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Foreign tourist arrivals to Thailand dropped 6.56 per cent year-on-year to 19.57 million in the first seven months of 2025, according to the country’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports.

Thailand is making concerted efforts to revitalise its tourism sector, which accounts for around 20 per cent of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP).

The two countries' leaders also discussed setting the terms of reference for negotiations on a possible Preferential Trade Agreement between Manila and New Delhi.

While there are no clear winners, Laos and Myanmar can be considered losers under a US policy that is shaking up global supply chains, as manufacturers in those countries are subject to a steep 40 per cent US import duty.

The main goals of the talks are to maintain a recent ceasefire agreement, discuss troop withdrawals, and establish safe or demilitarised zones along the border.

Visitors to the festival can explore a wide range of handmade products - from Batik fabrics and embroidered textiles to traditional accessories, cosmetics, and jewelry crafted from local materials and Kalimantan forest stones.

In 2024, Laos-Russia trade increased by 66 per cent, and by another 20 per cent for the first five months of 2025. The establishment of new transport routes is expected to facilitate the transportation of goods between the two countries.

The country's Defence Ministry proposes Malaysia as the venue for upcoming General Border Committee meeting, citing international practice and lack of trust.

UNESCO said it stands ready to support both Cambodia and Thailand in assessing damage, implementing safeguarding measures, and ensuring the long-term protection of cultural sites, including those inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

A landmark agreement slashes US tariffs on Korean goods in return for a massive $350 billion South Korean investment in American industries.

Both engagements underscored the Armed Forces of the Philippines' efforts to advance defence diplomacy and deepen cooperation with regional allies in the Indo-Pacific.

The two countries have agreed to a ceasefire agreement from midnight Monday after border clashes on July 24.

Japan issued tsunami warnings for Pacific-facing prefectures on Wednesday morning following an 8.7-magnitude earthquake near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said among the main achievements of the 13th Annual Consultation were the signing of four memoranda of understanding covering border issues including Pulau Sebatik, health, information and communication and Internet governance.

This marks the fifth time Malaysia has assumed the role, demonstrating its steadfast commitment to ASEAN’s common agenda. From being a founding member in 1967 to hosting key summits and supporting ASEAN’s community-building, including its past enlargement, as well as advancing external partnerships, Malaysia has consistently played a leadership role in shaping the bloc’s strategic direction and shared future.

The total number of dengue cases in Bangladesh has now risen to 19,529 for the year.

The South Korean government also estimated that over 2,300 people experienced heat-related illnesses from mid-May.

The Prime Minister stated that the free trade pact will create new opportunities for Indian agricultural produce and the processed food industry in the UK market.