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Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:22:44 +0800Cambodia urges Thailand to resume talks on disputed border
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said on Saturday (Apr 11) that he "strongly hopes" the two neighbours will be able to work together "quickly and with sincerity".
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:54:27 +0800War in Middle East takes a bite out of Filipino street food vendors
The soaring price of liquefied petroleum gas has hit the humble street vendors in import-dependent Philippines, as they grapple with rising fuel costs.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 13:23:46 +0800Indonesian president Prabowo to meet Putin in Russia for oil talks
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who recently travelled to South Korea and Japan, has defended his foreign travels.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:40:00 +0800China offers incentives to Taiwan following opposition leader's visit
The measures include the full resumption of flights between the two sides and permission for individuals from Shanghai and Fujian province to visit Taiwan.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:31:31 +0800China should abandon threats against Taiwan, US diplomat says
"We further expect China to abandon threats against Taiwan or military pressure. I believe this would help ease cross-strait tensions," said Raymond Greene, the de facto ambassador as head of the American Institute in Taiwan.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 06:08:00 +0800What’s new in Bangkok: Restaurants, bars, hotels and more
From back-street wine bars to world-class museums, new spots are sprouting up all over the world’s most visited city.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0800Malaysia’s work-from-home policy: Experts flag minimal fuel savings, businesses wary of economic fallout
As segments of Malaysia’s civil service gear up to work from home thrice a week, economists say fuel savings from the move will be minimal. But businesses warn expanding the policy will hurt the economy.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:34:43 +0800Malaysian soldier allegedly assaulted by corporal in Pahang camp dies, case reclassified as murder
Malaysia’s Defence Minister Khaled Nordin has vowed firm action and justice.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:55:00 +0800New rule: Singapore-registered driver first to be arrested in Johor for allegedly pumping subsidised fuel
If convicted, the man faces a fine of up to RM1 million (US$252,200), a maximum jail term of three years, or both.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:36:37 +0800Indonesia's Prabowo calls for criminal charges against firms resisting forest crackdown
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:38:00 +0800Why overtures by President Xi, KMT chair to other Taiwanese parties are unlikely to see breakthrough
In his meeting with visiting Kuomintang (KMT) leader Cheng Li-wun on Friday (Apr 10), Chinese President Xi Jinping said he was willing to work with all political parties in Taiwan to advance cross-strait ties.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:31:28 +0800Japan downgrades 'intimidating' China as ties sour
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:13:38 +0800India’s reverse brain drain gathers pace as professionals return home
More Indian professionals are returning home, drawn by strong growth in startups and tech, as tighter immigration policies and rising costs overseas reshape career choices.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:12:17 +0800Indonesia’s Finance Minister calls World Bank GDP growth downgrade a 'serious mistake'
The World Bank has lowered Indonesia’s economic growth forecast to 4.7 per cent, down from 4.8 per cent it projected in October last year, citing external pressures including higher global oil prices and increased investor caution.