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Why are some Southeast Asian states buying Turkish warships, jets and missiles?
Turkish arms deals and deployment by Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines have made the news recently, putting the spotlight on this non-traditional source of weapons.
Boeing, Honeywell sued by Air India crash victim families
The June 12 crash of an Air India Boeing 787 killed 260 people.
Saudi Arabia, nuclear-armed Pakistan sign mutual defence pact
DUBAI/ISLAMABAD - Saudi Arabia and nuclear-armed Pakistan signed a formal mutual defense pact on Wednesday, in a move that significantly strengthens a decades-long security partnership amid heightened regional tensions.
Taliban announces ban on internet in northern Afghanistan
KABUL - The Taliban administration on Wednesday announced an internet ban across a swathe of northern Afghanistan, \"to prevent immoral activities\", provincial government statements said.
Taliban announces ban on Internet in Northern Afghanistan
It is first such internet ban since the Taliban took over Afghanistan in 2021.
Kyiv’s attacks on Russian energy could force Kremlin to negotiate
Is Russia heading the way of the Soviet Union in 1991? This would indeed be ironic as Vladimir Putin loathes Mikhail Gorbachev and Boris Yeltsyn, blaming them for the biggest geopolitical disaster of the twentieth century: the collapse of the country for which the current
Thai security forces clash with Cambodian protesters at disputed border
Tear gas and rubber bullets threatens a fragile truce reached in July.
Pacific leaders agree on big issues – but unity remains elusive
The Pacific Islands Forum wrapped up its annual leaders meeting last week with some significant agreements, including the launch of the region’s own climate financing facility, the endorsement of the Ocean of Peace declaration and policies on partnerships and broader
Air defence missiles in first US weapons supplies under new mechanism, Zelenskiy says
KYIV - The first weapons supplies under a new programme agreed by the U.S. and Ukraine's European allies will include highly valuable missiles for NASAMS and Patriot air defence systems, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday.
In Hong Kong’s latest policy blueprint, ‘one country’ trumps ‘two systems’
The mainland is the source of the city’s biggest opportunities in a changing world, said Chief Exec John Lee.
South Korean Chief Justice denies collusion claims over guilty verdict for then presidential-race front runner Lee Jae Myung
This came amid political pressure urging the Chief Justice to resign from the post.
Best fossil of a dome-headed dinosaur is unearthed in Mongolia
Pachycephalosaurs, two-legged plant eaters known for their bony dome-shaped skulls, are among the quirkiest dinosaurs known, and also among the least understood. A fossil found peeking out of a cliffside in the Gobi Desert of Mongolia - the oldest and most complete of any
More Australians working into their 70s in retirement rethink
A quarter of all men are still working at age 70, up from one in 10 men some two decades ago, an analysis showed.
Taliban extend crackdown on internet access in Afghanistan
Taliban officials say the ban is a campaign against “vice”.
Singaporeans can use QR code to clear immigration at Johor land checkpoints from Sept 22
The MyNIISe app will reduce congestion at the two Johor checkpoints, where more than 300,000 people cross daily.
Chan Chun Sing meets top Chinese general Zhang Youxia in Beijing, reaffirms defence ties
Both leaders also reiterated their commitment to continuing frequent military-to-military interactions.
Kyrgyzstan court jails two journalists for undermining public order
BISHKEK - A court in Kyrgyzstan sentenced two former video editors of the independent outlet Kloop, Zhoomart Duulatov and Alexander Alexandrov, to five years in prison on Wednesday on charges of spreading false information and undermining public order.
Hong Kong to ‘fast-track’ mega-project near border
The new hub would aim to house businesses and 2.5 million people between Hong Kong and Shenzhen.
EU Commission proposes suspending free-trade arrangements on Israeli goods
BRUSSELS - The European Commission on Wednesday proposed suspending a trade arrangement affecting about 5.8 billion euros ($6.87 billion) of Israeli exports due to the Gaza war, although the measure does not currently have enough support among EU nations to pass.
EU eyes deeper India alliance despite concern over Moscow ties
BRUSSELS - The European Commission set out plans on Wednesday to deepen cooperation with India in fields such as defence, technology and trade, despite tensions over New Delhi's close ties to Moscow.
