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Assistant Professor Dr Yasmin Sattar of the Faculty of Political Science at Prince of Songkla University, Pattani Campus, said the partnership could unlock mutual benefits across multiple sectors including trade, energy partnerships, and security collaboration.


“For Malaysia, the arrangement offers valuable access to seasoned regional perspectives and could potentially open new avenues for addressing critical challenges, particularly in energy security and border management,” she told Bernama recently.

Thailand too stands to benefit substantially from the partnership through reinforced economic cooperation and strengthened diplomatic channels, she said.

https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/...ess/162066

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Although the global landscape is shifting rapidly, the US remains the world's most powerful country.

Donald Trump's return as president has raised questions about the direction of US foreign policy towards Southeast Asia, especially Thailand.

With Mr Trump's propensity to punish countries that do not serve Washington's interests with tariffs and other wish lists, Bangkok must be prepared.

As Thailand prepares for upcoming diplomatic events and engagement, it must strengthen its leadership and clarify its foreign policy direction to regional partners and global powers.

https://www.bangkokpost.com/opinion/opin...ign-policy

[Alice Alicia]

Malaysia deserves this crook as adviser.