
PM's WEF dialogues - From Manchester United, regional challenges to balancing global superpower dynamics
On South China Sea, the PM says any resolution must be a collaborative solution, regardless of Western world's views on it
Thu Jan 23 2025

ASEAN tells Myanmar junta peace, not election, is priority
Malaysia wants to know what Myanmar has in mind, says Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan.
Mon Jan 20 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The hidden struggles hehind Malaysia’s GPI ranking
Essentially, a nation may appear peaceful externally but lack the critical structures to sustain peace during stress or upheaval.
Tue Jan 14 2025

Indonesia to intensify defence partnerships and maritime security, top diplomat says
Sugiono says Indonesia will push for an ASEAN-China South China Sea code of conduct, prioritizing ASEAN's centrality.
Fri Jan 10 2025
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[COLUMNIST] Malaysia at the Helm: Steering ASEAN toward a resilient future
By championing a shared vision of inclusive growth, Malaysia can present a cohesive front during its chairmanship.
Fri Jan 03 2025

Leading the pack - Malaysia readies itself as ASEAN Chair 2025
There is high hope for Malaysia to lay out the foundation towards implementable action plans for this newer cohort of ASEAN leadership.
Tue Dec 31 2024

China sends largest naval fleet in decades to region, threat level severe, Taiwan says
Taiwan's military raises its alert, saying China reserves airspace and deploys naval and coast guard vessels.
Tue Dec 10 2024

Philippines, China trade accusations on new South China Sea confrontation
Chinese coast guard vessels fired water cannons and side-swiped a Manila fisheries bureau boat on the way to deliver supplies to Filipino fishermen in the area.
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

Malaysia to address South China Sea issues As ASEAN Chair next year
Malaysia is committed to resolving disputes in the South China Sea constructively through diplomatic channels and appropriate forums.
Wed Nov 27 2024

Malaysia to protest to Philippines over its new maritime laws
Datuk Mohamad Alamin says the government found the reference documents reviewed touch on claims to the Malaysian state of Sabah in Borneo.
Thu Nov 14 2024

Indonesian president says he will safeguard sovereignty in South China Sea
Partnerships are better than conflicts, and 'we respect all powers,' says Prabowo Subianto.
Thu Nov 14 2024

China opposes new Philippine maritime law, vows to protect South China Sea 'sovereignty'
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed laws defining maritime entitlements and setting sea and air routes to strengthen the Philippines' sovereignty.
Mon Nov 11 2024
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[OPINION] Malaysia’s narrative in the South China Sea: Leveraging the public and national partnerships
The South China Sea situation has grown increasingly complex, with regional actors adopting evolving strategies.
Thu Nov 07 2024

NATO-type Southeast Asian security group not feasible, Philippines minister says
The Philippines calls on Southeast Asian leaders and China to urgently speed up negotiations on a code of conduct for the South China Sea.
Wed Nov 06 2024
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[COLUMNIST] Trump’s Gaza (pipe) dream
The Gaza plan is dangerous and counter-productive as it's merely another recipe for regional instability.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Sivasangari eyes new career-high in world rankings
After climbing to a career-best world number seven, national women's squash ace S. Sivasangari is determined to keep rising.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Outburst against Steven Sim: DAP will probe if there's a complaint - Loke
DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke says the disciplinary committee has not received any reports related to the incident so far.
Wed Feb 19 2025

US judge will not block Elon Musk from firing federal workers, accessing data
The case raises questions about Musk's apparent unchecked authority as a top deputy to President Donald Trump.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Dozens of false killer whales stranded on remote Australian beach
Rescue crews trying to save the majority of the large dolphins that survived the ordeal, according to authorities.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Trump restricts AP access over Gulf of Mexico issue
The AP, citing editorial standards, says it would continue to use the gulf's established name.
Wed Feb 19 2025

China to fly back 200 nationals rescued from Myanmar scam centres, Thai official says
This is part of a multinational effort to crack down on illegal online operations run from the region.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Somber Tiger Woods back in action in TGL loss to New York GC
Tiger Woods makes his first start since the death of his mother when he competed in a TGL match at Palm Beach Gardens.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Brazil's ex-President Bolsonaro charged in alleged coup plot
A total of 34 people were charged, including several military officials.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Trump and Musk target tax enforcers, rocket scientists, bank regulators for job cuts
Concerns grow over transparency, oversight, and Musk's influence on government operations.
Wed Feb 19 2025