Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Sunday (June 22 , 2025)
Malaysia:
* PM Anwar urges global push to end Israeli aggression, violence in Middle East
* New IGP not linked to any political party, say PDRM
* Malaysians evacuated from Iran to arrive at KLIA tonight / PAS condemns US attack on Iran
* Umno to consider resolution seeking Hishammuddin's reinstatement
* Nurul Izzah calls for immediate govt action to combat online child sexual exploitation
* Perak MB: No tremors detected during boom
* Education an effective approach to address drug issue, says Deputy Minister
* Sultan Kedah attends 83rd birthday parade
* M'sia-US tariff negotiations on track, says Tengku Zafrul
* Five suspects released as Brickfields shooting investigation continues
* Duped: Penang insurance agent loses RM1.49mil to online investment scam
* Don't accept party-hoppers, Khaled Nordin says to unity government allies
* Giving refugees the right to work a win-win for Malaysia, says MEF
* Perak leads in domestic tourism for 2024 with 10.2 million visitors
* Ringgit to hover around RM4.24 to RM4.25 and expected to stay defensive due to Middle East conflict
* Bursa Malaysia to remain cautious, CI to trade within the 1,500-1,500 range beginning from Monday (June 23)
People take part in a rally in support of the Palestinian people in Banda Aceh on Sunday, June 22, 2025, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian Hamas militant group. -- Photo by CHAIDEER MAHYUDDIN / AFP
Singapore:
* 41-year-old cyclist dies after accident with car in Singapore's Bugis
* Rising star singer Camila Cabello's Aug 12 concert in Singapore cancelled
* Singapore: New team of police officers first to be equipped with off-road vehicles, drones on patrol
* Suspected storage fire oil spillage threatens Straits of Tebrau, authorities take immediate action
* Singapore's Lawrence Wong heads to China for first official visit as PM
* Singaporeans look to recreate slice of home in San Francisco Bay Area to mark SG60
* Investors brace for oil price spike after US bombs Iran nuclear sites
* Chinese student jailed for 24 years for raping women in UK and China
Indonesia:
* Indonesia's Prabowo says he wants more Russian involvement in his country's economy
* Japan's high-tech sunscreens tap into skincare craze; Indonesia among nations where new factories will be set up
* House yet to decide on Gibran impeachment petition
* Indonesia confirms US aircraft carrier USS Nimitz's passage through Straits of Melaka
* Jakarta welcomes new age with global ambitions
* Prabowo denies G7 snub in Russia visit
Naveen Meghwal from Indian Consulate performs yoga on International Day of Yoga in Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia. -- AP Photo/Firdia Lisnawati
Thailand:
* Thailand eyes greater share of booming global halal market worth US$3.1 trillion by 2027
* 'No reason for Paetongtarn to resign and dissolve the Parliament', says Thai ruling party
* Thai PM Paetongtarn claims she has coalition support after resignation calls
* Chong Sai Taku crossing closed after provocative act by Cambodian tourists: Thai 2nd Army chief
* Thai PM to intensify crackdown on scammers and cybercrime at country's borders
* Three bomb blasts at Thailand's Pattani Red Cross fair injure vendors and police officers
Philippines:
* Philippines urges Filipinos in Israel, Iran to leave as conflict escalates and US now bombing Iran
* Why Filipinos see politicians as the top source of disinformation
* Watchdog: US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites released no radiation
* Rains force canyoneering in Philippines' Alegria and Kawasan Falls' operation to be suspended for now
* De Lima sees 'game plan' in fast Ombudsman action on VP Sara Duterte case
Dancers prepare to perform during the Eksotika Bromo cultural event near Mount Bromo in Probolinggo, in East Java. -- Photo by JUNI KRISWANTO / AFP
Vietnam:
* Vietnamese dancer shines on the world stage; bags third place in world championships
* Central banks in Asia are becoming wary of currency intervention
* Once a beauty queen, Vietnamese lass wins full scholarship to study data science in China
* Vietnam tops medal at South-East Asia Karate Federation Championship which concluded in Brunei
