Philippines rejects China’s calls for direct contact amid ‘miscalculation’ warnings
The Philippine military has rejected calls to restore direct communication channels with its Chinese counterpart, despite warnings from Beijing that their absence risks “miscalculation” during confrontations and could further escalate tensions in the South China Sea. On Tuesday, the Armed Forces of the Philippines said it would not communicate with its Chinese counterpart in advance of its maritime operations, arguing that such channels were ineffective without mutual respect for international...
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Asyraf rebuts claims Umno involved in N Sembilan royalty dispute
Our party's constitution upholds institution of Malay rulers, he says.
Is Indonesia’s haze rhetoric ‘unempathetic’? Oxygen quip tests regional cooperation
An Indonesian official’s claim that the country exports “oxygen” and not just smoke to its neighbours has renewed criticism of Jakarta’s handling of its annual forest fires, with analysts warning that defensive nationalism risks undermining regional cooperation to tackle the recurring haze crisis. The remarks by Syahganda Nainggolan, the newly appointed head of the Government Communication Agency, reignited criticism over Indonesia’s handling of its ongoing forest and peatland fires, which have...
Hanoi adds greenery to transport infrastructure to reduce urban heat
Vietnam's capital is stepping up efforts to plant more trees and greenery around transport infrastructure and public spaces to improve the urban landscape, reduce heat and enhance environmental quality.
Indonesia's official says its forests 'send oxygen' to Malaysia, Singapore when there's no haze
An Indonesian official described the forest fires causing haze across Malaysia and Singapore as a natural phenomenon, claiming that Indonesia's forests also supply oxygen to its neighbors.
Vietnamese graduates fall short of employers' expectations in six key skills: report
Fresh graduates in Vietnam meet employers' expectations only in digital literacy, while time management and problem-solving show the widest gaps, a survey of 375 companies found.
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Syed Saddiq urges Asean pressure, financial squeeze on firms linked to haze
PARLIAMENT | We need to hit them where they hurt the most, says Muar MP.
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Super El Niño could push temperatures above 41°C next year, says MetMalaysia
Dry spells could last 77 days, raising concerns over water, electricity demand.
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PM's political secretary to run for Paya Rumput in Malacca polls
Incumbent BN will not be contesting the seat, giving it to its ally instead.
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Govt committed to controlling prices following minimum wage hike - minister
PARLIAMENT | Efforts include implementing Rahmah and agro sales, says Akmal.
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'Oppressed' Ronald's anti-hopping gripe: Some cross without crossing, others in limbo
PARLIAMENT | Law failed to achieve intended purpose, Beluran MP laments.
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Sri Aman MP: Make 30pct women candidate target legally binding
UPDATED 6.14PM | PARLIAMENT | 'We can't rely on political parties' voluntary commitments to improve women's representation.'
Philippines drops 3 impeachment charges against Sara Duterte despite evidence
The Philippine Senate, sitting as an impeachment court, approved the prosecution’s withdrawal of most of the charges against Vice-President Sara Duterte on Tuesday, in a trial that could kill her hopes to run for president in 2028. Prosecutors have been presenting evidence against Duterte since July on charges that she betrayed public trust, amassed unexplained wealth, violated the constitution and committed corruption, bribery and other high crimes. Lead prosecutor Gerville Luistro told the...