Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez urges China to take bigger role in multipolar order
Mr Sanchez is making his fourth visit to China in four years.
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Japanese PM revives push for constitutional reform talks as Hormuz risk looms
Ms Sanae Takaichi did not specify which clause of the constitution she wanted to see revised.
Taiwan’s Lai to visit Eswatini, its last diplomatic ally in Africa
This will be Mr Lai’s first trip outside of Taiwan since November 2024.
Taiwan president to visit Eswatini, last diplomatic ally in Africa
TAIPEI, April 13 - Taiwan President Lai Ching-te will visit Eswatini next week, his office said on Monday, the island's last remaining diplomatic ally in Africa.
Taiwan government should lead engagement with China on new measures, senior official says
TAIPEI, April 13 - Taiwan's government should lead engagement with China on a series of new steps Beijing has proposed loosening controls on trade and tourism, rather than relying on private party-to-party contacts, a senior Taiwanese security official said on Monday.
Taiwan government should lead engagement with China on new measures, says senior official
TAIPEI, April 13 - Taiwan's government should lead engagement with China on a series of new steps Beijing has proposed loosening controls on trade and tourism, rather than relying on private party-to-party contacts, a senior Taiwanese security official said on Monday.
Malaysia detains two tankers suspected of illegally transferring diesel
KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 - Malaysia's Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) said it has detained two tankers for allegedly conducting an illegal ship-to-ship transfer of about 700,00 litres of diesel off the island of Penang over the weekend.
Shinee's Taemin, Katseye, Bini: Asian and Asian-adjacent music acts shine at Coachella 2026
This year's Coachella music festival, happening from Apr 11 to 13 and 18 to 20 (Singapore time), features a slew of Asian artistes and acts with Asian heritage taking to the stage.
US, Australia and the Philippines hold second joint drills in South China Sea in 2026
The drills came ahead of the April 20 opening of the annual large-scale war games called Balikatan.
US to blockade Iran after talks fail to yield a deal
WASHINGTON, April 12 - The U.S. military said it will begin a blockade of all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports and coastal areas on Monday after weekend talks failed to reach a deal to end the war with Iran https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/, jeopardizing a
Suspected gas explosion in South Korea injures 15
Explosion at the three-story commercial building believed to have been caused by a gas leak.
US blockade of Iran will be major military endeavor, experts say
WASHINGTON, April 12 - A U.S. naval blockade of Iran is a major, open-ended military endeavor that could trigger fresh retaliation from Tehran and put tremendous strain on an already fragile ceasefire, experts say.
Video of Pakistani detainee escaping from Malaysian jail during transfer goes viral
The clip shows the man breaking away from a line of inmates getting down from the back of a truck.
US oil benchmark jumps 8%, surpasses US$100 after failed US-Iran talks
US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the US Navy would start blockading the Strait of Hormuz after marathon talks with Iran failed to reach a deal to end the war.
Political turmoil in Indian border state as nine million lose voting rights
Nine million voters have been dropped from rolls in West Bengal, raising concerns over exclusion and fairness.
Cyclone Vaianu leaves North Island clean-up underway in New Zealand
Power companies continued to report unplanned outages, while some roads remained closed.
Spanish premier Sanchez heads for fourth China visit, risks annoying Trump
MADRID, April 13 - Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez begins his fourth visit to China in as many years on Monday, underlining his determination to steer an independent course that has riled U.S. President Donald Trump https://www.reuters.com/world/us/donald-trump/.
'Out of control' diesel prices threaten Australia's crucial freight industry
Trucking operators say their costs have doubled in a vast country reliant on the industry to deliver goods.
‘Very troublesome’: Shenzhen’s e-scooter clampdown before APEC summit disrupts routines, exposes gaps
Often dubbed China’s “city of scooters”, Shenzhen’s sweeping crackdown on its ubiquitous electric two-wheelers ahead of a key regional forum is exposing tensions between safety and mobility.
Hungarian voters end 16 straight years of Orban’s far-right rule
Far-right Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán on Sunday conceded defeat to conservative European lawmaker Peter Magyar in parliamentary elections that ended 16 years of increasingly authoritarian Christian nationalist rule despite overt interference from the Trump
Same road, different rules: How Malaysia’s fuel crisis exposed its leaders’ double standards
Public anger grows over perceived double standards in leaders’ travel and advice.
