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Singapore's Central Narcotics Bureau arrested three men on July 27 after dismantling a drug operation spanning multiple residential blocks. Officers seized 5.52kg of cannabis, 132g of ice, 145g of ketamine and four LSD stamps worth $142,000.
Thai police conducted a major raid on a luxury Nonthaburi hotel allegedly operated by Chinese nationals as a hidden gambling and drug distribution hub. Four suspects were arrested in Operation Dragon Nest.
Cambodia's Hun Manet and Thailand's Anutin Chanvirakul will attend the World AI Conference 2026 in Shanghai on July 17, meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang. The visit comes as both nations remain locked in border disputes with no substantive talks since December.
Malaysia's Defence Ministry has launched the National Defence Strategic Plan and Defence Capacity Blueprint for 2026-2030, aiming to enhance preparedness against evolving security threats including geopolitical tensions and technological disruption.
Asean and Russia have adopted a five-year cooperation plan at a summit in Kazan, Russia, reaffirming their commitment to deeper engagement across trade, maritime affairs, energy and security sectors while celebrating 35 years of diplomatic relations.