Thailand’s Ambitions To Become A Regional Air Hub 
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America First — But who decides what that means? Trump administration curbs state oversight of crypto industry
The shift offers companies immunity from certain regulations — and, critics say, weakens protections for scam victims. …
Corruption
Gunfire in the Senate: How the Philippines’ Political War Turned Violent
A senator’s escape and chaotic Senate standoff have intensified the country’ political crisis ahead of 2028 …
ASEAN May be Swapping One Energy Dependence for Another
‘Battery power’ takes on a new meaning …
Chinese, US Investment in Global South Not Always Welcome
Chinese deals in US, Europe fall due to anti-China hostility but rise sharply in Global South …
End of Brotherhood: The Gulf’s Cold War Has Begun
Emirates jumps ship …
Gulf’s Mini States in The Spotlight
Iran conflict sparks strains between local players with moneybags …