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Trump heaps praises on Anwar over role in Thai-Cambodia peace deal

Trump heaps praises on Anwar over role in Thai-Cambodia peace deal

On Apec stage, US president says M'sia was 'fantastic' in assisting signing of agreement.
Thailand to return war prisoners if Cambodia keeps commitments

Thailand to return war prisoners if Cambodia keeps commitments

18 POWs to be repatriated if hostility decreases, says Thai Army spokesperson.
Thailand begins withdrawal of heavy weapons from border with Cambodia

Thailand begins withdrawal of heavy weapons from border with Cambodia

Thai government spokesperson hopes for an earnest and sincere implementation of peace deal.
Anwar, Trump witness signing of Thai-Cambodia peace deal

Anwar, Trump witness signing of Thai-Cambodia peace deal

UPDATED 2.08PM | This reinforces the ceasefire understanding reached in July.
'Good job' – US secretary of state commends M'sia for chairing Asean

'Good job' – US secretary of state commends M'sia for chairing Asean

Malaysia, as Asean chair, played significant role in Thai-Cambodia peace deal.
Trump praises M'sian role in Thai-Cambodia ceasefire talk

Trump praises M'sian role in Thai-Cambodia ceasefire talk

The leader of M'sia, a very good man, says the US president.
Govt to speed up building of concrete wall along Thai border

Govt to speed up building of concrete wall along Thai border

PARLIAMENT | Project expected to cover a total length of 110.7km, says Zaliha.
Thai police confirm arrest of Australian blogger

Thai police confirm arrest of Australian blogger

Hunter was arrested on Sept 29 but was released on bail.
COMMENT | Hunter's arrest a warning shot across Southeast Asia

COMMENT | Hunter's arrest a warning shot across Southeast Asia

It also shows a failure of leadership in the Madani government.
Hunter nabbed for failing to cooperate with Thai authorities, says MCMC

Hunter nabbed for failing to cooperate with Thai authorities, says MCMC

We will respect Thai justice system, commission says.
COMMENT | Hunter's arrest in Thailand a black eye for journalism

COMMENT | Hunter's arrest in Thailand a black eye for journalism

It's a throwback to the Xavier Justo case of 1MDB fame.
Researcher arrested, charged in Thailand over MCMC criticism

Researcher arrested, charged in Thailand over MCMC criticism

Hunter released on bail, trial to take place on Nov 17.
Trump praised Malaysia's role in Thai-Cambodia ceasefire: Anwar

Trump praised Malaysia's role in Thai-Cambodia ceasefire: Anwar

PM similarly expressed appreciation to the US for facilitating ceasefire talks.
M'sia holds further talks on Thailand-Cambodia tensions, says Anwar

M'sia holds further talks on Thailand-Cambodia tensions, says Anwar

PM says he has spoken to leaders of both countries.
No need to make urgent decision on Thaksin, Anwar says

No need to make urgent decision on Thaksin, Anwar says

Premier says he will discuss the matter with the new Thai PM.
Thailand's top court orders Thaksin to serve a year in prison

Thailand's top court orders Thaksin to serve a year in prison

This is in relation to ex-PM's corruption and abuse of power convictions.
New Thai PM vows to work for the people, uphold law

New Thai PM vows to work for the people, uphold law

Anutin Charnvirakul officially takes office today after royal endorsement.
Anutin Charnvirakul elected as Thailand’s new PM

Anutin Charnvirakul elected as Thailand’s new PM

He comfortably surpasses the 247-vote threshold required to get the job.
Thaksin Shinawatra leaves Thailand as parliament vote on new prime minister

Thaksin Shinawatra leaves Thailand as parliament vote on new prime minister

The Supreme Court is also set to deliver ruling that could imprison him.
Thailand plunges into uncertainty as parties scramble to form new govt

Thailand plunges into uncertainty as parties scramble to form new govt

Opposition People's Party, as kingmaker, being courted by all sides to secure majority.
Thailand: Court removes PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra

Thailand: Court removes PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra

This is over a case of a leaked call with Cambodia's former leader Hun Sen.
Thailand: Former PM Thaksin cleared of lese majeste charges

Thailand: Former PM Thaksin cleared of lese majeste charges

The 76-year-old faced 15 years in jail if found guilty.
M'sian defence attaché leads Asean mission to Thai-Cambodia border

M'sian defence attaché leads Asean mission to Thai-Cambodia border

The mission will monitor the ceasefire implementation and inspect flashpoint areas.
World recognises M'sia's role in Thai-Cambodia peace talks: PM

World recognises M'sia's role in Thai-Cambodia peace talks: PM

It is fine even if some lawmakers refuse to acknowledge it, Anwar says.