The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) exemplifies pragmatic collaboration, aiming to attract global investors and benefit SMEs.

The Japanese government is on alert, believing that Russia is waging information warfare to divide public opinion, with the aim of getting Japan to reduce its aid to Ukraine.

US media reports said that President Trump seeks chairmanship in Thailand-Cambodia peace talks, and Chinese officials may be unwelcome.

Analysts believe Sanae Takaichi will be pragmatic abroad, reaffirming ties with China based on historical agreements, despite her past support for Taiwan.