Washington Comprehensive News,Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation（The 30th APEC Leaders' Informal Meeting is about to be held, and Indonesian President Joko, before heading to San Francisco for the meeting,toOn November 13th, visited the White House in Washington and held a meeting with US President BidenYesTalks. After the talks, the leaders of the two countries announced that the United States and Indonesia have been upgraded to a comprehensive strategic partnership of cooperation.

It is understood that the next step of cooperation between the two parties is mainly reflected in the following two aspects. One is that in terms of military affairs, the two countriesIntended to enhance bilateral defense relations through a new defense cooperation agreement, focusing on defense specialization, cybersecurity, military medicine, space, and joint effortsDeepening cooperation in collaborative learning and responding to biological, radiological, and nuclear threatsAt the same time, regular high-level meetings such as bilateral defense dialogues will also be held.

Secondly, in terms of energy cooperation, the leaders of the two countries agreed to support the development of Indonesia's domestic semiconductor ecosystem and stimulate investment through the International Technology Security and Innovation Fund. Both sides emphasize the need to jointly build a safer, more resilient, and sustainable global semiconductor value chain, strengthen high-quality development of Indonesian minerals, and achieve mutual benefit based on market rules.

According to the Cambodian China Times, on November 13th, the Cambodian Prime Minister's Office issued a press notice, deciding to extend the effective date of collecting capital gains tax on six types of assets until December 31, 2024. These six types of assets are real estate, asset leasing, asset investment, corporate trademarks, intellectual property, and foreign currency.

It is reported that Cambodia will gain capital gainsThe tax rate is set as20%, under capital gains tax, asset buying and selling activities carried out by enterprises or individuals, including real estate, asset leasing, asset investment, corporate trademarks, intellectual property, and foreign currencies, will be subject to capital gains tax; Only government and foreign embassy assets, or permanent residences owned by tax residents, will be exempt from capital gains tax. This tax policy was announced as early as August 2020, but its implementation date has been extended multiple times.

military affairs

01The expansion of Myanmar's civil war to the Indo Myanmar border

According to comprehensive information from Yangon, on November 13th, a war broke out in Chin State, western Myanmar. About 80 armed personnel launched attacks on the military camps of Likodar and Hamawi in Chin State. Vice Chairman of the Chin National Front, Choi Kar, stated that the attackers were soldiers of the Burmese military government, with the goal of seizing control of the Myanmar India border area.

It is reported that the Chin State of Myanmar borders the state of Mizoram in India, and the Chin National Front also receives support from the local people of Mizoram in India because they belong to the same race. After the outbreak of the war, the Indian state of Mizoram quickly supported the Qin National Front. After the battle ended,43 Burmese soldiers have surrendered and are currently taking refuge in the state of Mizoram in India. As for whether to repatriate them to the Burmese military government, instructions from New Delhi, India are still needed.

On October 27th, multiple civilian and local forces in northern Myanmar launched an unprecedented coordinated and unified attack on the Burmese army, capturing over 100 military strongholds and several towns to date. The Burmese military government is facing its toughest challenge since the 2021 coup. Myanmar's Acting President Min Shwe has recently warned that if the serious conflict between the military and civilians is not handled properly, Myanmar may be torn apart.

01Vietnam and Australia Strengthen Agricultural and Aquaculture Cooperation

According to Vietnam News Agency, on November 14th, a meeting on "Strengthening Technical, Trade, and Investment Cooperation in Vietnam Australia Beef Cattle Breeding Industry" was held in the capital city of Hanoi, Vietnam. The meeting focused on discussing the current situation and market situation of the beef cattle breeding industry; Co discuss breeding and genetic improvement methods,Yue AoThe challenges that the beef cattle breeding industry in both countries needs to face; Seeking solutions to promote technological innovation and cooperation in the beef cattle breeding industry in Vietnam and Australia. Intended to strengthen cooperation in innovation, technology, investment, and trade in various pillar industries between Vietnam and Australia, and enhance the development level of Vietnam's beef cattle breeding industry; Clarify the opportunities for cooperation between the two countries.

Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of VietnamRepresents,Throughout 2022, VietnamagricultureGross Domestic Product Growth of Forestry and Water Industry3.36%,The product has been sold worldwide190 countries and regionsTotal export valuereach$53.53 billion.Animal husbandryAs a key industry in this field, its development is not ideal,In the first nine months of 2023, Vietnam's national beef production only reached 373000 tonsUnable to meet domestic consumption demand, still needs to be imported. The Australian side will focus on centralized and professional managementIn terms of cattle breeding, cowshed, and feedProvide support for supply.

West Africa Huasheng NewsNews: Recently, the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources of Nigeria issued a statement announcing that Nigeria and Saudi Arabia have signed a memorandum of understanding to promote cooperation, information exchange, and technology transfer in the oil industry.

It is worth noting that theIn the memorandum of understandingsummaryCooperation framework foralreadyBeyond the scope of technical cooperation and financial investment,stillincludeYesJoint research and development plan, knowledge sharing platform, and capacity building plan. Intended to enhance local talent in Nigeria's energy sector, create a self-sustaining environment, and allow local expertise to play a crucial role in shaping the country's energy future. The two countries have agreed to ensure that oil and gas activities are carried out in an ecologically friendly manner.