Malaysia’s median 5G speed ranked fastest in Southeast Asia, third globally
Malaysia's median 5G speed is at 485.25Mbps, ranked the fastest amongst Southeast Asian countries andthird globally.
Thu Oct 26 2023
Workers in Malaysia to see 2.8 pct real salary increase in 2022 - ECA
According to the latest Salary Trends Report, Southeast Asian countries are expected to see the fastest rate of salary increase next year.
Fri Nov 19 2021
UK Foreign Secretary begins week-long visit to three Southeast Asian countries
The UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss arrived in Malaysia on Sunday to begin her week-long visit to Southeast Asia to deepen economic and security links with fast-growing countries.
Sun Nov 07 2021
Controversy over AUKUS pact "overhyped", says UK armed forces minister
The plan has divided Southeast Asian countries, with Indonesia and Malaysia warning that it could lead to an arms race among rival superpowers.
Thu Oct 21 2021
ASEAN excludes Myanmar junta leader from summit in unprecedented move
A non-political representative from Myanmar will be invited to an upcoming summit of leaders from Southeast Asian countries this month.
Sat Oct 16 2021
ASEAN firms up South China Sea stance as Beijing lobbies over statement
Southeast Asian countries have altered a statement to be issued at Saturday's ASEAN summit to include references to militarization and island-building in the South China Sea.
Sat Apr 29 2017
Malaysia PM warns uneven growth could fuel extremism, instability in SE Asia
Southeast Asian countries needed to ensure their economic growth was inclusive, or risk marginalized populations turning to violent extremism or even overturning political systems.
Fri Apr 28 2017
ASEAN retracts strong statement on South China Sea rows: Malaysia
"Urgent amendments" would be made to the statement that expressed deep concern over recent events in the South China Sea.
Tue Jun 14 2016
US works on mechanisms with Southeast Asian countries to end human trafficking
The Unites States is working closely with countries in Southeast Asia on mechanisms to end human trafficking in the region.
Sun Nov 22 2015
Obama warns Asian territorial rows could 'spiral into confrontation'
China is locked in dispute with four Southeast Asian countries and Japan over several areas in the South China Sea.
Sat Nov 15 2014
Malaysia an attractive Asean hub for Indian pharmaceutical firms
Malaysia is fast emerging as a major manufacturing hub for Indian pharmaceutical companies, especially for exports to Southeast Asian countries.
Mon Jan 07 2013
'Obama will pay more emphasis in SEA region'
US Ambassador to Malaysia Paul W Jones said President Barack Obama's re-election will provide more room for active policy engagement with Southeast Asian countries.
Wed Nov 07 2012
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024