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ASEAN Reaffirms Commitment to Myanmar Peace Process, Urges Ceasefire Extension

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia - At a meeting on Tuesday in the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur, ASEAN leaders reiterated their commitment to supporting Myanmar in achieving a peaceful resolution to its protracted crisis, emphasizing the continued relevance of the Five-Point Consensus (5PC) as the primary framework for dialogue.

In a joint Know Your Opponents: India and Thailand renew rivalry in men's football

Pathum Thani [Thailand], June 1 (ANI): From the Asian Games to the Asian Cup, from the King's Cup to the Nehru Cup, the history of India versus Thailand clashes in men's football is a long one. Including the first meeting, which India won 4-1 at the 1962 Asian Games in Jakarta, the Blue Tigers and Changsuek have played 26 times, as per the AIFF official website.

The head-to-head reads seven wins for India, 12 for

Neeraj Chopra hails Indian athletes, following their brilliant performance in Asian Athletics Championships

New Delhi [India] June 1 (ANI): Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra expressed gratitude to Indian athletes who fought hard in the 26th Asian Athletics Championships on Saturday in the South Korean City of Gumi. The Indian athletes swelled the overall medal tally to 24 and finished in second place behind China.

Eight of the 24 medals were gold, 10 silver, and six bronze. China topped the table chart with 26 medals

Kidults' emotional cravings, not just toys, drive POP MART's popularity

by Xinhua writer Zheng Bofei

POP MART has transformed from a niche Chinese brand into a global kidult phenomenon, captivating collectors across Europe with its emotionally charged blind-box toys that blend art, nostalgia, and connection.

LONDON, June 1 (Xinhua) -- A crowd of collectors and POP MART fans gathers outside the brand's brightly lit flagship store on Oxford Street, eager to explo

WUC urges global action to halt Uyghur deportations, exposes China's abuses at UN Rights Council

Geneva [Switzerland], June 1 (ANI): The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has issued an urgent international appeal to halt the deportation of 48 Uyghur refugees from Thailand to China, warning of grave consequences if the move proceeds, according to a WUC release.

The deportation is scheduled for February 27.

In its statement, the WUC warned that returning these refugees would likely subject them to torture, enf

CAMBODIA-TAKEO-CHINA-RICE-PRAWN FARMING PROJECT

(250601) -- TAKEO, June 1, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Experts from Shanghai Ocean University provide training for Cambodian farmers in Takeo province, Cambodia on May 31, 2025. TO GO WITH "Feature: Chinese experts help modernize rice-prawn farming techniques, improving Cambodian farmers' livelihoods" (Photo by Van Pov/Xinhua)

Miss World 2025 Opal Suchata says if she "get opportunity, would love" to act in Bollywood

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 1 (ANI): Thailand's Opal Suchata, who has been crowned Miss World 2025, said that she would love to work in Bollywood if there is an opportunity.

In a conversation with ANI, she said, 'I feel very happy and proud. It is an honour to take the first Miss World crown to Thailand... I hope I have made them proud..If I get the opportunity, I would love to (act in Bollywood films);

Australia's Defence Minister to embark on four-nation tour from June 2

Melbourne [Australia], June 1 (ANI): Australia's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Richard Marles, will travel to Maldives, Sri Lanka, India and Indonesia from June 2-5 for high-level meetings, as per Australian defence government release.

The Deputy Prime Minister will meet leaders and counterparts in the South and Southeast Asia as part of the Government's commitment to deepening diplomatic and defe

Dubai International Chamber launches 36th international representative office in Bangkok to boost trade, investments with Thailand

DUBAI, 1st June, 2025 (WAM) - - Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has inaugurated its 36th representative office in Thailand. Located in Bangkok, the new office will play a key role in attracting businesses and investments from Thailand to Dubai and further strengthening the growing trade ties between the two markets.

The chamber's office will w

LAOS-CHINA-LAOS RAILWAY-UN-REPRESENTATIVES-VISIT

(250601) -- VIENTIANE, June 1, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Representatives from UN agencies in Laos visit the Vang Vieng freight business yard in Laos, May 30, 2025. Representatives from UN agencies in Laos visited the China-Laos Railway to learn about the project's achievements in promoting regional connectivity, enhancing livelihoods, and advancing sustainable development, as well as to explore opportunities for future cooperat

(SP)SINGAPORE-BADMINTON-SINGAPORE OPEN-MIXED DOUBLES

(250601) -- SINGAPORE, June 1, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Dechapol Puavaranukroh/Supissara Paewsampran (R) of Thailand compete during the mixed doubles final match against Tang Chun Man/Tse Ying Suet of China's Hong Kong at the Singapore Badminton Open 2025 in Singapore, June 1, 2025. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

"It was so unreal..." Thailand's Opal Suchata says she still can't believe as she wins Miss World 2025

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 1 (ANI): Thailand's Opal Suchata, who was crowned Miss World 2025 in a grand ceremony held in Hyderabad, Telangana, shared her feelings after winning the title.

The 72nd edition of the global beauty pageant was a star-studded event and marked another proud moment for Thailand, as this was the country's first-ever Miss World crown.

Speaking to ANI after her win, Opal expre

Miss World 2025 Opal Suchata greets audience with a traditional 'Namaste' gesture

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 31 (ANI): In a moment of pure elegance and grace, Thailand's Opal Suchata was crowned Miss World 2025 at the grand finale of the 72nd edition of the prestigious pageant, held in Hyderabad, Telangana.

As the crowd erupted in applause, Opal walked the ramp, visibly emotional, with a serene smile and a graceful 'Namaste' gesture.

Thailand's Opal Suchata crowned Miss World 2025

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 31 (ANI): In a dazzling culmination of grace, beauty, and strength, Thailand's Opal Suchata was crowned Miss World 2025 in a star-studded ceremony in Hyderabad, Telangana.

The grand finale of the 72nd edition of the Miss World pageant saw reigning queen Krystyna Pyszkova from the Czech Republic pass on her crown to the new titleholder.

Wearing a gown that symbolised both h

India win 24 medals, finish second at Asian Athletics Championships in South Korea

Gumi [South Korea], May 31 (ANI): The Indian athletes fought hard and gave a good account of themselves on the concluding day of the 26th Asian Athletics Championships here on Saturday in the South Korean City of Gumi to swell the overall medal tally to 24 to finish in second place behind China.

Of the 24 medals, eight of them were gold, 10 silver and six bronze medals. China topped the table chart with 26 medals