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
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend
A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024
TikTok decision coming soon as Jan. 19 divestment deadline looms
Judges are reviewing TikTok's challenge to a law requiring ByteDance to sell its US assets by Jan. 19 or face a ban.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Lebanese sources: Biden, Macron set to announce Israel-Hezbollah truce
In Washington, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, "We're close" but "nothing is done until everything is done".
Tue Nov 26 2024
PM meets chaebol tycoon to attract more FDI to Malaysia
Chaebols are prominent figures from South Korea's family-owned conglomerates.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Govt won't allow non-citizen vehicles to enjoy RON95 subsidy - Economy Ministry
The implementation of the RON95 subsidy in 2025 is expected to provide savings of RM3.6 billion to government expenditure.
Tue Nov 26 2024