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The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Friday (Aug 8, 2025)
Malaysia: * Trump, Xi Jinping among four world leaders expected to attend Asean Summit in October, says Anwar * King arrives in Kazan for second segment of state visit to Russia / King: Friendship will shape future Malaysia-Russia ties * No motions filed against PM yet, says Dewan Rakyat Speaker * Firm claiming billions in overseas wealth is unregistered, says Bukit Aman * US tariff won't trigger recession but may slow down growth, says Zafrul * Malaysia remains committed to establishment of independent Palestine without preconditions, says Tok Mat * Farmer fined RM15,000 for posting offensive comment on royalty * Graft trial of Hamzah Zainudin's former polsec starts Aug 25 * M. Kumar officially takes over as Bukit Aman CID director * Policeman dies after being hit by fleeing burglars' SUV * Dzulkefly hints at ending contract doctor system * Contraband courier leads Sabah cops on three-hour chase through three districts * Penang Welfare Dept probes identity, guardianship of 18 rescued children * 2.1 billion scam calls, unsolicited SMS blocked by MCMC since 2022, says Fahmi * AGC orders immediate exhumation, post-mortem of Zara Qairina * Woman fined RM10,000 for infanticide, court rules sentencing should be rehabilitative rather than punitive CYBERJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim delivers a speech at the 58th Asean Day celebration 2025 on Friday (Aug 8, 2025). -- Photo: Bernama Singapore: * PM Wong calls on Singaporeans to band together for nation to remain exceptional in National Day message * DPM Zahid to represent Malaysia at Singapore National Day parade 2025 from Aug 9-10 * Man accused of molesting woman at Singapore shopping mall may be serial molester * Over 2,200 vape products found in Malaysian-registered lorry at Singapore's Tuas checkpoint * Ex-lawyer convicted over charges for cheating company director of more than S$8mil * Jail for driver who drove over leg of special needs woman in accident on church driveway in Singapore * Is Hong Kong beating Singapore, Taiwan in attracting foreign domestic helpers? * Oil set for steepest weekly losses since June on tariffs, Trump-Putin talks * Japan index hits record high on earnings boost, other Asian markets ease * S'porean arrested for flouting drone flying ban in Thailand Indonesia: * Singapore, China and Malaysia dominate the foreign investment market in Indonesia * Indonesian artists and students wield 'One Piece' pirate flag as a protest symbol * Aceh traders face imprisonment, fine over tiger skins * Indonesia tightens screening of foreign investors to ensure long-term commitment * Indonesian artists, students unfurl manga pirate sign as protest symbol * Airbus partners with Indonesian researchers to develop biomass-based aviation fuel * Anti-graft body questions ex-Indonesian minister Nadiem Makarim over Google Cloud graft case * Indonesia: Galang Island facility to treat 2,000 wounded from Gaza * Asian FX gets weekly boost from Fed's expected dovish tilt CYBERJAYA: Asean Day is celebrated annually on August 8 to commemorate the founding of ASEAN in 1967, when Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand signed the Asean Declaration. -- Photo: Bernama Thailand: * Two Malaysian tourists set on fire in shocking Bangkok attack * Thai govt prepares compensation package to mitigate impact of Trump's tariffs * China hails Cambodia-Thailand border peace efforts through Asean way * Border clashes cause Thailand to lose 3 billion baht in tourism revenue each month * Phumtham clarifies use of Thai law to file lawsuit against Cambodia * Miss Thailand 2000 Boom-Panadda in charge of countering fake news from Cambodia * Malaysian Govt may lift ban on pork from Thailand * Thailand: 23 indicted over tower's collapse in earthquake in Bangkok * Cambodia and Thailand promise to uphold ceasefire agreement Philippines: * Philippines says three Chinese ships spotted near islets close to Taiwan * China accuses Philippines of wrong 'words and deeds' on Taiwan * Fisherfolk find suspected underwater drone off western coast of Luzon * Tropical storm Podul may enter Philippines by Sunday or Monday * Marcos says online gambling ban to stoke illegal operations * 'I wanted bloodbath, but let's prepare for next impeach moves', says Sara Duterte * Philippine Senate shelves Veep Duterte's impeachment case PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (third, left) speaks with Thailand's Acting Minister of Defence, General Natthaphon Narkphanit (right), during a courtesy visit by the Defence Ministers of Cambodia and Thailand at the Perdana Putra Building. -- Photo: Bernama Vietnam: * Asean marks 58 years of unity, draws praise from global partners * Tour boats in Ha Long Bay to complete AIS installation by Aug 15 * Vietnam ranks among Asia's top three most revisited destinations * Russia ships first naphtha cargo to Vietnam, data shows * Third-hottest July worldwide on record wreaks climate havoc * New regulations on issuing work permits for foreign workers in Vietnam * Vietnam seafood exporters face challenges but remain hopeful Myanmar: * Thirty-six countries to participate in the Eastern Economic Forum to be held in Vladivostok; Myanmar and Thailand will also participate * Trump's sweeping tariffs on dozens of countries take effect; Myanmar and Laos among the worst hit at 40% * Tok Mat, other Asean foreign ministers to visit Myanmar on Sept 19 * Myanmar signs deal with Washington lobbyists to rebuild US relations * AWS+ licence suspended for unapproved films, announces closure of AWS+ app * Myanmar Junta's acting president dies at 74 PUTRAJAYA,: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (centre) poses for a photo with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of Cambodia, General Tea Seiha (second, left), and Thailand's Acting Minister of Defence General Natthaphon Narkphanit (second, right) at the Perdana Putra Building. Also present were Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail (left) and Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari (right).