Indonesia accuses EU of 'regulatory imperialism' with deforestation law

13 Sept 23:52 Key points summarised by AI

Indonesia strongly criticizes the EU's new deforestation law as 'regulatory imperialism,' fearing it will unfairly harm its exports and small farmers.
Despite the dispute, Indonesia will continue negotiations for a comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA) with the EU, while also holding separate consultations to address concerns over the deforestation rules.
The EU law, which prohibits imports of commodities linked to forest destruction, is projected to impact approximately 6 billion euros of Indonesia's annual exports, particularly palm oil.
Indonesia demands the EU recognize its existing sustainable export standards and warns it is prepared to delay FTA talks if its concerns, including potential 'high risk' labeling and costly inspections, are not adequately resolved.

Uthenthawai students and alumni declare truce with Pathumwan rivals

Yesterday 20:34 Key points summarised by AI

Uthenthawai students and alumni have pledged to cease violent clashes with Pathumwan Institute rivals, coinciding with their campus's reopening after a 90-day closure.
The Minister of Higher Education is mediating the long-running conflict, while the campus closure has significantly disrupted in-person classes and laboratory work for over 1,000 students.
Uthenthawai resists relocation from its current site, citing a historical land grant from King Rama VI, despite Chulalongkorn University's plans to reclaim the land for an educational hub.
Concerns are mounting over the legality of the campus closure, its detrimental impact on uninvolved students, and the potential commercial development of the land, which critics argue contradicts the late King Rama VI's intentions.