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THIS WEEK IN ASIA
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Can ‘troublemaker’ Philippines acquire US-made missiles of its own?
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Malaysia’s former finance minister Daim Zainuddin dies at 86
10 minutes ago
Economics
Malaysia’s 5G roll-out award to tycoon fuels ‘crony-poly’ allegations
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Will Trump ‘close bases abroad’? Some in Japan are hopeful
1 hour ago
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Malaysia’s Sabah chief minister denies involvement in bribery scandal
12 Nov 2024 - 8:38PM
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OPINION
Richard Heydarian
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Why US influence in Southeast Asia could decline under Trump 2.0
13 Nov 2024 - 5:30AM
Douglas H. Paal
Opinion
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Trump will ask Asia-Pacific what it can offer. Leaders must think hard
11 Nov 2024 - 7:08AM
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Gagan Hitkari
Opinion
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South Korea may find itself stranded as North Korea’s sole adversary
10 Nov 2024 - 9:44PM
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Farhan Hanif Siddiqi
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Why India-Pakistan relations need a new era of engagement
9 Nov 2024 - 5:00PM
Ian Storey
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Why Southeast Asia should worry about North Korean troops in Russia
9 Nov 2024 - 10:00AM
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Fourth typhoon in as many weeks hits Philippines
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Pakistanis choke on toxic smog in Lahore
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Dozens killed in Pakistan rail station suicide bombing
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South Korea slaps travel ban on American live-streamer for ‘causing a commotion’
A convenience store worker reported Johnny Somali, real name Ramsey Khalid Ismael, to the police last month.
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Can ‘troublemaker’ Philippines acquire US-made missiles of its own?
1 hour ago
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Malaysia’s former finance minister Daim Zainuddin dies at 86
10 minutes ago
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
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.
10 minutes ago
Politics
Will Trump ‘close bases abroad’? Some in Japan are hopeful
US president-elect Donald Trump pressured Japan to pay more for American troops stationed on its soil during his first term.
1 hour ago
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South Asia
China demands joint security of its citizens in Pakistan after Karachi attack
The plan to deploy Chinese security personnel faces resistance from Pakistani authorities.
13 Nov 2024 - 12:55AM
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A member of the Airport Security Force ASF stands guard near the wreckage of vehicles after an explosion near Jinnah International Airport in Karachi, Pakistan on October 6. Photo: Reuters
Politics
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
East Asia
‘Boycotting men’: South Korean feminist movement gains traction after Trump win
Driven by gender inequality, sexism, and a backlash against male privilege, the movement reflects a growing global trend of resisting patriarchal norms.
12 Nov 2024 - 7:39PM
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South Korean women carry flags reading “Feminist” on International Women’s Day in Seoul on March 8. South Korea’s feminist movement “4B” of no dating, sex, marriage or having children with men, has gone viral in America and beyond since Trump won the election. Photo: AFP
Politics
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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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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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
Politics
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
East Asia
Japan pledges fresh US$65 billion for chips, AI to help narrow gap with China
The US and its allies are racing to keep ahead of China in AI-powering semiconductor capabilities, seen as essential to economic security.
12 Nov 2024 - 3:07PM
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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Health & Environment
‘Change is coming’: will Southeast Asia have to abandon universal healthcare?
Across Southeast Asia, rising costs and funding struggles are threatening the very foundations of public health systems.
9 Nov 2024 - 12:00PM
Mounting healthcare challenges have raised fears of a creeping privatisation as overstretched and underfunded state facilities seek new revenue streams. Photo: Shutterstock
Economics
Kuala London: aspiration, class and the Malaysian dream of a British education
In a country still shaped by its colonial past, the pursuit of a UK education by Malaysia’s elites reveals a stark opportunity gap at home.
3 Nov 2024 - 7:56AM
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Politics
‘The race is on’: Brics ramps up its challenge to the Western-led world order
The growing bloc, which seeks alternatives to Western-led institutions, is being leveraged by Beijing and Moscow to forge a multipolar world.
28 Oct 2024 - 8:37AM
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Economics
Huawei and Malaysia’s 5G future: unpacking the embrace of Chinese tech
The Chinese tech giant has emerged as the odds-on favourite to build Malaysia’s second 5G network – despite the West’s espionage concerns.
19 Oct 2024 - 11:49AM
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