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Can Indonesia’s Prabowo build rapport with Trump and stave off US protectionism?
Concerns about Indonesia’s economy have emerged given Donald Trump’s distrust of multilateralism and climate change policies.
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Indonesia’s Prabowo on managing sea row: ‘partnerships better than conflicts’
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‘Hurry up’: Duterte says he is ready to face ICC in The Hague over drug war
Rodrigo Duterte taunts lawmakers that they might ‘miss the pleasure’ of seeing him in the International Criminal Court due to his age.
13 Nov 2024 - 10:56PM
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Ex-President Rodrigo Duterte attend a House hearing investigating the war on drugs during his administration on Wednesday. Photo: AP
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China’s baselines around Scarborough Shoal aim to ‘pressure’ Philippines: analysts
China declared its maritime baselines around Scarborough Shoal after the Philippines passed laws defining its maritime zones and sea lanes last week.
13 Nov 2024 - 6:21PM
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Lee Hsien Loong downplays fears of Taiwan conflict during Trump’s term
The ex-prime minister was responding to a question at a US forum about whether China would make a move on Taiwan over the next four years.
13 Nov 2024 - 6:22PM
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Airlines in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia cancel Bali flights due to volcano
Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki, an active volcano on nearby Flores island, spewed a tower of ash that reached 9km into the sky.
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Economics
Malaysia’s Anwar warns of impact from Trump’s plan to slap tariffs on imports
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says any new US tariffs will affect Malaysia regardless of its links with Brics.
13 Nov 2024 - 1:56PM
Technicians work at a semiconductor plant in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: AFP
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Philippines boosts coastguard fleet with 49 new ships from France, Japan
The French deal also promises local vessel production and technology transfer – as Manila plans to add 7,000 coastguard personnel by 2026.
13 Nov 2024 - 12:30PM
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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.
13 Nov 2024 - 11:08AM
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Malaysia’s former finance minister Daim Zainuddin dies at 86
The tycoon and key ally of ex-PM Mahathir Mohamad had spent his final years under scrutiny from anti-corruption investigators.
13 Nov 2024 - 4:25PM
Economics
Malaysia’s 5G roll-out award to tycoon fuels ‘crony-poly’ allegations
U Mobile, the smallest of the three bidders, is linked to tycoon Vincent Tan, who has close relations with Malaysia’s top political leaders.
13 Nov 2024 - 12:19PM
The logo of U Mobile is displayed at a monorail station in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Photo: Reuters
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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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
Indonesian protesters demand the closure of KFC and other fast food outlets over their perceived links to Israel. Photo: Getty Images
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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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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Former US president Donald Trump speaks at an agricultural policy event in Smithton, Pennsylvania, on September 23. Photo: Reuters
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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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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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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
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