Malaysia set to chair ASEAN in 2025, backed by Indonesia, emphasising inclusivity and sustainability
Satvinder Singh conveyed the Secretariat's strong support for Malaysia's leadership, during a visit to Malaysia on Oct 2-3.
Mon Oct 07 2024
ASEAN foreign ministers to meet in Jakarta early next month
Foreign ministers from ASEAN are scheduled to meet in Jakarta on February 3-4, according to the ASEAN Secretariat.
Mon Jan 30 2023
ASEAN Secretariat needs to have some sense of urgency on Myanmar - FM Saifuddin
Saifuddin said the ASEAN secretariat must have a full-time team working on the conflict.
Mon Sep 05 2022
Proposed amendments needed for RCEP ratification to be tabled in Parliament soon, says Azmin
The proposed amendments to three Acts, which are necessary to complete the domestic ratification process of the RCEP, will be tabled in Parliament next month.
Thu Nov 25 2021
Malaysia reiterates call to strengthen ASEAN secretariat
Najib said the annual allocation of US$17 million to US$20 million was inadequate for the Secretariat to drive ASEAN forward.
Wed Jun 01 2016
Indonesia to consider help from neighbours to overcome haze
Indonesia is to consider accepting help from neighbouring countries if the haze from the fires in the republic prevails over the next three weeks, Indonesia's Ambassador to Malaysia said.
Thu Oct 08 2015
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes
Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024