IEA says oil from emergency stocks to flow immediately in Asia
Buyers in Asia are clamouring to replace barrels lost to war-related disruptions in the Middle East.
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UN delivers emergency aid to Afghans displaced by conflict with Pakistan
Before the conflict flared up, the UN had said that nearly half of Afghanistan - 21.9 million people - would need humanitarian aid this year.
Thailand warns of heatstroke risk amid hot season after 21 deaths recorded in 2025
Thailand's summer period typically runs from late February to mid-May.
Malaysia to probe claims of foreign patients exploiting loophole for free treatment at hospitals
The allegations are believed to have stemmed from a Kuala Lumpur Hospital nurse's posts.
Painted friends comfort Sero, zebra famous for escaping from South Korea zoo
Fine arts students from Sejong University painted murals of zebras in April 2025.
South Korea ‘closely monitoring’ Trump call to send warships to Hormuz
South Korea relies heavily on energy imports, including through the Strait of Hormuz..
India arrests another suspect in Bangladesh uprising leader’s killing
India arrested the pair on March 8 and they remain in police custody.
India arrests another suspect in Bangladesh uprising leader's killing
Sharif Osman Hadi's death set off violent protests in Bangladesh, with angry mobs torching several buildings including two major newspapers deemed to favour India, as well as a prominent cultural institution.
Japan to release oil stocks as US says buy American
Tokyo pledged to release a record 80 million barrels of oil, about 45 days of supply for the nation.
Malaysia businessman Farhash Wafa Salvador denies involvement in boardroom tussle at government tech provider NexG
CNA had reported that the former political aide to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was told by the premier to back off from such a move, but Farhash says he did not receive any such order.
Japan says bar high for sending warships to protect Gulf oil lane
Senior Japanese policy adviser did not rule out the possibility but said it has to be considered carefully.
Pakistan says it hit military facilities in Afghanistan
This is the latest of repeated clashes at the border in recent weeks.
Base effect: US power projection and the danger of dispersion
Before the US and Israeli attacks against Iran and Iran’s retaliation, you’d be excused if you didn’t know that the US has a plethora of military bases in the Middle East – that have now been targeted by Tehran – and around the world. As it is highly topical, today we explore
US, China economic chiefs meet in Paris to clear path to Trump-Xi summit
Analysts said that with little time to prepare and Washington's attention focused on the US-Israeli war with Iran, prospects for a major trade breakthrough are limited.
Singapore, Japan sign framework to boost collaboration in energy sector
Under the framework, both countries will strengthen collaboration in areas such as cross-border electricity imports, civil nuclear energy and liquefied natural gas, among others.
Malaysia woos tourists with ‘balik kampung’ experience during the festive season
Tourists have been visiting Malaysia to join celebrations including Chinese New Year and Hari Raya.
More expensive dates? How the Mid-East conflict is affecting supply of Ramadan food in S-E Asia
While Malaysia and Singapore have yet to feel the impact due to pre-ordered stocks, traders expect price hikes soon.
Taiwan says large-scale Chinese military flights return after unusual absence
Taiwan's defence ministry said on Sunday that it had detected 26 Chinese military aircraft, concentrated in the Taiwan Strait, over the previous 24 hours.
Taiwan says large-scale Chinese military flights returning after unusual absence
Taiwan’s defence ministry said it detected 26 Chinese military aircraft concentrated in the Taiwan Strait.
Stopping exports is ‘last resort’: Malaysia Deputy PM
He said the situation remains stable due to the nation’s strong economic and fiscal position.
Iran war brings fuel risk to Indonesia ahead of Eid travel surge
Petrol consumption is expected to increase 12% relative to normal conditions between March 12 and 31.
North Korean leader Kim observes test of rocket launch systems with daughter
South Korea’s military said that it detected about 10 ballistic missiles fired from North Korea’s capital region toward the eastern sea.
Communist Party fields nearly 93% of candidates as Vietnam holds parliament elections
Parliament chairman Tran Thanh Man told local media the election results would be announced on Mar 23.
Australian government deploys military to assist flood-hit Northern Territory
SYDNEY, March 15 - Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Sunday that troops would be deployed to help communities hit by a days-long flood emergency in the country's north.
Vietnam votes as Communist Party fields nearly 93% of parliamentary candidates
HANOI, March 15 - Tens of millions of Vietnamese were voting on Sunday to elect members of parliament from a list of candidates almost exclusively fielded by the Communist Party, ensuring the party's continued overwhelming dominance.
Asia’s EVolution: In the mountains of Mindanao, a copper fight with global stakes powered by electric vehicles
In this first part of a series on electric vehicles in Asia, CNA examines how one of Southeast Asia’s largest untapped copper deposits in Mindanao could boost the Philippines’ role in the global EV supply chain.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and daughter oversee test launch of multiple rocket launchers
It comes after the United States and South Korea launched annual major drills in South Korea.
Global brokerages chase Indonesia’s retail investor boom as regulators clean up stock market
The authorities have issued billions of rupiah in fines as they seek to restore trust in South-east Asia’s largest equity market.