Five emerging themes for the Indo-Pacific from Trump’s Iran war
“This is not our war.” That phrase, used by some European leaders to explain why they have refused to send forces to join America and Israel in their attacks on Iran, has become notorious in Donald Trump’s White House and has put the future of the transatlantic alliance in
Trump announces closure of Hormuz Strait as Iran talks falter
US President Donald Trump on Sunday announced a military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz as Vice President JD Vance’s negotiating team failed to gain the trust of Iranian counterparts, who have been burned by the United States before and are loath to surrender sovereignty over
At US-Iran talks, Pakistan’s field marshal takes centre stage
Field Marshal Asim Munir, a former intelligence chief, appears to be far more hands-on in matters of foreign policy than his predecessors.
Prabowo heads to Russia to secure energy, fertiliser stocks for Indonesia amid Middle East tensions
Indonesia is taking proactive steps to ensure its national energy resilience and secure agricultural materials it needs.
Three killed as armed men attack Pakistan Coast Guards in Arabian Sea
QUETTA, Pakistan, April 12 - Separatist insurgents killed three Pakistan Coast Guard personnel on Sunday in the first-ever attack on one of the maritime authority's patrol boats operating in the Arabian Sea, security officials said.
Australia PM to travel to Malaysia, Brunei for fuel talks
It is a continuation of regional efforts to shore up fuel supplies for Australia.
Trump says US to start blockading the Strait of Hormuz immediately
April 12 - President Donald Trump https://www.reuters.com/world/us/donald-trump/ on Sunday said the U.S. Navy would immediately start blockading the Strait of Hormuz and would also interdict every vessel in international waters that had paid a toll to Iran.
Australia and US boost support for critical minerals with $4.5 billion
The funding seeks to support Australian ventures to develop and refine metals vital to industries.
Australia and US boost support for critical minerals with $3.5 billion
SYDNEY, April 12 - Australia and the U.S. have committed more than A$5 billion ($3.5 billion) to back a range of critical mineral projects, nearly double the amount pledged when the two countries struck a co-operation agreement six months ago, Canberra said on Sunday.
Philippines says any energy deals with China must respect its sovereignty
Manila also said any deals would be made strictly in line with its Constitution.
Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of Orthodox Easter ceasefire violations
KYIV/MOSCOW, April 12 - Russia and Ukraine accused each other L1N40U064 on Sunday of breaching the 32-hour ceasefire L1N40S124 in their four-year war, reporting more than a thousand drone and shelling attacks just hours after the truce began on Saturday to mark Orthodox Easter.
Asha Bhosle: The sound of Bollywood dies aged 92
Her infectious voice got fans dancing and singing, becoming the soundtrack for generations of Indians.
Legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92
Bhosle recorded more than 12,000 songs in multiple Indian languages over a seven-decade career.
Australia pledges cyclone aid to Pacific neighbours
This comes after tropical cyclone Maila caused devastating floods and landslides that killed 11.
Indian singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92, ending 'extraordinary' journey
MUMBAI, April 12 - India's Asha Bhosle, known for her versatile repertoire and high-energy singing in countless Bollywood movies, has died at the age of 92 in Mumbai, drawing widespread tributes.
After near extinction, Vietnam’s beloved Phu Quoc ridgeback dog faces new challenges
Once nearly extinct, the native dog breed is making a comeback, but breeders face a tough challenge.
China plans to care for 400 million seniors by 2035, and Singapore has a stake
In March, the government announced plans to roll out a long-term care insurance system nationwide.
Legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle dies at 92
She won the Filmfare Best Female Playback Singer Award seven times and also received two National Film Awards.
Cambodia urges Thailand to resume talks on disputed border
Thailand had said earlier its government was not ready to resume talks.
Vietnam invites Pope Leo XIV for historic visit
Pope Leo expressed his “sincere thanks,” and his wish to visit Vietnam in the near future.
Indonesia on alert for prolonged dry season as El Nino nears
Most of Indonesia is currently transitioning into the dry season between April and June.