Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Monday (June 16, 2025)
Malaysia:
* Shafee files police report on behalf of Najib over 'royal addendum'
* Pragmatic approach needed for energy transition, says Anwar
* RON95 petrol subsidy rationalisation to proceed, says Anwar
* MetMalaysia warns of thunderstorms in 10 states
* Global interconnectedness under strain amid rising geopolitical tensions, says Anwar
* High Court grants Muhyiddin's request to transfer case
* AGC files appeal over Yusoff Rawther's acquittal
* Malaysia mulls drafting AI-focused laws, says Azalina
* Gerik bus tragedy: Six victims still being treated at hospital, say cops
* BN will field MCA, MIC candidates in GE16, says Zahid
* Public tertiary institutions offer places to over 150,000 SPM leavers
* Customs foils bid to smuggle ganja buds worth RM1.43mil in Rantau Panjang
* Anwar: TNB earmarks RM43bil to upgrade national grid with AI, battery storage systems
* National Service 3.0 absentees under scrutiny, may face legal action, says deputy minister
* Pamela Ling abduction: More info given, yet no updates from cops for weeks, says family's lawyer
Women hold their cats while taking part in a contest at an animal exhibition in a shopping mall in Banda Aceh. --Photo by CHAIDEER MAHYUDDIN / AFP
Singapore:
* Warm, humid nights to continue till end-June; expect thundery showers in the day too
* Jail and fine for two women caught stealing at Changi Airport while in transit to Bali
* China remains Singapore's top tourists source in first five months of 2025
* Singapore, Indonesia leaders hope to strengthen excellent ties in new era of cooperation: PM Wong
* Singaporean ex-actor Ian Fang to begin 40-month jail sentence for sexual offences against 15-year-old girl
* Singapore's first private assisted living pilot ready by 2026; operator taps China's eldercare expertise
* Singapore to have six public holiday long weekends in 2026
* No need for travel e-SIM or roaming: S'pore telcos offer generous cross-border data bundles
* Oil prices rise further as Israel-Iran extends into fourth day
Indonesia:
* Indonesia will 'copy' Singapore's successful policies with pride, says President Prabowo
* Indonesian president Prabowo to make state visit to Rissia this week for talks with Putin
* Indonesia's shining star Feby Putri is back to serenade Malaysian fans for the third time
* Indonesia and EU launch special dedicated desk to deepen investment ties
* Charging stations have now become promising investment in Indonesia as EV users grow in country
* Batik makers packing in as imitations flood market
* Police search for two men with Australian accents in deadly Bali shooting
Alexander Albon of Thailand and Williams walks away from his car during the F1 Grand Prix of Canada at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve in Montreal, Quebec.--/AFP
Thailand:
* Thailand suspends June deployment of over 2,000 workers to Israel and Iran
* Paetongtarn vows not to yield to threats after Hun Sen's ultimatum
* Thai Airways to exit debt restructuring programme
* Army dismisses fake news of Cambodian troops blocking Thai road
* Thailand denies JBC discussed Cambodia's ICJ plan over disputed border sites
* Chinese tour operators enter 'hibernation mode' as Malaysian tourists to Thailand overtake China for first time in 13 years
* Legend Rashid raving about Thai singles star Kunlavut
Philippines:
* China's military conducts patrols in South China Sea, warns Philippines
* Expanded feeding programme in schools will begin in July: Marcos
* Philippines, Japan hold joint drills after reciprocal access agreement
* Asia stocks show resilience, oil rally moderates
* Asian stocks, FX weaken on Mideast tensions; central bank meetings in focus
* OPEC sees solid second-half of 2025 for world economy, trims 2026 supply
People run across a pedestrian crossing in Bangkok on Monday, June 16, 2025. -- Photo by Lillian SUWANRUMPHA / AFP
Vietnam:
* Vietnam's national assembly adopts historic constitutional amendments
* Vietnam death toll from Typhoon Wutip rises to seven
* US pushes Vietnam to decouple from Chinese tech: Sources
* Miss Vietnam 2024 rescheduled due to Storm Wutip
