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Can ‘troublemaker’ Philippines acquire US-made missiles of its own?
The Philippines aims to enhance its defence capabilities by buying its own mid-range missiles, but questions about feasibility loom large.
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Malaysia’s former finance minister Daim Zainuddin dies at 86
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Southeast Asia
Thailand adds extra holidays to boost tourism, aims to top pre-pandemic numbers
In 2025, Thailand will add two public holidays and extend the New Year break to boost tourism and the economy.
12 Nov 2024 - 9:07PM
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People visit the Golden Mount Temple at Wat Saket, an Ayutthaya-era Buddhist shrine, during sunset in Bangkok. Photo: AFP
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Malaysia’s Sabah chief minister denies involvement in bribery scandal
Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor is being implicated as the ‘top leader’ in alleged attempts to bribe local elected representatives.
12 Nov 2024 - 8:38PM
Health & Environment
Financing for Southeast Asia’s energy transition hangs in balance at Cop29
Leaders at ongoing climate summit need to signal a renewed push for phasing out fossil fuels and mobilise finances to do so, analysts say.
12 Nov 2024 - 7:30PM
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Economics
KFC Indonesia closes more stores as anti-Israel boycott causes surge in loss
The US fast food chain’s local operator also laid off more staff as its loss more than tripled in the third quarter.
12 Nov 2024 - 6:43PM
Southeast Asia
Chinese pressure on Manila in disputed sea intensifies, sparking Australia ties
Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro claims China’s actions are contrary to international law and closer ties with partners like Australia are crucial.
12 Nov 2024 - 6:18PM
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Chinese Coastguard vessels fire water cannons towards a Philippine resupply ship in May. Photo: Reuters
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South China Sea: can Manila make Beijing pay US$1 million fines for trespassing?
A Philippine senator says sanctions of up to US$1 million are possible under new maritime laws, but analysts doubt they are enforceable.
12 Nov 2024 - 5:38PM
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Lifestyle & Culture
Thai drama sparks anger over cat being sedated to portray poisoning
The scene in Mae Yua, or The Empress of Ayodhaya, has led to accusations of animal cruelty and a probe by Thai authorities.
12 Nov 2024 - 4:57PM
Economics
With Trump’s victory, Malaysia sees more interest from Chinese firms to relocate
US president-elect Donald Trump has pledged to slap 60 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods during his campaign trail.
12 Nov 2024 - 4:37PM
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Doing an ‘amazing’ job: Trump showers praise on Indonesia’s Prabowo during call
The Indonesian leader shared a video of the conversation, where he received warm compliments from the incoming US president.
12 Nov 2024 - 6:33PM
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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto reviews the honour guard during a welcome ceremony in Beijing on November 9. Photo: EPA-EFE
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Will Trump deport the thousands of Filipinos living in the US illegally?
Immigration was a key issue for many US voters, including Filipino-Americans, reflecting a growing conservatism among the community.
12 Nov 2024 - 10:45AM
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Politics
Singapore’s PM Wong and China’s Vice-Premier Ding reaffirm close ties
Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang met with Singapore’s leaders to discuss partnerships in areas such as trade and sustainable development.
11 Nov 2024 - 7:27PM
Politics
Will Indonesia-China development pact validate Beijing’s South China Sea claims?
Indonesian experts agree that the deal will legitimise China’s ten-dash line and create a border dispute for Indonesia where there is none.
12 Nov 2024 - 3:30AM
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Politics
Malaysians split over home detention plan for prisoners – leniency gone too far?
The government has also dismissed speculations that the plan is linked to jailed ex-prime minister Najib Razak.
11 Nov 2024 - 6:12PM
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The entrance of Sungai Buloh Prison, in Shah Alam, Malaysia. Photo: EPA-EFE
Southeast Asia
Singapore man charged with stabbing Catholic priest in mouth during mass
Basnayake Keith Spencer, 37, is accused of stabbing the parish priest during Saturday evening mass at St Joseph’s Church.
11 Nov 2024 - 4:30PM
Southeast Asia
Vietnam threatens to block Chinese retailers Shein and Temu over licences
Fast-fashion retailer Shein has been selling to Vietnam for at least two years. Temu began allowing users in the country to shop last month.
12 Nov 2024 - 10:39AM
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Politics
New bullying row engulfs scandal-mired Malaysian military varsity
The latest case involves a first-year student who required hospital treatment for fractures to ribs and spine after being beaten by a senior.
11 Nov 2024 - 1:17PM
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People
From Gaza to Malaysia: a Taiwanese surgeon recounts the horrors of Israel’s war
Wu Yi-chun wasn’t prepared for the profound suffering he witnessed while working in Gaza. But he’s still preparing to return.
11 Nov 2024 - 5:20PM
Taiwanese surgeon Wu Yi-chun performs surgery at Nasser Hospital in the Gaza Strip. Photo: Medecins Sans Frontieres
Politics
New Philippine sea laws that sparked China’s fury to ‘stress’ foreign ships
Analysts say the Maritime Zones Act and Archipelagic Sea Lanes Act don’t expand Manila’s claims in the waterway, but China is unconvinced.
11 Nov 2024 - 8:00AM
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Southeast Asia
Philippines to evacuate 2,500 villages ahead of Severe Storm Toraji
Nearly 700,000 people are still sheltering after their homes were destroyed by tropical cyclones Trami, Kong-rey and Yinxing.
10 Nov 2024 - 6:50PM
Southeast Asia
Indonesia’s President Subianto calls for collaboration with China before US trip
The new leader reiterated Indonesia’s non-alignment after signing US$10 billion in new deals in Beijing, now bound for talks in Washington.
10 Nov 2024 - 5:39PM
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