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December 18th Qingqiao Morning Post | Temporary Ceasefire among Conflict Parties in Myanmar
Release time:2023-12-18 Source: Qingqiao Number of views:

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politics
01Malaysia investigates whether non-governmental organizations donate to Hamas

According to Kuala Lumpur, the Malaysian Anti Corruption Commission froze 41 bank accounts and nearly 15.9 million of humanitarian aid organization "Palestine Peace Limited" and related enterprises in NovemberAfter the ringgit, an investigation has recently begun into whether the organization has provided significant donations to Hamas. Previously, the Israel National Anti terrorist Financing Authority accused the Palestinian Peace Corporation of being one of the organizations that funded Hamas. They said that Qatar, Türkiye and Malaysia are all important channels for Hamas to engage in various activities.


Since the initiation of the investigation into Palestine Peace Limited, the Malaysian Anti Corruption Association has taken testimony from important witnesses and obtained financial and operational management documents from the company over the past five years during a search of its office. Preliminary investigation has found that a total of RM70 million has been used improperly in areas that do not align with the company's founding principles.


In addition to investigating whether they have supported Hamas, another focus of the Malaysian investigation is whether the company's funds have flowed to conservative nationalist organizations in MalaysiaThe Malaysian Muslim Alliance advocates that Malaysia should become a fully implemented Islamic state, led by the Malay community. In May 2014, it referred to the Chinese community as "invaders," which caused dissatisfaction and concern among the Malaysian Chinese community.


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military affairs
01Temporary Ceasefire among Conflict Parties in Myanmar

According to Beijing, a spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs recently stated that, with China's mediation and promotion, the Myanmar military has held peace talks with Kokang, Deong, and Rukai troops within Chinese territory, reaching an agreement on temporary ceasefire and maintaining dialogue.


this yearOn October 27th, the "Three Brothers Alliance" formed by the three civilian armies of Kokang, Deang, and Rukai launched an attack on the Burmese army, quickly capturing multiple controlled areas of the Burmese military government. During the exchange of fire, the Chinese side has always been committed to promoting a ceasefire and peace talks between the two sides. The Chinese side pointed out that currently, there has been a significant decrease in the exchange of fire in the Myanmar North conflict, which is not only in line with the interests of all relevant parties in Myanmar, but also helps to maintain peace along the China Myanmar border. Chinese side hopesWe hope that all relevant parties in Myanmar will accelerate the implementation of the agreements and consensus reached, exercise maximum restraint on each other, timely control unexpected cases, and jointly promote a soft landing of the situation in northern Myanmar.

02UK, Italy and Japan sign an agreement to jointly develop the next generation of fighter jets

London comprehensive news: Recently, the defense ministers of the UK, Japan, and Italy signed an agreement in Tokyo to jointly develop fighter jets, implementing the previously agreed upon plan by the three countriesThe Global Air Combat Plan (GCAP) will jointly develop the next generation of fighter jets.


According to the agreement,The management and commercial headquarters of GCAP will be located in the UK, with the first executive officer of the headquarters coming from Japan and the first leader of the industrial organization being an Italian. The initial product plan is to combine the British led Storm fighter project with Japan's F-X fighter project to develop the sixth generation fighter jet. The main features of this fighter jet include unmanned operation, advanced sensors, and equipped with high-performance aviation weapons. The British government says that the radar of this fighter jet will be able to provide 10000 times more data than existing systems. It is expected to be put into use by 2035.


The Japanese side stated that the world is facing the most complex security environment since World War II, and maintaining air superiority is crucial.GCAP will further promote the long-term development of the UK, Italy, and JapanStrengthening defense relations, accelerating advanced military capabilities and technological advantages, deepening defense and technological cooperation among the three countries, integrating supply chains, and further strengthening the military industrial foundation.


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economic

01The Philippines has received over 5 million foreign tourists this year

ASEAN Financial News: Recently,Philippine Department of TourismDisclosure,Since the beginning of this year, the number of foreign tourists visiting the Philippines has reached5.06 million people, exceeding the annual target of 4.8 million people,The revenue generated has reached439 billion pesos,This number has increased significantly compared with that during the COVID-19 pandemic. She stated thatPhilippine tourism has recovered to the level before the COVID-19 pandemic65%.


