How a small oil-sharing project in ASEAN offers hope beyond energy security

Small-scale projects can help ASEAN move quickly, as shown by inking of nascent oil-sharing pilot

ASEAN seeks ‘calibrated engagement’ with Myanmar: Statement

Thailand has been leading efforts to normalise relations with Myanmar.

Malaysian govt studying feasibility of mandatory WhatsApp identity verification to curb online scams

The proposal is being studied after an increase in cases involving the misuse of the app by scammers.

Singapore-Indonesia haze task force should become ASEAN-wide platform: PM Wong

He also urged restraint over Thailand-Cambodia border tensions and said Myanmar must show "concrete actions" before returning fully to the regional bloc.

ASEAN-China sea code still elusive despite earlier commitment to conclude by end-2026

ASEAN reaffirms engagement with Myanmar, seeks to advance peace plan

ASEAN leaders keep pressure on Myanmar to end violence, while reaffirming engagement under the bloc’s five-point peace plan, Ferdinand Marcos Jr says.

Melaka result bolsters Malay political alliance, posing tougher challenge for Malaysia PM Anwar ahead of GE

The landslide victory showcased how a BN-PN alliance could achieve success at the next Malaysian general election, while dealing a blow to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s Pakatan Harapan and its tentative efforts to forge an electoral understanding with Muhyiddin Yassin’s Bersatu.

Drone ownership ban comes into force in Beijing over security concerns

The ban applies to both urbanised and rural areas in the municipality of around 16,400 sq km.

What should ASEAN focus on amid global uncertainty? PM Wong suggests 3 areas

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong was speaking at the plenary session of the 49th ASEAN Summit in the Philippine capital of Manila.

Cambodian PM Hun Manet calls for Francophone mediation network amid border tensions

Francophonie summit set to adopt key declarations on conflict prevention and heritage on Nov 16.

Dead as a prank? Young South Koreans turn to AI for fake funeral portraits

The practice has recently gained popularity among teenagers and people in their 20s.

Malaysia’s Melaka declares Nov 16 a special holiday after BN-PN election victory

The move was to show gratitude to Melakans for renewing the pact’s mandate to govern.

Philippines, Australia sign updated defence agreement

Australia and the Philippines sign an updated defence pact covering maritime activities, information-sharing and infrastructure cooperation.

Ab Rauf sworn in for second term as Melaka Chief Minister in Malaysia

The Barisan Nasional-Perikatan Nasional pact have a two-third majority after the Nov 14 elections.

Rift deepens between the Philippines, China over South China Sea

MANILA, Nov 15 - Relations between Manila and Beijing have soured under Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, with Manila pivoting back towards the United States, which supports the Southeast Asian nation in its maritime disputes with China.

Philippines, Australia sign defence pact with eye on China

The Philippines has been broadening its network of security ties.

Top scorer on South Korean tax exam confesses to cheating with AI

SEOUL, Nov 15 - The marks attained by the top scorer on South Korea's national exam for aspiring tax accountants this year seemed too good to be true and on Sunday, sceptics were proven right when he confessed to using generative AI to cheat.

Top scorer in South Korea’s tax accountant exam admits to AI-assisted cheating

Han confessed to also cheating in the first round of the certified public accountant exam in March.

Malaysia probing alleged Nvidia AI chip diversion since April 2025: Home Minister

This follows allegations of illicit procurement and diversion of AI chips through Malaysia.

Two arrested in West Kalimantan over alleged bride trafficking to China

Police said both suspects were homemakers who had allegedly arranged four cross-border marriages.

Art imitates life in Penang’s car ‘gallery’

Called Cultprint Drive-By, the installation is the brainchild of Ernest Zacharevic.

Shanghai traffic cop goes viral with fluent English

He explained the local traffic rules to two tourists from Thailand who did not speak Chinese.

Global powers converge on Manila as ASEAN summit kicks off

US President Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive on Nov 17 near the summit’s conclusion.

Japan-led probe finds 1,000 servers likely used for AI-driven cyberattacks

The servers may have used AI to search for vulnerabilities and target websites worldwide.

UK's Prince William to be joined by wife Kate for visit to India

LONDON, Nov 15 - Kate, Britain's Princess of Wales, will undertake her biggest foreign trip since having treatment for cancer when she joins her husband Prince William in India for his annual Earthshot Prize awards this week.

Exclusive: Internal ledgers show how Pyongyang steals wages from its workers in China

Paper trail obtained by RFA confirms to the outside world that Pyongyang takes a cut of about 90%.

World leaders are coming to Shenzhen. What is China’s APEC message?

Analysts say the city’s transformation into a global tech hub makes it a fitting stage for next week’s APEC summit - showcasing China’s economic ambitions and push for deeper regional cooperation.

Helping elephants keep to their lanes: Can palm oil millions save Borneo’s forest and wildlife?

Conservationists say that planting trees and funding isolated projects will not undo decades of environmental damage.

Philippines wins first Eurovision Song Contest Asia

Front-runner Carmelle emerges victorious with her women's empowerment anthem Sobra-Sobra.

ASEAN to defer decision on Myanmar’s return at upcoming summit

A policy of a “gradual return” of political representatives from Myanmar would likely be considered.

Bangladesh garment-makers threaten to quit wage talks

A provision of Bangladesh labour law allows factory owners to suspend operations without paying workers.

Singapore, US commit to continue discussions on Megaspeed case

The firm is under probe over potentially false server purchase declarations.

BN-PN alliance scores landslide victory in Melaka polls, dealing another setback to PM Anwar

The Barisan Nasional (BN) and Perikatan Nasional (PN) alliance won 24 seats, one more than the combined 23 seats the two coalitions secured separately in 2021.

Pakistan says minister to make rare India visit for regional talks

It is the first such visit since the two foes fought a four-day conflict in 2025.

'Waiting so long': Fans gather for Eurovision's first Asia show

Performers from 11 countries including Laos, the Philippines and South Korea are battling it out for the first Asia crown, in a contest featuring Bangladeshi beatboxing, Vietnamese pop and a love song by a Mongolian economist.

Former Malaysian deputy minister Zahidi Zainul Abidin dies at 65

He reportedly suffered from kidney failure.

ASEAN not easing Myanmar approach, bloc's special envoy says

ASEAN special envoy and Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Maria Theresa Lazaro says the grouping is not relaxing its approach to Myanmar under its Five-Point Consensus.