China says supports Thailand, Cambodia reconciliation

13 Sept 13:44 Key points summarised by AI

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed support for Thailand and Cambodia in resolving their decades-long border dispute, offering assistance to facilitate dialogue and rebuild mutual trust.
Wang Yi held separate meetings with his Thai and Cambodian counterparts during the Lancang-Mekong Cooperation Foreign Ministers' Meeting to discuss regional issues.
With Thailand, China committed to accelerating railway construction and encouraging Chinese investments, while seeking more policy support for its enterprises.
Wang Yi affirmed support for Cambodia's political stability and praised its crackdown on online gambling and wire fraud, urging continued strong measures against cross-border criminal activities.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.