Brazil's Lula meets with US to seeks tariff solutions 'immediately'
Negotiations between the two leaders were underway in the sidelines of the ASEAN summit.
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India and China resume direct flights as ties improve
The neighbours remain strategic rivals competing for regional influence.
German foreign minister to meet India's Goyal, Nato's Rutte after postponing China trip
India's Goyal is in Brussels for trade policy talks.
German foreign minister to meet India's Goyal, NATO's Rutte after postponing China trip
BERLIN - German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul will meet NATO's Secretary General Mark Rutte, Indian Trade Minister Piyush Goyal and other senior policymakers during a trip to Brussels starting on Monday, a spokesperson for his ministry said.
Malaysia broadcaster RTM apologises for getting names of three leaders wrong at ASEAN Summit
The live broadcast misidentified the leaders of Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia.
Trump turns on the charm – and so does Asean
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim lauded the US leader's "tenacity and courage" in promoting peace.
US and China agree framework of trade deal ahead of Trump-Xi meeting
US trade secretary says the two will sign a deal on TikTok, while hinting at agreement on rare earths and tariffs.
Pakistan reports border clashes during talks with Afghanistan
KARACHI - Five Pakistani soldiers and 25 militants have died in clashes near the border with Afghanistan, the military said on Sunday, as delegations from both countries met to try to defuse tensions after the deadliest fighting in years.
Trump strikes deals on trade, critical minerals in Southeast Asia
KUALA LUMPUR - The United States signed a flurry of deals on trade and critical minerals with four Southeast Asian partners on Sunday, looking to address trade imbalances and diversify supply chains amid tighter export curbs on rare earths by China.
Netanyahu says Israel to decide which international forces in Gaza acceptable
JERUSALEM - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday Israel would determine which foreign forces it would allow as part of a planned international force in Gaza to help secure an end to its war under U.S. President Donald Trump's plan.
Russia says more than 80 people detained for questioning after Moscow street fight
MOSCOW - Russia's interior ministry said on Sunday that more than 80 people had been taken to police stations for questioning after a major street fight between migrants in a residential area of Moscow and that all foreigners involved would be deported.
Malaysian broadcaster apologises for fumbling two national leaders’ names in Asean Summit telecast
RTM apologised for misidentifying Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong as his predecessor Lee Hsien Loong.
Lying face down with head covered helps prevent severe injuries in bear attacks: Japan study
The authorities say nine people have died in bear attacks across Japan so far in fiscal 2025, which began in April.
Thai-Cambodian ‘peace accord’ may be Trump-centric but could prove to be more than just optics
The event allowed Thailand and Cambodia to consolidate the progress made – mostly through bilateral negotiations.
Bessent vows that US won't lose taxpayer money aiding Argentina
WASHINGTON - U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Sunday said the U.S. will not lose any taxpayer funds in financial support measures for Argentina, saying the U.S. was backing a Latin American ally as it holds a key election.
Hong Kong records first local case of mosquito-borne virus chikungunya
The patient is a woman who developed ankle swelling and pain, followed by fever, and joint pain in her hands and feet.
As US inks trade deals with 4 ASEAN states, Trump pledges America’s 100% commitment to Southeast Asia
A flurry of deals on trade and critical minerals was signed by the United States with Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam on Sunday (Oct 26).
Kremlin: Wrong to talk about cancellation of Putin-Trump summit, agencies report
MOSCOW - The Kremlin said on Sunday it was wrong to talk about cancellation of a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump, but added that preparation for it was needed, state television Vesti reported on its Telegram channel.
Philippine firm says it was asked to bury radioactive dust
Cesium-137 is an artificial radionuclide used in medical devices and gauges.
US remains vital to continued peace, stability and prosperity of Southeast Asia, says PM Wong
US President Donald Trump has “continued to demonstrate leadership and commitment to global efforts for peace and engagement”, says Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.
Russia will respond harshly in event of strikes deep inside its territory, Kremlin says
MOSCOW - Russian armed forces will respond forcefully in the event of strikes deep inside Russia, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said in remarks published on Sunday.
US, Vietnam agree to boost trade, tariffs on some Vietnamese goods may be removed
In the new deal, the US will maintain its reciprocal tariffs at 20 per cent on Vietnamese goods.
What we know about the Thailand-Cambodia truce deal touted by Trump
The joint declaration between the Thai and Cambodia prime ministers was witnessed by the US President.
Trump says he could work out some deals with Brazil
KUALA LUMPUR - U.S. President Donald Trump said he could work out some deals during his meeting with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Malaysia.
Brazil and US to meet ‘immediately’ in search of tariff solutions, Lula says
US President Donald Trump increased tariffs on US imports of most Brazilian goods to 50 per cent from 10 per cent in August.
