Steel supplier for collapsed Bangkok building also sells products for Laos railway project
Two steel samples collected from the collapse site were found to be substandard.
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Latest North Korean ship can carry dozens of missiles, analysts say
In 2024, North Korea's leader stressed the importance of strengthening the country's navy.
New Indian bill proposes to revamp Muslim land management, faces backlash
New Delhi - The Indian government on Wednesday presented a bill in parliament that plans sweeping changes in the management of vast tracts of land set aside solely for Muslim use, potentially stoking tensions between the government and minority Muslims.
New Indian Bill proposes to revamp Muslim land management, faces backlash
Minister of Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju said the Bill should “be viewed as a “pro-Muslim reform".
Myanmar’s deadly earthquake brings diplomatic payoff for junta chief
The disaster has helped end his isolation by most world leaders.
UK couple's death in New Zealand probed as murder-suicide
The bodies were found after officers forced entry to a house in Roseneath, near Wellington, on Monday.
US lawmakers seek to rename street for Hong Kong's jailed Jimmy Lai
If passed, “1 Jimmy Lai Way” will run in front of Hong Kong’s trade office in Washington’s Dupont Circle area.
Bangkok’s condo oversupply problem may worsen over quake fears about high-rise buildings
It is likely to impact condo demand over the next three to six months, says an observer.
S. Korea mobilising ‘all resources’, closing tourist spots to curb violence after Yoon verdict
The court in downtown Seoul has become a flashpoint.
Vietnam to send deputy PM on US trip as tariffs loom, Bloomberg News reports
Vietnam's Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc and executives from companies including Vietnam Airlines JSC and Vietjet Aviation JSC will visit the United States this weekend as U.S. tariffs loom, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday.
New Hong Kong police chief to increase security work despite US sanctions
HONG KONG - Hong Kong's new police commissioner played down the impact of recent U.S. sanctions on Hong Kong and Chinese officials, while pledging to do more to safeguard national security in the financial hub.
China carries out live-fire exercises in drill encircling Taiwan - military
Such drills have become increasingly routine amid souring cross-strait ties.
China urges firms to follow local laws after Bangkok building collapsed during quake
A Chinese construction firm is under scrutiny after a skyscraper was the only major building to collapse in Bangkok.
Myanmar junta fires warning shots at aid convoy as groups seek access to earthquake victims
A Chinese foreign ministry spokesman said a Chinese Red Cross team and its supplies were safe.
Selangor fire: Police seek contractor near pipeline blast amid allegations of digging on Petronas reserve land
Authorities have also begun safety inspections on homes that were affected by the towering blaze.
South Korea’s former acting president Choi faces imminent impeachment threat
The National Assembly may propose to vote on an impeachment motion against him by the afternoon of April 4.
Myanmar quake: Scanner detects more than 70 people or bodies below collapsed Bangkok building
They were detected after rescuers began using heavy machinery to remove concrete slabs from the rubble.
Thailand may lose up to $10.7 billion from potential US tariffs, says official
Thai semiconductor exports may face tariffs of 25 per cent from the United States.
Vietnam to host China, EU leaders in coming weeks amid US tariff risks: Sources
The visits come as nations targeted with tariffs by the Trump administration recalibrate.
China’s new barges could make a tough task easier - invading Taiwan
Their debut suggests China may be closer to landing tens of thousands of troops on Taiwan's shores.
Japanese high school girl found dead in closet was stabbed in over 10 places
The suspect has admitted to stabbing the girl because he had “trouble” with her.
Myanmar junta rejects ceasefire proposals as quake deaths mount
A pro-democracy shadow government allied with Aung San Suu Kyi declared a two-week ceasefire.
Hit-and-run driver in accident involving late father of Shaun Chen has turned himself in
On Friday (Mar 28), the Malaysian actor shared a post on social media, revealing that his father succumbed to his injuries – hours after being hit by a car.
Seoul police to seal off Constitutional Court ahead of Yoon verdict on April 4
Large-scale rallies aside, many one-person protests have been held in front of the court’s entrance.
China’s war games around Taiwan over the years
China has vowed to bring Taiwan under Beijing’s rule, by force if necessary.
‘Their skin had peeled off’: Victims suffer serious burns from Malaysia gas pipeline fire
The massive fire injured more than 100 people during Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations on April 1.
2024 was South Korea’s hottest year in half a century
Due to high temperatures, the surrounding seas were also unusually warm.
South Korea’s acting president urges calm; tighter security ahead of Yoon impeachment ruling
Mr Han Duck-soo “strongly asked” politicians not to make any comments that could incite violence.
South Korea's acting president urges calm ahead of impeachment ruling
SEOUL - South Korea's interim leader Han Duck-soo called on the nation on Wednesday to accept any decision from the Constitutional Court on impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol in a calm manner.
Myanmar quake: Imam's grief for 170 killed as they prayed in Sagaing
Scores of Muslims in the town died when their mosques collapsed during Friday prayers at the end of Ramadan.
Australia to ‘stand up for national interests’ on US tariffs, says PM Albanese
Mr Albanese said Australia was not prepared to change its strict biosecurity controls on meat.
Australia to 'stand up for national interests' on US tariffs, says PM Albanese
SYDNEY - Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his rival in a May election, Liberal Party leader Peter Dutton, said they would stand up for the country's national interests in the face of looming U.S. tariffs that could hit Australian beef.
Retailers in Malaysia stop displaying smoking products from April 1
The government will be working with retailers to ensure they comply with proper enclosed cabinets by Oct 1.
China drills around Taiwan continue, gives them code name ‘Strait Thunder’
China’s military launched military exercises in the middle and southern areas of the Taiwan Strait.
‘We are helpless’: How Trump’s tariffs are hitting one Chinese factory owner
The duties have also upended small businesses in the US that depend on factories in China.
'I didn't feel able to come forward' - Chinese victims tell BBC about serial rapist
Police in London say PhD student Zhenhao Zou's "offending group is far greater" than they had realised.
New polling: Does ‘America First’ mean abandoning Taiwan and Korea?
This article, originally published by Pacific Forum, is republished with permission. In his first administration, Donald Trump’s “America First” doctrine reshaped US foreign policy, emphasizing economic nationalism, skepticism of military alliances and a focus on domestic
Taiwan’s new fighters struggle to close airpower gap with China
Taiwan’s acquisition of upgraded F-16V fighters marks a significant step forward, but does little to close the yawning gap with China’s rapidly modernizing air force. Last month, multiple news outlets reported that the US delivered the first of 66 F-16C/D Block 70 fighter jets
Myanmar quake: A symbol of Mandalay’s rapid growth comes crashing down
When the earthquake ravaged Myanmar, five stories of the Sky Villa condominium slid underground.
North Korea denounces US, Japan’s pledge at Hegseth visit to co-produce missiles
Pyongyang said the agreement would aggravate regional security risks.
Russian, Chinese foreign ministers discuss Iran's nuclear program and Korea, Russia says
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov discussed with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, the situation on the Korean Peninsula as well as Iran's nuclear program, the Russian foreign ministry said late on Tuesday.
IN FOCUS: China bets on ‘debut’, ‘ice and snow’, and ‘silver’ economies to drive domestic growth
China’s leaders are doubling down on winter tourism, “debut markets” and the silver economy to drive consumption and boost growth. Analysts say each area is promising but yet challenging.