Thai police fire tear gas, rubber bullets at Cambodian protesters at disputed border village
At least 23 Cambodians were injured in the incident.
Manila to hold its ground at Scarborough Shoal even as Beijing cranks up pressure
The Philippines will keep up patrols in the area despite China’s nature reserve claim over the disputed reef.
Taiwan shows off first missile to be jointly made with US firm
Taiwan is racing to bolster its armed forces to counter China's military threat.
Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli ground operation in Gaza City ‘in strongest terms’
DUBAI - Saudi Arabia on Wednesday condemned \"in the strongest terms\" the Israeli ground operation in Gaza City, a day after Israel unleashed a long-threatened ground assault on the enclave.
Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli ground operation in Gaza City 'in strongest terms'
DUBAI - Saudi Arabia on Wednesday condemned \"in the strongest terms\" the Israeli ground operation in Gaza City, a day after Israel unleashed a long-threatened ground assault on the enclave.
China youth unemployment hits record high since method revised
Factory output and retail sales rose last month at their slowest pace in around a year.
Nvidia boss 'disappointed' by reported China chip ban
Jensen Huang said the US needs "to make sure that that people can access this technology from all over the world".
EU eyes deeper India partnership despite concerns over Moscow ties
BRUSSELS - The European Commission set out plans on Wednesday to deepen cooperation with India in fields such as defence, technology and trade despite tensions over New Delhi's closer ties to Moscow.
East Timor lawmakers agree to scrap lawmaker pension allowances that sparked student protests
DILI - East Timor's lawmakers have agreed to scrap plans to provide lifetime pension allowances for themselves, they said on Wednesday, bowing to pressure from thousands of students who have staged demonstrations against the plans since Monday.
Indonesia’s US$1b economic stimulus: The smallest package of 2025, but will it pack the biggest punch?
The latest stimulus package contains measures specifically aimed at job creation and addressing inequality, unlike the ones in January and June, observers note.
Timor-Leste scraps plan to buy MPs free cars after protests
Demonstrators had burned tyres and set a government vehicle alight, while police responded with tear gas.
Indonesia’s Prabowo appoints 2 ministers as protest by gig workers fizzles out
The rally on Wednesday (Sep 17) had been billed as the first major demonstration since Indonesia President Prabowo Subianto reshuffled his Cabinet last week.
Indonesian court finds no procedural flaws with law expanding military’s role
One petitioner said he would file another complaint challenging the substance of the laws.
Marcos’ cousin quits top Congress post in Philippine graft fallout
Thousands are expected to turn out in the capital Manila on Sept 21 for a an anti-corruption march.
Thai prison authorities deny ex-PM Thaksin bought pizza for guards, inmates
A former MP accused Thaksin of throwing a party for 6,500 prison officials and inmates to build influence.
Modi fends off succession talk in India despite setbacks
Mr Modi’s firm grip on Indian politics has held despite enduring a torrent of crises.
South Korea looks to narrow trade deal gaps with US, seeks common ground
Differences over the deal’s implementation have so far prevented the two sides from reaching a final agreement.
Timor-Leste axes plan to buy SUVs for MPs
Unappeased by the reversal, around 2,000 demonstrators gathered in Dili for a third straight day.
A Japanese debt crisis is closer than you think
TOKYO — As Kazuo Ueda mulls whether to hike interest rates this week, a powerful constituency is staring back at the Bank of Japan governor: the “bond vigilantes.” Very few think Ueda’s BOJ will hike rates on Friday, despite Japanese policymakers going out of their way to claim
TikTok, rare earths, Taiwan: Trump-Xi call to run the gamut
Taiwan remains a major source of friction in the US-China relationship.
Sri Lanka resumes key highway project with $638 million Chinese funding
The government aims to complete the project by April 2028.
Sri Lanka resumes key highway project with $500 million new Chinese funding
COLOMBO - Sri Lanka resumed construction of a stalled highway project with a new $500 million Chinese loan on Wednesday, the first funding from its largest bilateral creditor since the island nation defaulted on its foreign debt three years ago.
Is it a crime to insult virtual idols? South Korean court says yes
The court said an insult against an avatar is also an insult against the actual person behind it.
