Microsoft to invest $1.7 bbn in AI, cloud infrastructure in Indonesia
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says investment will help Southeast Asia’s biggest economy thrive in ‘new era’.
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Thailand Pledges Cooperation in Rohingya Repatriation Efforts : PM Hasina
Speaking at a press conference held at Ganabhaban in the capital, PM Hasina shared the outcome of her discussions in Thailand, emphasizing the significance of Thailand's influence on Myanmar.
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Rising Hindu nationalism leaves Muslims fearful in India’s holy city
When Modi chose this holy city as his constituency a decade ago, it was the perfect setting for him to meld his party’s political and religious ambitions.
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Civilian Death Toll From Myanmar Junta Killing Spree Set to Surpass 5,000
The AAPP, in its latest report, highlighted the alarming increase in civilian casualties, stressing that the actual number could be even higher, with approximately 1,750 deaths yet to be fully verified.
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From White Elephant to Foreign Management: The Story of Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport
This airport, located near a wildlife area on the south coast, opened in 2013 but immediately ran into problems. Since then, it has been causing financial troubles for the government.
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Kachin Independence Army Seizes Key Junta Stronghold in Myanmar
The strategic move began with the occupation of Sinbo on the west bank of the Irrawaddy in Myitkyina Township on February 10, when a police station fell into the hands of anti-regime groups.
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Junta recruits another 300 Rohingya in new round of conscription
100,000 men across Myanmar have fled their homes since the draft was announced in February, report finds.
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Malaysia’s ex-PM Mahathir faces anticorruption probe
Azam Baki, chief commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), stated on Thursday that Mahathir was “among those being investigated.”
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Narendra Modi increases anti-Muslim rhetoric in India election campaign
During a series of rallies since the commencement of India's general election on April 19, Modi has drawn criticism for referring to the country's Muslim minority as "infiltrators" and accusing his political opponents of favoring Muslims over Hindus.
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Myanmar junta kills 97 in Sagaing Region in 2 months : Report
From February 1 to April 25, the committee reported that at least 97 individuals were killed in Kale, a strategically important township bordering Chin State, where the junta has faced substantial resistance and incurred heavy troop casualties.
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Karen Troops Capture Another Myanmar Junta Base Near Thai Border
The township is situated near the northern border of the state, adjacent to Thailand.
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Thailand Urges ASEAN to Play Proactive Role in Resolving Myanmar Crisis
Thai authorities have engaged in discussions with Laos, the current ASEAN chair, along with Myanmar, to address the escalating situation.
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Bangladesh and Thailand Pledge Joint Efforts on Rohingya Crisis
The meeting between Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and Prime Minister Shretha Thavisin took place at the Government House, the office of the Thai Premier, as part of Prime Minister Hasina's six-day official visit to Bangkok.
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India and China Vie for control of Indian Ocean Archipelago
President Mohamed Muizzu's party's landslide triumph, securing 70 out of 93 parliamentary seats, signals a potential shift towards a pro-China foreign policy.