* Torrential rain triggers severe flooding, landslides in Vietnam's northern region
Myanmar:
* 25,500 liters of controlled chemicals seized in Myanmar
* Humanity crying out for peace, pope says after US strikes Iran
* Myanmar people find joy in greening the earth
* Junta battles guerillas for control of jade hub
Dancers prepare to perform during the Eksotika Bromo cultural event near Mount Bromo in Probolinggo, in East Java.-- Photo by JUNI KRISWANTO / AFP
Cambodia:
* Cambodia's Hun Manet retaliates by closing two checkpoints after Thai army shuts one
* Defence Minister: Cambodia won't invade, lacks jets to reach Bangkok
* Cambodians rush to stockpile Thai fuel and bottled water after Hun Sen's announcement
* Middle-aged man in Cambodia dies of H5N1 bird flu
Laos:
* Britain and Mekong River Comission partnership to boost climate resilience in Laos and Asean region
* Laos' Luang Prabang ready to sparkle as Mekong Tourism Forum kicks off next week
* Laos approves cost-cutting road policy to boost infrastructure
Brunei:
* Brunei aligns with Asean vision for inclusive, future-ready education
* Asean guideline sets regional standards for victim protection
* Brunei conducts firefighting exercise at its iconic water village
Dancers seen performing during the Eksotika Bromo cultural event near Mount Bromo in Probolinggo, in East Java.-- Photo by JUNI KRISWANTO / AFP
AseanPlus:
* Anti-corruption rally KK ends with controversy after attendees burn huge placard
* Hire local TVET grads first before foreign workers, Johari tells plantations
* Perak leads in domestic tourism for 2024 with 10.2 million visitors
* Rape suspect escapes from Sibu police station
* Man nabbed at KLIA trying to smuggle four gibbons to India
* 16 hurt, building hit in Israel after Iran launches missiles
* Trump says US 'obliterates' Iran nuclear sites, Tehran reserves 'all options' to defend itself
* How Dongtan in South Korea turned into an online punching bag
* C-drama star Li Yitong and singer-actor Liu Yuning lead the way in China's latest fantasy offering in 'A Dream Within A Dream'
* Japan's Shinmoedake volcano erupts, alert level remains at two
* Japanese astronaut finds ISS commander role highly rewarding; due to return to Earth in July
* Indian pilgrimages to China's Xizang resume after five-year hiatus
* Anti-dumping duties on CRC imports from China, Japan to be maintained
* Trump says US launched 'very successful' attack on Iran nuclear sites
* Iran warns US against involvement in Israeli strikes, urges return to diplomacy
* Japan to provide defence equipment to Thailand, seven other nations
* Suga is last BTS member to complete mandatory military service
* Tracking the rail-ly glorious transformation of China
* Japan's Kansai Airport sinking due to subsidence issues
* China urges officials to rein in overzealous dining austerity measures
* Japan spots Chinese ships near disputed isles for record 216 straight days
* Hong Kong to relax rules for converting hotels into university student hostels
* Power fully restored in flood-hit South China county after emergency response
* US Federal judge allows Harvard University to continue hosting foreign students
* China's Victory Day rehearsal leaks show stealth jets, massive air formations
* Seoul seeks to minimise fallout from US strikes on Iran
* India arrests two for harbouring Kashmir attackers
* China 'strongly condemns' US strikes on Iran: foreign ministry
* China urges US to 'look at the whole picture' on tariffs to see true trade ties
* London police charge seven Iranians with assault after embassy incident
* Paris Hilton buys US$63mil Beverly Park mansion from Chinese billionaire's family after losing Malibu home in wildfire
* Badminton - Liu Ying gives thumbs up to RTG for providing pros their own training 'home'
* Badminton - Para Games - Liek Hou battles pain to regain Asian singles para title after 13 years
* Cricket-Pope proves his worth as England number three in super Test series against India
* Hockey - Sarjit to quit if Malaysia fails to qualify for World Cup next year
* Hockey - NZ thrash Pakistan 6-2 to win Nations Cup, book spot in FIH Pro League
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