North Korea says it tested air-defence missile, staged cruise missile drill
South Korea said on Nov 4 that Pyongyang fired multiple missiles towards the sea from the Sondok area on the east coast.
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US midterms: Democrats’ win could complicate Trump’s China diplomacy, but broader Asia policy unlikely to shift
Democrats have seized both chambers of Congress in a major blow to US President Donald Trump, shifting the balance of power in Washington as Asia watches for signs of policy change.
Commentary: Zetrix's financial collapse poses a major governance test for Anwar's government
A deepening financial crisis at Zetrix AI, a provider for digital government services, is presenting the Anwar Ibrahim administration with a governance dilemma, writes CNA’s Leslie Lopez.
A Chinese medicine’s popularity drove up donkey prices in Africa
The demand for donkey hides has grown exponentially over the past 15 years, driven mainly by demand from China. Lauren Johnston is a specialist on China trade with Africa. She has spent several years looking into the donkey trade, and has just published a book, China, Africa
In Malaysia, poultry farms face pressure to move as nearby residents complain about flies, smell
Farmers voice concern over food security while grappling with massive compliance and relocation costs.
With Iran war a huge vote factor, will Dems become peace party?
Nearly three-quarters of Americans who voted in Tuesday’s midterm elections and spoke with NBC exit pollsters afterward said that President Donald Trump’s illegal war of choice on Iran was a significant factor in their vote, a figure that opponents of US militarism said
Accountability Day
Let me offer an apology. When I wrote a month ago that “Plainly, Trump does not care about the mid-terms” I was wrong, at least in part. In the end he campaigned quite hard during the final weeks of the elections, culminating on November 2nd in one of the most bizarre
The main parties vying to form New Zealand's next government
WELLINGTON, Nov 5 - New Zealand votes in a general election on November 7 with opinion polls pointing to another close contest between the ruling centre-right National-led coalition and opposition parties, the largest of which is the centre-left Labour Party.
What are the main issues and policies in New Zealand's election?
Nov 5 - New Zealanders vote on November 7 in an election dominated by the cost of living, housing, jobs, public services and how to deal with a more uncertain world.
US slaps sanctions on Indian, Turkish firms and people for aiding Iran
WASHINGTON, Nov 4 - The US Treasury issued fresh sanctions on Wednesday against companies and individuals based in India and Turkey for their support of Iran, warning that it would continue to go after anyone who supported the Iranian government.
Credit card numbers may have leaked in cyberattack on Japan’s Muji
Electronics retailer Bic Camera also said it may also have been affected by the latest string of data leaks.
Indonesia’s food and fuel security drive invites scrutiny in Papua
Indonesia, the world’s fourth most populous country, is turning away from the global rice market. It stopped importing rice in 2025 and plans to stay out of the market in 2026. President Prabowo Subianto has defended the policy by pointing to the effect of foreign wars on
Strict environmental conditions imposed on data centres, says Malaysian PM Anwar
Malaysia has approved 117 data centres, of which 55 are already operational.
Sri Lanka opposition rallies against tougher terror laws
Protesters say the new legislation would hand sweeping powers to authorities and threaten civil liberties.
Female bus conductor in India dies after being pushed out of moving vehicle over fare dispute
The 24-year-old died after undergoing treatment for 10 days.
Prominent Indian free speech groups say police ordered X accounts removed
BENGALURU, Nov 4 - Two of India's most prominent digital rights and free speech groups said police in New Delhi have asked X to remove their accounts, accusing them of defaming a Hindu nationalist group linked to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Ransomware attacks on Japanese companies more than double in 5 years
A survey found that 37% of targeted Japanese firms paid ransoms.
12-year-old boy in Malaysia found dead after fire destroys 30 houses
The cause of the fire has yet to be established.
China seeks extradition of five Uyghurs from Thailand
BANGKOK, Nov 4 - Thailand will allow five Uyghur men to challenge a Chinese extradition request in court before approving their deportation, a Thai government spokesman said, with human rights groups warning they face the risk of torture if sent back.
Why Trump’s midterm rebuke won’t likely tank the buck
TOKYO – The dollar’s latest surge says as much about the rest of the world as it does about the US economy. At a 17-month high, the US currency is drawing global money chasing higher yields and the AI-driven growth story. That may give it the momentum to power through the
International politicians react to Democrats winning US midterms
Nov 4 - Governments and politicians around the world reacted to the Democrats winning the US midterm elections, a result that could have major implications for global trade, security and energy prices.
