BANGKOK -- The Thai government is closely monitoring the melioidosis situation amid the ongoing concern over the rising trend of infections, as a total of 732 cases have been recorded nationwide from Jan. 1 to April 16, with 23 deaths, an official said on Saturday.
Deputy Government Spokesperson Lalida Periswiwatana said melioidosis is caused by bacteria found in soil and water, which can enter the body through wounds, inhalation of dust particles, or consumption of contaminated water. (Thailand-Melioidosis-Alert)
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ISLAMABAD -- Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir underscored the need for dialogue, de-escalation, and peaceful resolution of outstanding issues through sustained diplomatic engagement during talks with the Iranian leadership, the military said on Saturday.
Munir, who concluded a three-day official visit to Iran, called for bringing sustainable peace to the region, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan Army, said in a statement. (Pakistan-Iran-Visit)
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PHNOM PENH -- Cambodia has seen a total of 71,191 foreign tourists traveling across the country during its three-day traditional New Year holiday, said a Ministry of Tourism's report on Saturday.
The Southeast Asian country celebrated its lunar New Year from April 14 to 16. (Cambodia-New Year-Tourist)
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JAKARTA -- Indonesia is exploring potential energy cooperation with Russia, including plans to develop oil refineries and storage facilities, the country's Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia said on Friday.
The initiative forms part of the government's broader efforts to strengthen national energy security and expand downstream capacity in the oil and gas sector. (Indonesia-Russia-Energy) Enditem
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