Thai Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Nikorndej Balankura confirmed Sunday that Thai and Cambodian leaders would meet in Malaysia for peace talks. The announcement came after a fourth day of clashes at the border between the two South East Asians countries. The Thai delegation, led by Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, is scheduled to meet with counterparts at Malaysia’s Prime Minister’s Office on Monday.

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Trump has said he sees a 50-50 chance of reaching a deal with the European Union, having vowed to hit dozens of countries with punitive tariffs unless they hammer out a pact with Washington by August 1. The EU is currently facing the threat of an across-the-board levy of 30 percent from that date.

The State Administration Council continues to invite individuals within various organizations, including the PDF, who are taking up arms against the state, to re-enter the legal fold.

The SAC is providing necessary assistance and support to those who choose to do so. On July 27, 13 members from the so-called MDY-PDF group, having understood and accepted the peace processes of the State and the Tatmadaw, have additionally rejoined the legal framework.

Union Minister for Ethnic Affairs Khun Thant Zaw Htoo, accompanied by relevant officials, visited the Union Ethnic Village (Yangon) on the morning of July 27 to inspect the ongoing upgrading activities as well as to assess the projects planned for the 2025–2026 fiscal year.