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The economic leaders of the G20 met to address the regional impact of the situation in Ukraine. This story headlines the July 2022 issue of “ASEAN Today.”

Indonesian Channel’s Raissa Chentami co-hosted “ASEAN Today” from Jakarta with The Scoop’s Ain Bandial in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei.

Among other topics, the program discussed the legalization of cannabis in Thailand and the first female minister of Brunei.

Regarding the first point, Khanit Mipit, head of customs at the Sadao border post, said that between 5,000 and 7,000 people enter Thailand from Malaysia every day. For this reason, officials remind travelers that they should not carry articles with ingredients of cannabis to Malaysia, where these products are strictly illegal.

travelers from thailand are reminded not to bring cannabinoid items into malaysia, where these products are strictly illegal

Likewise, the customs chief pointed out that efforts continue to focus on suppressing illegal trade and tax evasion. He in turn emphasizes that immigration, local police, customs and disease control officials at border posts work to ensure safety and comfort.

Regarding the second point, Hajah Romaizah was remembered, who became the first Bruneian woman to access the position of minister. On June 8, the Prime Minister of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah, appointed her Minister of Education for a term of 4 years.

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The 125th episode of the informative and entertaining series “ASEAN Today” that celebrates 12 years of broadcasting. It can be viewed on the Internet and through ASEAN broadcasters, such as the Indonesian Channel.

“ASEAN today” is a joint production of the ASEAN Secretariat and the Indonesia Channel. Some materials are provided by broadcasters from member countries.