KUALA LUMPUR – In a move that signals a deepening bond between neighbours, Malaysia and Vietnam are gearing up to finalise a landmark agreement focused on the digital economy by August this year. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo shared the news following a cordial and forward-looking meeting with Vietnam’s Minister of Science and Technology, Nguyen […]
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BANGKOK – In a move that marks the closing of one chapter and the thoughtful beginning of another, Thailand’s second-richest man, 81-year-old Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi, has taken a deeply personal step: he has officially handed over the reins of his business empire to his five children. Charoen, the quiet force behind one of Southeast Asia’s largest […]
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KUALA LUMPUR: In a heartfelt message following his working visit to South Korea, Malaysia’s Works Minister, Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, expressed strong interest in deepening ties with Korea Expressway Corporation (KEC) — a move aimed at building smarter, safer, and more sustainable highways back home. Reflecting on his visit, which took place during the […]
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PETALING JAYA – Good news for travellers! Starting July 28, Batik Air is making travel more convenient and accessible with the launch of daily flights from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang (SZB) to two exciting destinations – Bangkok and Kuching. Imagine skipping the long journey to KLIA and instead flying out from right […]
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In a world where headlines shift quickly and alliances face new tests, one familiar figure is stepping forward with a quiet but powerful gesture of solidarity. King Charles, at 76 and still undergoing cancer treatment, is making a deeply symbolic journey to Canada — a country that continues to proudly recognize him as its monarch. […]
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PETALING JAYA — In a region often weighed down by bureaucracy and caution, Malaysia is bringing a breath of fresh pragmatism and hope to Southeast Asia’s approach toward Myanmar’s ongoing crisis. Experts say the country’s leadership, under Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, is taking a future-oriented, human-centered path that prioritizes people over politics—something that’s been long […]
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JAKARTA — As the world cautiously watches a new wave of Covid-19 spread through parts of Asia, Indonesia is holding steady, prepared but calm. While neighboring countries like Thailand, Singapore, and Hong Kong see rising cases, the Indonesian government is urging people not to panic, but to stay alert — and most importantly, to stay […]
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HANOI — In a bold move to clamp down on growing online threats, Vietnam’s Ministry of Information and Communications has ordered telecom companies to block access to the popular messaging app Telegram. The decision, outlined in an official document reviewed by Reuters, cites the platform’s alleged failure to cooperate in investigations related to serious criminal […]
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In a move that highlights growing ties in the region, Chinese Premier Li Qiang will be visiting Indonesia from May 24 to 26. Invited personally by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, this visit is expected to deepen friendship and cooperation between the two nations. Right after Indonesia, Premier Li will head to Malaysia to take part […]
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PUTRAJAYA – In light of the upcoming 46th ASEAN Summit from May 26 to 28, the Higher Education Ministry has given the green light for universities and colleges—both public and private—to conduct their classes either online or in person, depending on what works best for them and their students. This move comes as a practical […]
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