-- Photo: Bernama Cambodia: * Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire pact in Malaysia 'important step forward', says Rubio * Hundreds of Buddhist monks in Cambodia gather to praise the ceasefire with Thailand and mourn the dead * Cambodia PM says he has nominated Donald Trump for Nobel Prize * Anwar hails Asean leaders for full support in achieving Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire * Cambodia's tourism ministry partners up to protect Ratanakkiri's last domestic elephants * New species teem in Cambodia's threatened karst Laos: * Laos raises public awareness to prevent human trafficking * Laos aims to boost farming, cut imports * Flood relief efforts intensify as Lao communities, authorities unite Brunei: * No intention at moment to implement 'Tax-Free Month': Brunei minister * Brunei targets 85% homeownership by 2035 * Brunei strengthens tourism sector with strategic initiatives CYBERJAYA: Asean Day is celebrated annually on August 8 to commemorate the founding of Asean in 1967, when Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand signed the Asean Declaration. -- Photo: Bernama AseanPlus: * Malaysia: Two men accused of robbing Chinese national of RM2.1mil * US-India tensions cast doubt on future of Quad, as well as possible Trump visit * Indian national pleads guilty to attempting to export turtles at KLIA * 58th Asean Day: Malaysia's proactive diplomacy underscored in regional celebration * Casino chip thief believed to have fled country, says Pahang top cop * Malaysia: Almost 18,000 illegals held in detention centres so far, says Saifuddin * Malaysia: CCID nabs 71 in eight-state swoop on scam syndicates * Australia travel advisory for eastern Sabah revised to 'high alert' from 'reconsider to travel' * Singer Dino, 50, says he suffered stroke a day after eating 7 durians * Malaysian actress Diana Danielle, 34, pursues higher studies for personal growth * Former MP Amir Kahar, 75, comes out of retirement to join Sabah STAR / Sarawak's Parti Bumi Kenyalang sets up Sabah wing * Shah Rukh Khan wins first-ever National Film Award for Best Actor for 'Jawan' * Trump's 50% tariffs could derail India's manufacturing goals, Moody's says * China boy stays calm by reciting poems while stuck in lift, earns acclaim online * Australian politician jailed for rape finally resigns * 'Never seen before' rains lash southern Japan * Baidu robotaxi with passenger falls into construction pit in China, raising safety concerns * US confirms it'll end tariff stacking, cut car levy, Japan says * S. Korea's largest firms ageing fast, under-30 workers at historic low * Imported chikungunya cases will rise steadily in Hong Kong, expert warns * Asian streaming giant iQiyi seeks US$300mil for Hong Kong listing set for this year * North Korean defector rescued after swimming across border to begin new life in S. Korea * Relief in Taiwan as Trump's 100% chip tariff fails to bite, but it's too early to relax * Trump tariffs hit India's garment makers as US buyers ask them to move production * Adult pacifiers trending in China, South Korea, but experts caution about their potential harm * Hong Kong police investigate death of man found collapsed in building stairwell * Hong Kong's Cathay posts 1.1% rise in first-half net profit, orders new planes * G-Dragon's Hong Kong concerts plagued by rampant ticket scalping: HK media * China likely to continue buying gold / Dogs of war: China touts killer robot 'wolves' * Leave your offices at home: Starbucks draws line at desktops in South Korea * Japanese warships visit New Zealand's capital for the first time in almost 90 years * Flash floods kill at least 10 people and leave 33 missing in northwestern China * Hong Kong police on the hunt for man who used fake bills to buy luxury watches * Australian mushroom murderer accused of poisoning husband with chicken curry: Police * Record population drop in Land of Rising Sun / World Cosplay Summit can't take the heat in Japan * Bells of Nagasaki's Urakami Cathedral to sound together for first time since bomb dropped in 1945 * Tennis - Teen sensation Mboko stuns Osaka to win Canadian Open * Badminton: Aaron hopes to see two all-Malaysian semis at World C'ships / Malaysia handed favourable draw for World Junior Mixed Team meet
CNA
3 days ago
- Politics
- CNA
Chinese President Xi Jinping could attend ASEAN Summit in October, joining Trump and other leaders: Anwar
CYBERJAYA, Selangor: Chinese President Xi Jinping could attend the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in October, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Friday (Aug 8), in what would be a rare in-person appearance by a Chinese supremo at the regional gathering. Speaking at an ASEAN Day ceremony in Cyberjaya, Anwar said at least four world leaders were expected at the summit, set for Oct 26 to 28 in Malaysia. 'We look forward to welcoming the heads of government of ASEAN and dialogue partners, including US President Donald Trump and I believe Chinese President Xi Jinping,' Anwar said, as quoted by local news outlet The Star. Anwar, who represents Malaysia as the current chair of the regional bloc, also said he has received 'positive indications' regarding the attendance of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. Both countries are among ASEAN's sectoral dialogue partners. 'Securing their presence is only the first step,' he said, as quoted by local media. 