Tourism is one of the key industries developed by the Philippine governmentThis field is for the PhilippinesprovideNowexceed5 million job positions, accounting for approximately 11% of the total employed population in the country. rootaccording tothe PhilippinesNational Bureau of StatisticsofdataIn 2022, the tourism industry accounted for 6.2% of the country's gross domestic product.Specifically,As of this yearOn December 1st, South Korea was the largest source of foreign tourists to the Philippines, accounting forApproximately26.37%, followed by the United States, accounting for approximately16.56%FinallyJapan and China, accounting for approximately5.65% and 5.01%.


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security

01Thailand's air pollution index is soaring

According to the Bangkok Post, a recent report from the Thailand Geographic Information and Space Technology Development Authority showed that 29 out of 50 districts in Bangkok have unhealthy levels of PM2.5. Among them, the PM2.5 concentration in Ai County, Bangkok reached 105.1 micrograms per cubic meter. It is reported that air pollution in Thailand gradually intensifies from the end of each year during the dry season, with PM2.5 pollution peaking from January to March.


Thai Prime Minister Saita stated that he is aware of the air pollution issue and has arranged for discussions with relevant departments on control measures. The government will impose punitive taxes on Thai companies importing agricultural products from farmers burning farms in Myanmar and Laos, and require construction sites to be watered to reduce dust. He also called on car owners to maintain their cars, ensure that the engine does not spray black smoke, and take measures to encourage the use of electric vehicles. In addition, the pollution control department in Thailand has draftedThe Clean Air Act will be submitted to Congress for approval next year. This bill will eliminate sources of haze pollution outside ThailandRegarded as an illegal act within Thailand, the offense requires compensation for losses. The authorities will also establish a National Air Management Committee responsible for formulating measures to control PM2.5 pollution sources.

02Excessive sugar and salt content in complementary foods for some children in Southeast Asia

According to the Lianhe Zaobao, recently, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the Southeast Asia Complementary Food Improvement Association (SEAFOIA) partners have made great efforts toA study was conducted on over 1600 types of baby grains, purees, small bagged foods, snacks, and ready to eat meals. The research results show that 72% of snacks and snacks contain sugar and sweeteners, and over one-third of the products have salt content exceeding recommended levels. The study also found that none of the seven surveyed countries have food ingredients and labeling policies that meet international standards, and some countries lack legal regulations to regulate sugar and salt content.


This will have a serious impact on the health of young children. UNICEF and partners of the Southeast Asian Food Improvement Alliance are calling on countries to improve regulations, including prohibiting the addition of sugar and sweeteners, limiting sugar and sodium content, and preventing misleading marketing.


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culture
01The 10th Cambodia Book Fair opens on Diamond Island in Phnom Penh

According to the Cambodian China Times, the 10th Cambodian Book Fair, which lasted for 4 days from December 14th to December 17th, was held on Diamond Island in Phnom Penh. The theme of the book fair was "Writing, Reading, and Gaining Knowledge", bringing together numerous well-known publishers and writers, as well as other interesting activities such as prize games, doodles, and concerts. The book exhibition has a larger scale than in previous years, with a total of 240 booths showcasing tens of thousands of books. On the first day of the book fair, many readers and industry insiders came to watch.


It is reported that the Cambodia Book Fair has become an annual event in China, and former Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen has donated tens of thousands of books to the fair for several years, giving them to readers for free. Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Hung Chun nam lung, stated at the opening ceremony of the book fair that the purpose of organizing the book fair is to encourage young people to read more, cultivate their reading habits, make them enjoy reading, and improve the rich and colorful cultural life of the Cambodian people.







Financial Newsletter
According to The Wall Street Journal, international oil prices have surged recently, with WTI January crude oil futures closing up nearly 3.04% at $71.58 per barrel; Brent February crude oil futures rose 3.16% to $74.61 per barrel.


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