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China and the US reached a preliminary framework deal after talks in Kuala Lumpur, signaling a de-escalation of tensions and a potential step towards stabilizing their bilateral relationship ahead of a key tariff truce expiration.
Nearly two dozen world leaders are gathering in Kuala Lumpur for the 47th ASEAN summit, which includes discussions on regional issues like Myanmar's civil war, US tariffs, and border disputes, with notable attendees such as Trump, Li Qiang, and other global leaders, amidst criticisms of ASEAN's effectiveness and enforcement limitations.
Thailand and Cambodia are set to begin peace negotiations in Kuala Lumpur, mediated by Malaysia, amid ongoing deadly border clashes that have resulted in at least 22 deaths in Thailand. The Thai government criticizes Cambodia's good faith, while Cambodia calls for an immediate ceasefire. The talks include representatives from China and the US, aiming to resolve the conflict that has persisted for five days.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a frank 50-minute meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Kuala Lumpur, expressing US frustration over the lack of progress in ending the Ukraine conflict and discussing potential new approaches, amid ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine and evolving US-Russia diplomatic efforts.
Canada has reportedly relocated a majority of its diplomats stationed outside of New Delhi to Malaysia or Singapore amidst tensions with India over allegations of an Indian link to the killing of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. This move comes after India expressed its determination to reduce the number of Canadian diplomats in the country to achieve parity in diplomatic presence. The Indian government has given Canada until October 10 to reduce its diplomatic staff to match the number of Indian diplomats in Canada. The diplomatic row between India and Canada has also caught the attention of the US, with the US special envoy urging India to assist in the investigation into Nijjar's killing.
Chennai Customs intercepted a female passenger arriving from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, attempting to smuggle 22 snakes of various species and sizes, and a chameleon in her check-in baggage. The Parliament of India enacted the Wildlife Protection Act in 1972 to protect plants and animal species, just like the ones attempted to be smuggled.