* Vietnam to enhance voice, role of developing nations as Brics partner country
* Heatwaves are increasing pregnancy complications, study says
Myanmar:
* 16 hotels destroyed by earthquake in Myanmar's Mandalay
* Myanmar and China discuss cooperation in science and technology development
* Heavy rain triggers flooding in eastern-central Myanmar
* Hundreds flee amid clashes despite truce in Myanmar
* UN cuts aid appeal after donors slash budgets
Cambodia:
* Thailand seeks more talks with Cambodia as border row lingers
* Hun Sen urges Thailand to reopen borders or face Cambodian shutdown
* Cambodian, Thai officials conclude talks over border issues
* Cambodia threatens to ban imports of vegetables, fruits from Thailand
Laos:
* Lao govt outlines comprehensive plans to boost tourism
* Lao Bullion Bank, Lao non-bank financial institutions forge new financial innovations
* UN makes brutal cuts to humanitarian aid as funding crisis deepens
Brunei:
* Brunei commits to sustainable ocean management
* Chinese temple donates BND54,400 to charities, schools
* Brunei inks agreements for mega solar project in its efforts for renewable energy transition
Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev (C-R) welcomes China's President Xi Jinping (C-L) upon his arrival at the airport in Astana to attend the second China-Central Asia Summit. - AFP Photo
AseanPlus:
* Asean ministers convene in Langkawi for education roundtables on June 17
* Norman KRU pays tribute to dad on Father's Day
* Zizan Razak named as G-Shock's first-ever Malaysian ambassador
* K-pop sensation Jang Dong Woo of Infinite to thrill the fans in his solo concert at Zepp KL on Aug 15
* Asean energy officials convene in Kuching for policy talks
* Sabah strengthens ties with China for sustainable growth
* Sandakan gallery to spotlight American explorers, boost Sabah's heritage tourism
* Air India Dreamliner returns to Hong Kong after technical issue mid-air
* Air India crash victim families upset by slow recovery efforts
* Second black box recovered from India crash site: official
* Rare museum-quality clocks steal the spotlight at the Hong Kong Watch Auction
* Nepal begins first power exports to Bangladesh via India's grid
* Police officer killed in Tasmania shooting incident
* Japan seeks trade deal with US as G7 looms
* South Korea to introduce second extra budget for this year
* Opinion polls show support for Japan PM Ishiba recovering before election
* Former Michelin-starred restaurant owner in Japan arrested after food poisonings
* Xi takes push for global sway to Central Asia with Kazakh visit
* Pakistan shut borders with Iran amid rising Iran-Israel tensions
* Hong Kong bourse seeks to woo Southeast Asia, Middle East firms for second listings
* Taiwanese actress Michelle Chen weeps at Stefanie Sun's first concert at Beijing's National Stadium
* Change in S. Korean govt leaves foreign domestic worker programme in limbo
* Indian colleges alarmed by AI misuse: Professors fight back with oral quizzes, live handwritten exams
* Australia's Albanese says he will press AUKUS, Indo Pacific security in Trump meeting
* Taiwanese actress Michelle Chen weeps at Stefanie Sun's first concert at Beijing's National Stadium
* Soccer-Japan's King Kazu wants more after first appearance of 40th season
* Hong Kong's gig economy workers want industry regulated. Can city deliver?
* More than 1,300 shops gutted in devastating fire in India's Kolkata
* China security office flexes new power with Hong Kong probe
* A bridge collapse at an Indian tourist site kills two people and injures 32
* Prince William's billionaire friend Sunjay Kapur dies after swallowing a bee at polo match
* 'Elephants trampling on global trade': EU sidelined by US-China showdown
* How Lewis Hamilton and Apple brought F1 racing to the movie screen
* Motor racing - Russell wins in Canada as McLarens collide
* Golf - Spaniard Carlota Ciganda ends long LPGA title drought with gritty win at Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give
* Golf - Golf-Spaun caps rainy US Open with monster putt for first major title
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