Japan grapples with deepfake pornography, with laws yet to catch up
To create elaborate images using generative AI, users need only provide written instructions.
Trump inks U.S. deals on trade, critical minerals with Southeast Asian partners
KUALA LUMPUR - U.S. President Donald Trump signed a flurry of deals on trade and critical minerals with three Southeast Asian partners on Sunday, as Washington looked to address trade imbalances and diversify supply chains amid tighter export curbs on rare earths by China.
Kurdish PKK militants announce withdrawal from Turkey as part of disarmament
QANDIL MOUNTAINS, Iraq - The Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) militant group said on Sunday it was withdrawing from Turkey as part of a disarmament process being coordinated with the government, pressing Ankara to move ahead with steps allowing it to enter politics.
Two workers killed in pipeline fire at Iraq's Zubair oilfield, officials say
BASRA,Iraq - At least two workers were killed in an oil pipeline fire in Iraq's Zubair oilfield on Sunday, oilfield officials said.
What is Russia's Burevestnik missile?
President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday that Russia had tested its Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile. Here are some key facts about the weapon.
3 years after Itaewon crowd crush, South Korea mourns with bereaved local and foreign families
An unprecedented crowd crush claimed 159 lives as people gathered to celebrate Halloween in 2022.
Russia tested new nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile
MOSCOW - Russia has successfully tested its nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile, a nuclear-capable weapon Moscow says can evade any defence system, and will move towards deploying the weapon, President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday.
Chinese Premier meets Singapore Acting President, business leaders
His visit marked the 35th anniversary of bilateral ties, with both sides agreeing to deepen cooperation.
Trump presides over Thai-Cambodia 'peace deal' - but what does it mean?
Trump calls it historic, Thailand only calls is "a pathway to peace", but all sides hope the agreement will stick.
Below-zero chill to sweep across South Korea from Oct 27
Cold northerly winds are expected to flow into the country from Oct 27.
Russia tested new nuclear-powered cruise missile, top general says
MOSCOW - Russia has tested a new nuclear-capable, nuclear-powered cruise missile named the Burevestnik, Russia's top general told President Vladimir Putin in remarks released on Sunday.
Cambodia and Thailand sign expanded ceasefire alongside truce-broker Trump
KUALA LUMPUR - The leaders of Thailand and Cambodia signed an enhanced ceasefire deal on Sunday in the presence of U.S. President Donald Trump, whose intervention in their fierce border conflict earned him a Nobel Peace Prize nomination.
Malaysia, US ink trade deal enhancing America’s access to rare earths
The deal also locks in a 19 per cent tariff rate that was agreed back in August.
India and China to resume direct flights as ties improve
India's largest commercial carrier, IndiGo, is set to operate the first daily flight to mainland China, departing Kolkata at 10pm on Sunday (Oct 26) for Guangzhou.
Thailand, Cambodia to cease all hostilities at disputed border in ‘peace deal’ signing witnessed by Trump
The agreement was billed as the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accord and hailed as a peace deal by US President Donald Trump, but the document signed on Sunday (Oct 26) by Thai and Cambodia premiers is officially titled a “joint declaration”.
As Trump watches on, Cambodia and Thailand sign ‘peace deal’ at Asean Summit
Among other things, 18 Cambodian prisoners of war would be released by Thailand under the agreement.
US-China talks nearing agreement for Trump, Xi to review, US trade envoy says
KUALA LUMPUR - The second day of trade talks between the U.S. and China was paving the way for a \"productive meeting\" between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping, Washington's top trade envoy said in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, raising hopes of a deal between the
Year-long funeral starts for Thailand's former queen Sirikit
The former queen's body is due late on Sunday afternoon to make the short trip from Chulalongkorn Hospital to the seat of the Thai royalty, where she will lie in state for one year before cremation.
Trump headlines ASEAN summit, Thailand-Cambodia to sign ceasefire deal
KUALA LUMPUR - U.S. President Donald Trump landed in Malaysia for the ASEAN Summit on Sunday, where he is set to witness an expanded ceasefire deal between Thailand and Cambodia and oversee pivotal trade talks.
Calls for restraint as anti-Cambodian sentiment grows in South Korea
About 60,000 Cambodians currently live in Korea.
Year-long funeral starts for Thailand’s former queen Sirikit
Thai citizens have been asked to wear dark tones and curtail celebratory public events.
Courage to forge new partnerships, foresight to deepen current ones crucial for ASEAN amid rising protectionism: Anwar
ASEAN is deepening economic linkages, widening trade and enhancing competitiveness, the Malaysia Prime Minister and ASEAN chair said at the opening of the twice-yearly leaders’ summit where he welcomed Timor-Leste’s admission to the “family”.
