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The secrecy surrounding hunger research in Myanmar has hindered relief organisations efforts to raise money for humanitarian aid.

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ASEAN faces pressure to mediate in a crisis that challenges its principles and unity.

At least 18,000 Rohingya Muslims crossing over in recent months to escape escalating violence in Rakhine state.

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Thousands more are believed to have fled Myanmars Rakhine state in recent weeks, as fighting escalates.

Crowds had gathered on a small island to seek shelter after witnessing killings in the coastal town of Maungdaw, said a Rohingya refugee.

The humanitarian situation in Myanmar is more serious than ever.

The town of Buthidaung in Rakhine state, Myanmar's largest settlement of minority Rohingya, was on fire and under attack.

A powerful armed ethnic group bears down on junta positions in a coastal town on the country's border with Bangladesh.

The army has resorted to forcibly recruiting Rohingya men and sending them to the frontlines in battle with the AA in Rakhine State.

Leading precarious lives in camps in Bangladesh and India, stateless Rohingya face an uncertain future.

The stateless Rohingya community with no rights remains the worlds most vulnerable and at high risk of exploitation.

The Rohingya, a Muslim minority from Myanmar persecuted and run out of their homeland, face a perilous future.

This marks the latest loss for the military government as it battles rebellion in several parts of the country.

The move signals the US and China may ease their trade war, calming fears over tariff impacts on the global economy.

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Indonesia is prioritising its national interests in its ongoing negotiations over US tariffs, its senior economic minister says.

China does not seek war but is not afraid of it, and would fight if necessary, says Zheng Zeguang.

China supports dialogue and consultation "on equal footing" to settle trade and tariff disputes, says Finance Minister Lan Foan.

In Malaysia, a surprisingly small portion of agricultural land is dedicated to food production. Approximately 1.2 million hectares only are used for food crops, while the majority is used for oil palm (71.4%) and rubber (11.9%)

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Malaysia open to talks with US on trade deficit, non-tariff barriers, tech security, and possible bilateral trade deal.

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This fast-growing region, namely ASEAN plus China will likely double in economic size over the next decade, says Dr Yao Tang.