28-04-2025
Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Monday (April 28, 2025)
Malaysia:
* Malaysia seeks collaboration beyond Asean, eyes Maldives partnership
* Federal Court allows AG's bid to challenge Najib's 'royal addendum' document ruling
* MCMC probes influencer over alleged spread of false information on royal institution
* Continental to shut Alor Setar tyre plant, affects 950 jobs
* Car crashes into Sungai Petani coffee shop, kills woman
* Penang's AI City initiative on the right track, says Gobind
* Maldives President accorded official welcome at Perdana Putra
* Malaysia-Maldives cooperation to expand to solar, defence and digital tech
* Questions posed by AG over Najib's additional document of public importance, court says
* Singer Yasin blows a kiss at his family after escaping life in jail for drugs
* Malaysia seeks stronger economic ties with Europe amid US tariff threat
* Malaysia's terms of trade adds 1.2% in March 2025 - DoSM
* Malaysia to push for greater Asean-BRICS cooperation at foreign ministers' meeting
* Malaysia wins bid as host country for AFPPD secretariat
* FBM KLCI hits 4-week high as trade tensions ease / Ringgit ends at over five-month high vs US dollar amid tariff-talk optimism
Singapore:
* Singapore ex-national serviceman cop gets week in jail for stealing AirPods from station inspector
* Singapore GE2025: Govt will have enough leeway even if all WP candidates are elected, says Pritam Singh
* Singapore GE2025: Rainbows, rallies and revelry – a weekend at the hustings
* Singapore GE2025: SDP chief apologises for candidate Gigene Wong's racial slur at rally
* Singapore GE2025: Reject racial, religious identity politics, uphold multi-racial unity: Senior Minister Lee
* Singapore GE2025: SDP candidates will be full-time MPs, can outdo those from PAP, says Chee Soon Juan
* US tariffs will cause demand shock to Singapore economy: MAS
* Singapore negotiating for US concessions on pharmaceuticals, chips
* Singaporean star Mark Lee wins Best Actor for his role as drag queen at Asian Art Film Awards in Macau
* HK actress Michelle Yim makes a splash at Singapore's Marina Bay Sands
Indonesia:
* IMF official warns risks for low-income economies in Asia amid trade tensions
* New eruptions at Indonesia's Lewotobi Laki-Laki volcano
* Viral lizard statue sparks conversation in Indonesia about 'overpriced', 'ugly' monuments
* TikTok videos exploit trade war to sell fake luxury goods
* Indonesian free meal programme faces hurdles on food safety, funds management
* Oil prices stable amid economic uncertainty, OPEC+ supply fears
Thailand:
* Two police officers killed, one seriously injured in bomb explosion in Thailand's Yala
* Thai minister seeks genuine Barisan Revolusi Nasional leader for peace talks in south
* Ayutthaya police FB post of 'loft-style detention room' offering free stays goes viral
* Thailand to step up rail, road developments for three northeastern provinces
* Thai rice exports in 2025 struggling, downward target revision ahead
* Chinese tourist confesses to murdering transgender woman in Thailand, removing her organs
Philippines:
* AirAsia Philippines names new CEO
* Philippines denies Chinese report on disputed reef
* Philippines raises alert level at restive volcano after eruption
* PM Ishiba talks US tariffs in Hanoi and Manila
* CIMB Bank Philippines says unexpected error caused unauthorised fund transfers
Vietnam:
* Malaysian deputy foreign minister to undertake working visit to Vietnam beginning on Tuesday (April 29)
* Japan, Vietnam pledge to support free trade as PM Ishiba visits Hanoi
* Vietnam needs to catch up on legal framework for digital assets
* How Vietnam tank crew that crashed into Saigon Palace shaped course of history 50 years ago
* China, Central Asia vow to uphold multilateralism
Myanmar:
* Myanmar marks month of misery since historic quake
* Indonesia uncovers 68 Rohingya, Bangladeshi migrants planning illegal journey to Malaysia
* Lost to history: Myanmar heritage falls victim to quake
* Bangladesh agrees to UN call to open humanitarian corridor for Myanmar citizens
Cambodia:
* Rare hailstorm surprises people across Cambodia
* Russian, Vietnamese naval vessels visit Sihanoukville, Ream base
* Gold sinks over 1% as easing US-China tensions curb safe-haven demand
* Experts breathe new life into ancient Angkor wonder
Laos:
* Conflicting US-China talks statements add to global trade confusion
* Lao Red Cross assists over 100,000 disaster victims in 2024
Brunei:
* Covid-19 vaccination for prospective haj pilgrims announced in Brunei
* Archery enlivens Hari Raya in Brunei
AseanPlus:
* Asia, and Malaysia, aim to take the lead in innovating medical devices
* Malaysia, Maldives united in ending genocide in Palestine, says Anwar
* Jun Hao leads Malaysia to 5-0 win over France in Sudirman Cup
* The evergreen Erra Fazira, forever Malaysia's favorite sweetheart, has newfound joy in love and career
* 'Bara Jiwa' by rock duo Azlan and Muzza is now a fan favourite after being selected as theme song for runaway hit movie 'Blood Brothers'
* Maroon 5 and Blackpink's Lisa to collaborate on single 'Priceless'
* Chinese actress Yidan Xia reportedly passed away in 2023, at age 24
* 65 per cent of Gaza victims in Israeli onslaught are women, children and the elderly
* India signs $7.4 billion deal with France to buy 26 Rafale fighter jets
* Ten must-visit bookstores and libraries for every literary traveller
* China says 'no phone call' recently between Xi and Trump
* Screens, drones, massages: Shanghai flaunts the future of cars
* Gold falls as easing US-China tensions dent safe-haven demand
* Collapse at demolition site injures four in Japan
* China sees upturn of industrial profits in Q1
* Chinese actress Yidan Xia reportedly passed away in 2023, at age 24
* Twelve dead as vehicle falls into well in central India
* India test-fires missiles as tension with Pakistan escalates
* China is confident of achieving 2025 growth target, says state planner
* Six injured in knife attack by student at South Korean high school
* India, Pakistan exchange small arms fire across Kashmir border for fourth night
* Pakistani troops kill 54 militants attempting to sneak in from Afghanistan
* Australia government dismisses concerns over AAA rating amid election spending pledges
* Chinese youth seek 'friendship marriage' with best friends to alleviate family pressure
* Australia's ruling party to hike student visa fees again in pre-election pledge
* South Korea rules out tariff deal with US before June 3 snap election
* Off-duty firefighter in South Korea contains flames at bowling alley
* In Australian election race, Trump 'chaos' is making a conservative vote risky
* Hong Kong know-how can help mainland Chinese tech firms expand overseas, experts say
* South Korean city orders more than 1,200 residents to evacuate due to wildfire
* South Korea karaoke owner inflicts severe injuries to customer, reports victim as 'drunk'
* Olympics-London mayor hopes city will bid for 2040 Olympics as part of ambitious hosting plan
* Mao Saigo of Japan wins the Chevron Championship with a birdie in a five-way playoff
