DOHA – Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, on Tuesday accused Israel of deliberately expanding…
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Malaysia Eyes More Subsidy Cuts, New Taxes in 2025 Budget to Boost Finances
KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia is expected to introduce further subsidy cuts and new taxes as part…
Australia PM Launches Affordable Housing Plan Amid Headlines About New $2.9 Million Ocean Home
SYDNEY – On Tuesday, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese launched a significant new building programme aimed…
Indonesia’s Prabowo Courts Largest Party for Coalition, Meets Candidates for Government Posts
JAKARTA – Indonesia’s incoming president, Prabowo Subianto, continued discussions on Oct 15 with candidates for senior…
Kuala Lumpur and Surrounding Districts Hit by Flash Floods and Landslide
KUALA LUMPUR – Severe flash flooding, caused by heavy early morning rains, inundated Malaysia’s capital and…
North Korea Prepares to Blow Up Cross-Border Roads Amid Rising Tensions Over Drones, South Korea Says
SEOUL – North Korea is preparing to destroy roads that cross the heavily fortified border with…
Philippine Defence Minister Casts Doubt on China’s Intentions in South China Sea Code Talks
MANILA – Philippine Defence Minister Gilberto Teodoro expressed doubts on Monday about China’s intentions in negotiating…
Indonesia’s Prabowo Considering Offering Sri Mulyani a Cabinet Post: Sources
JAKARTA – Indonesia’s incoming president, Prabowo Subianto, is reportedly considering offering current Finance Minister Sri Mulyani…
Vietnam, China Sign 10 Cooperation Agreements During Chinese Premier’s Visit to Hanoi
HANOI – Vietnam and China signed 10 key agreements on Sunday, including initiatives for agricultural cooperation…
Iran Reduces Sentences of Journalists Cleared of Collaborating with US
DUBAI – An Iranian court has cleared two journalists of collaborating with the United States and…
New Ferry Service Strengthens Ties Between India and Sri Lanka
NAGAPATTINAM/KANKESANTHURAI – A newly launched ferry service between India and Sri Lanka is being hailed as…
Chinese Premier Li Qiang Could Inaugurate Chinese-Funded Airport in Pakistan During Upcoming Visit
KARACHI – Chinese Premier Li Qiang is expected to inaugurate operations at the Gwadar International Airport…