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ASEAN
– ASEAN ‘consensus’ urges Myanmar junta to end violence (Nikkei Asian Review, 4/24) – Vaccination in Southeast Asia: it’s complicated (Bangkok Post, 4/24)
Brunei Darussalam
– Leaders discuss cooperation in vaccine diplomacy (Borneo Bulletin, 4/6) – Sultan completes COVID vaccination schedule (Borneo Bulletin, 4/23)
Cambodia
– Cambodia closes markets to curb COVID-19, thousands plead for food (Channel News Asia, 4/24)
Indonesia
– S. Korea, Indonesia to soon resume fighter jet negotiations: official (Yonhap News Agency, 4/16) – Moon sends condolence letter to Indonesian leader over sub sinking tragedy (The Korea Times, 4/27) – Genexine signs vaccine supply deal with Indonesia (The Korea Herald, 4/27)
싱가포르
– Singapore Eyes SG$90 Billion in Infrastructure Bonds (The Diplomat, 4/14) – 7 ministries get new ministers in major Cabinet reshuffle (Channel News Asia, 4/23)