Lawrence Wong's new leadership aims for stronger Singapore-Malaysia engagement
Dr Oh Ei Sun said the new PM is expected to enhance engagement with the public in both Singapore and Malaysia.
Wed May 15 2024
Singapore, Malaysia ink MOU on Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone
The JS-SEZ is expected to further boost trade between Johor and Singapore.
Thu Jan 11 2024
Thailand hosts thousands of US troops for annual 'Cobra Gold' drills
Cobra Gold involves 7,394 personnel from 30 countries, with seven full participants including Japan, Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia.
Tue Feb 28 2023
Singapore, Malaysia to sign MOC in digital, green economy - Tengku Zafrul
Malaysia and Singapore are set to sign a MOC in digital and green economy, the first for Putrajaya amid the growth potential in both sectors.
Sat Jan 21 2023
People-to-people ties make Singapore-Malaysia relation "special" - Envoy
Vanu Gopala said the pandemic has reinforced how interdependent Singapore and Malaysia have been throughout the challenging times.
Thu Aug 18 2022
33,700 people cleared Singapore-Malaysia land checkpoints as at 5 pm, April 1: Report
A total of 33,700 travellers cleared the Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints as of 5 pm on Friday (April 1), the first day of the reopening of the Singapore-Malaysia land border, CNA reported today.
Sat Apr 02 2022
Singapore, Malaysia full resumption of travel to boost tourism, economy - MITI
Travellers may travel between both countries via land transport without border health measures and no longer restricted to a limited quota.
Fri Mar 25 2022
For stranded father, bittersweet reunion as Singapore-Malaysia border reopens
Almost two years later, an easing of restrictions this week finally allowed Mohammad Faris to see his family again.
Thu Dec 02 2021
Malaysia, S'pore further enhance transport cooperation with conclusion of RTS Link Grantor Agreement
Transport cooperation between Singapore and Malaysia was further enhanced following the conclusion of the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link Grantor Agreement on Nov 24.
Mon Nov 29 2021
Singapore, Malaysia reopen land border amid worries over the Omicron variant
Travellers must test negative for COVID-19 before departure, and Malaysia also requires travellers to pass the on-arrival COVID-19 test.
Mon Nov 29 2021
Govt plans to set up special vaccinated lanes for Singapore-Malaysia travellers
The government plans to set up special vaccinated travel lanes for those who travel between Malaysia and Singapore to facilitate cross-border travel between the two countries.
Thu Oct 28 2021
Singapore, Malaysia hope for reconciliation in Myanmar
Dr Balakrishnan said both countries still believe there should be no external interference in the domestic affairs of Myanmar.
Tue Mar 23 2021
Singapore, Malaysia work on recognising vaccine certificates to facilitate cross-border travel
Both countries will also continue to make progress on their respective national vaccination programmes to vaccinate long-term residents.
Tue Mar 23 2021
Report: Lee hopes to find way to hold annual retreat with Muhyiddin
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong hopes that he and his Malaysian counterpart Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin will find a way to hold the annual Singapore-Malaysia leaders' retreat this year.
Thu Jul 30 2020
Singapore-Malaysia talks on SOP for RGL and PCA on track
Discussions are on track to finalise Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to facilitate cross-border travel between Singapore and Malaysia.
Fri Jul 24 2020
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024