Cambodia Reaffirms ASEAN Commitment to Tackling Illicit Arms Trade at UN
Representing ASEAN at the UN General Assembly, Cambodia stressed the need for enhanced regional and international cooperation to combat the illicit trade of small arms and light weapons, emphasizing information sharing and capacity building for regional stability.
Read up to 3 eligible full articles per Japan day (JST) for free
Create a free account to open up to 3 eligible full articles per Japan calendar day (JST). Headlines and summaries remain available across ASEAN 7.
Related articles
- Cambodia: 150 Flood-Affected Families Receive Food Aid in Banteay Meanchey
In Cambodia's Banteay Meanchey province, provincial authorities and the World Vision organization distributed food aid to 150 families affected by floods. The U.S. Embassy in Cambodia also participated, demonstrating solidarity and support for the affected communities.
- ASEAN Affirms Commitment to Combatting Illicit Arms Trafficking and Supporting Regional Mine Action Center
Cambodia's Ambassador to the UN, representing ASEAN, affirmed the bloc's commitment to strengthening regional and international cooperation to combat illicit trafficking of small arms and light weapons. The Ambassador also highlighted support for the ASEAN Regional Mine Action Center (ARMAC)'s efforts to address the humanitarian impact of mines and explosive remnants of war.
- US Orders Diplomatic Staff to Evacuate Saudi Arabia Amid Intensified Houthi Attacks
The US State Department has ordered diplomatic personnel and their families in Saudi Arabia to evacuate as soon as possible, citing intensified attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels. Similar evacuation plans are reportedly underway for diplomatic families in other Middle Eastern countries. This action comes amid a surge in Houthi attacks targeting civilian infrastructure.
- Cambodia Seeks Enhanced Humanitarian Aid Cooperation with Korea's WeLoveU Foundation
Cambodia's Ambassador met with the Secretary-General of Korea's WeLoveU Foundation in Seoul to discuss strengthening humanitarian aid cooperation, particularly expanding assistance to rural areas. The visit of the foundation's delegation to Cambodia and increased aid are anticipated around the 30th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2027.