Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said on Saturday (Apr 11) that he "strongly hopes" the two neighbours will be able to work together "quickly and with sincerity".

The soaring price of liquefied petroleum gas has hit the humble street vendors in import-dependent Philippines, as they grapple with rising fuel costs.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who recently travelled to South Korea and Japan, has defended his foreign travels.

The measures include the full resumption of flights between the two sides and permission for individuals from Shanghai and Fujian province to visit Taiwan. 

"We further expect China to abandon threats against Taiwan or military pressure. I believe this would help ease cross-strait tensions," said Raymond Greene, the de facto ambassador as head of the American Institute in ‌Taiwan.