
Trump hails taking back of Panama Canal, Hong Kong Inc walks tightrope
The former British colony is caught between Beijing and Washington, underlined by CK Hutchison's decision to sell its ports network.
Fri Mar 07 2025

China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands
Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025

US aid freeze risks handing influence to China in Beijing's backyard
Beijing has doubled its contributions over the past three years to the Cambodian Mine Action Centre.
Wed Feb 12 2025

How should China respond to Trump? Ask DeepSeek
The seven-point DeepSeek answer covered possible responses from Beijing from targeting industries in states like Michigan and Wisconsin with new tariffs.
Mon Feb 03 2025

Beijing unveils plans to boost driverless vehicle use in capital
Autonomous vehicles that pass road testing and safety assessments will be allowed to apply for road trials.
Tue Dec 31 2024

Batik Air announces new routes to Beijing and Changsha
Batik Air has unveiled its latest route expansion, connecting travellers from Malaysia to Beijing and Changsha in China.
Wed Dec 25 2024

China and Japan expected to discuss seafood ban on Wednesday
Beijing imposed the ban last August after Tokyo began releasing treated radioactive water from the wrecked Fukushima nuclear plant.
Tue Dec 24 2024

Malaysia's missing MH370 plane: What we know, 10 years on
The Boeing 777 went missing on its way from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing on March 8, 2014.
Fri Dec 20 2024

China ready to go deeper into debt to counter Trump's tariffs
Beijing is expected to gradually take on greater fiscal responsibility as local municipalities are too deep in debt.
Tue Dec 10 2024

China calls on universities to provide 'love education'
Beijing has been promoting various measures to try to make having children more attractive to young couples.
Fri Dec 06 2024

How China could retaliate against new US chip curbs
Washington's new curbs on China's semiconductor industry are fanning fears that Beijing could strike back.
Wed Dec 04 2024

Indonesia yet to agree joint development areas with Beijing in South China Sea, minister says
Indonesia Foreign Minister says no areas yet been specified to work with China on jointly developing fishing or extracting other resources.
Tue Dec 03 2024

US, China swap detained citizens after years of diplomacy
The US also changes its travel advisory for China, lowering its risk warning.
Thu Nov 28 2024

China state media warn Trump against mutually destructive tariff war
Donald Trump is threatening Beijing with far higher tariffs than the 7.5%-25% levied on Chinese goods during his first term.
Wed Nov 27 2024

Myanmar rebel army ready for dialogue with junta, with China's help
China puts pressure on rebels amid the rapid degeneration of the military, which Beijing has long seen as a guarantor of stability.
Tue Nov 26 2024

The end of cheap palm oil? Output stalls as biodiesel demand surges
Palm oil now trades at a premium over soybean oil, reversing past discounts.
Mon Mar 10 2025

UK Minister’s visit reinforces shared commitment to secure and resilient growth
The UK and Malaysia will step up cooperation to drive economic growth through trade and investment in key sectors.
Mon Mar 10 2025

Mark Carney, crisis-fighting central banker, to lead Canada through US trade war
Mark Carney argues Canada must fight Trump's tariffs with dollar for dollar retaliation and diversify trading relations in the medium term.
Mon Mar 10 2025

China vows utmost efforts for 'peaceful reunification' with Taiwan
China will also take all necessary steps to safeguard the country's territorial integrity, it's foreign ministry says.
Mon Mar 10 2025

Hanoi bans tours on Train Street
The tourism department urges travel agencies to warn staff about traffic accident risks near train street cafes.
Mon Mar 10 2025

Room for talks on opposition MP allocations - PM
PM says issues can be raised in meetings, and the draft MoU on opposition allocations can be amended if needed.
Mon Mar 10 2025

Philippines' Duterte says he will accept arrest if ICC issues warrant
The International Criminal Court is set to issue a warrant over Rodrigo Duterte's years-long "war on drugs" that killed thousands.
Mon Mar 10 2025

May 6 decision on Najib's representation to drop RM27 mln SRC money laundering charges
The prosecution is requesting a new case management date to update on the outcome of the representation.
Mon Mar 10 2025

Doctor rearrested over multiple indecent behaviour claims
According to police, the doctor's initial remand period ends today but he was rearrested in connection with the third police report.
Mon Mar 10 2025

Malaysia has to sign at least eight protocols to use nuclear energy - MOSTI
Chang Lih Kang says nuclear energy use is regulated by international conventions and UN Security Council resolutions.
Mon Mar 10 2025