Democratic sweep a bigger win for Asia than markets realize
Asia’s markets reacted to the Democrats’ sweep of Congress as if the region had lost. Over the next year, it’s likely to come out ahead. The early selling was loud and narrow. South Korea’s benchmark plunged as much as 4% before finishing the day 0.6% higher. Japan’s Nikkei
China seeks arrest of five Uighurs held in Thailand: Bangkok
They are among more than 300 Uighurs who fled China and were held in Thailand in 2014.
Indonesia deploys over 20,000 troops to Jakarta amid wiretapping probe
Authorities have not confirmed that the military deployment in Jakarta is connected to the arrests of two senior police officers and former national police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo.
Trump's midterm rebuke gives trading partners room to resist
SEOUL/TOKYO/NEW DELHI/BEIJING, Nov 4 - A backlash against President Donald Trump's Republican Party over rising living costs in the midterm elections could embolden countries around the world to resist his combative trade policies, which have raised prices for American consumers.
Google to invest US$15 billion in Malaysia in 2027 and 2028
Google plans to open more data centre campuses in Malaysia in a move that is projected to sustain more than 9,000 local jobs per year.
China confirms talks with Russia, US on first trilateral meeting
A trilateral summit between China, Russia and the US has no modern precedent.
China says avoiding new hostilities in Middle East a ‘top priority’
Beijing wants Iran and the US to talk and to ease tensions in Yemen and the Strait of Hormuz.
Bangladesh to increase garment sector’s minimum wage
The South Asian nation of 170 million people is the world’s second-biggest garment exporter behind China.
Samsung’s Galaxy Buds get green light for hearing aid functions
The features are set to launch early in 2027 through software updates.
Seoul court upholds ex-president Yoon's election conviction
Former South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in December 2024, ordering troops to shut down parliament, before lawmakers defied the military to vote down the decree.
Bangladesh wage board meets as garment worker protests continue
DHAKA, Nov 4 - Bangladesh's newly formed wage board is set to hold its first meeting on garment sector wages on Wednesday, as protests for higher pay entered their fifth day.
Wage unrest tests Bangladesh garment industry’s low-cost edge
Protests began on Oct 31 around Dhaka, forcing hundreds of garment factories to suspend production.
Seoul court upholds ex-president Yoon’s election conviction
The ruling is a largely symbolic blow for Yoon, who has already been sentenced to life imprisonment for insurrection.
Indonesian ministers map out scope of joint task force with Singapore to fight forest fires
Jakarta sees the task force as a platform to strengthen information-sharing and mutual trust with Singapore.
North Korea fires several missiles into Sea of Japan
South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said its military "detected several missiles launched from the Sondok area of North Korea towards the East Sea on the morning of Nov 4".
China's AI race is heating up. Can Tencent hold its ground?
As AI reshapes China's tech industry, Tencent faces growing competition from rivals and AI startups. But the Chinese conglomerate’s vast WeChat ecosystem and gaming business could still give it an edge.
Prabowo sacks chief of staff Listyo over alleged wiretapping, palace says case may border on ‘treason’
A presidential spokesman said the dismissal was a “logical consequence” of Listyo being named a suspect in the case.
Malaysia ex-PM Mahathir touched by continued visits and prayers for late wife Siti Hasmah
He also apologised for being unable to visit his wife’s grave frequently and meet those who came to pay their respects.
Toxic air pollution surges in Indian capital
Pollution is expected to worsen ahead of Sunday's Deepavali, when firework displays add to the already poisonous air.
Delhi air quality worsens ahead of Diwali as firework restrictions enter force
On Wednesday morning, Delhi's air quality index reading stood at 377, in the "very poor" category.
Indonesia government says ex-police chief may have committed 'treason' by wiretapping president
Listyo Sigit Prabowo had served as the national police chief during the period of the alleged wiretapping.
Trump goes meekly as Democrats take Senate and House
Some key US Senate races haven’t yet been called, but as of late Tuesday, Democrats have flipped enough seats to secure majorities in both chambers of Congress—a clear rejection of President Donald Trump’s Republican Party by voters across the country. The decisive wins in the
Philippines, China pledge to maintain dialogue despite tensions
MANILA, Nov 4 - China and the Philippines pledged to maintain dialogue and communication despite strained ties, as both countries offered their own account of a recent call between their foreign ministers.
How China accidentally broke the West’s arms trade monopoly
As Russia has intensified its attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure in recent months, the deployment of fiber-optic drones has proven devastatingly effective. The drones use hair-thin cables to maintain direct connections with operators, making them highly resistant to
Cruise ship leaves Cambodia after forcing hundreds of passengers off
The vessel's owner said fuel price increases from the Iran war had made operations prohibitively expensive.