'The greater test is to ensure that they leave Malaysia and ASEAN feeling their time was well spent. We must ensure that their visit yields results of lasting value. The eyes of the world will be upon us. We must therefore rise to the occasion.' If both Xi and Trump attend, it would raise the prospect of a highly anticipated meeting between the two leaders in Southeast Asia, amid strained Sino-US ties over trade, technology and security. The most recent in-person meeting between Xi and Trump took place in Osaka in 2019 during the G20 Summit. The last time Xi met a sitting US president in person was in November 2024, when he met then-US President Joe Biden at the APEC Summit in Peru. Anwar had earlier announced on Jul 31 that Trump would attend the ASEAN summit. He said Trump had confirmed his attendance in a phone call. According to local media, Anwar had extended invitations to both Xi and Chinese Premier Li Qiang to attend the ASEAN Summit during his official visit to China last November. Meanwhile, Chinese authorities have not commented on Xi's potential attendance at the regional summit, and state media have not reported on it. Following Anwar's remarks on Friday, Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan later told reporters that Xi's participation was still a 'possibility', reported local news site The Sun. The last time a Chinese president attended an ASEAN-related summit in person was in 1997, when Jiang Zemin attended the first China-ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur. Xi's most recent participation in an ASEAN-related event was in 2021, when he virtually attended and chaired an ASEAN-China special summit to mark the 30th anniversary of bilateral dialogue relations. China typically sends its premier to attend ASEAN-related meetings, a point analysts previously noted to CNA. This year, Li participated in the inaugural ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)-China Summit in May. He also attended the East Asia Summit held on the sidelines of the ASEAN Summit in Vientiane, Laos, last October. Meanwhile, Trump has attended only one ASEAN summit - in 2017, during his first term as president from 2017 to 2021. The last time a US president personally attended the ASEAN Summit was in 2022, when Joe Biden travelled to Phnom Penh when Cambodia was the bloc's chair. Then-US Vice President Kamala Harris attended in 2023, followed by then-US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in 2024. In his remarks on Friday, Anwar described the upcoming ASEAN Summit as the regional grouping's 'largest and most high-profile gathering of world leaders to date', according to local news platform New Straits Times. Economic relations through intra-ASEAN trade and investments are among the key issues that will be discussed by the 10-member bloc and dialogue partners during the summit, Anwar said.
Sinar Daily
6 days ago
- Sinar Daily
MCMC investigates video of influencers giving leftover food to homeless
MCMC condemned the act of exploiting vulnerable groups for cheap entertainment and warned that such content degrades human dignity and risks normalising inhumane behaviour. 05 Aug 2025 01:55pm MCMC has launched an investigation into a viral video showing social media influencers giving leftover food to a homeless person, following public complaints. - Photo: Portal u-Pustaka website CYBERJAYA - The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has launched an investigation into a viral video showing social media influencers giving leftover food to a homeless person, following public complaints. MCMC condemned the act of exploiting vulnerable groups for cheap entertainment and warned that such content degrades human dignity and risks normalising inhumane behaviour. "The dissemination of content that humiliates individuals is unethical and damaging to social harmony,' the commission said in a statement today. The probe is being conducted under existing laws, with MCMC vowing to take stern action against any offenders. The commission also reiterated its commitment to preventing misuse of cyberspace, in line with efforts to uphold the rule of law and maintain public harmony. Members of the public are urged to refrain from sharing provocative or offensive material that could disrupt public order. Under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 [Act 588], offenders may face fines up to RM500,000, imprisonment for up to two years, or both. - BERNAMA More Like This
Malay Mail
6 days ago
- Malay Mail
‘Cheap entertainment': MCMC probes video of youths giving bones to homeless man
CYBERJAYA, Aug 5 — The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has launched an investigation into a video widely shared on social media that shows a group of individuals handing leftover food to a homeless man. In a press statement, MCMC said the probe was initiated following public complaints that the content was exploitative and demeaned the dignity of marginalised individuals. 'MCMC views seriously the act of producing and spreading content that exploits marginalised groups purely for cheap entertainment, generating views, and causing public unease,' the commission said. The regulator added that the investigation is being carried out under existing laws, and that firm action will be taken against any parties found guilty. It also reminded the public not to upload or share provocative content that could disrupt public order, warning that the dissemination of offensive, false or threatening material could result in a fine of up to RM500,000, a maximum of two years' imprisonment, or both. 'MCMC remains committed and firm in ensuring that cyberspace is not misused,' it said. A video circulated online recently showed three young men placing chicken bones in a rice packet and handing it to a homeless man, before later feeding actual chicken to a dog. The trio have since posted multiple apology videos, claiming the clip was scripted and that the man was later given a full meal off-camera.
Yahoo
31-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BlackBerry, Global Affairs Canada, and TMU's Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst Expand World-Class Cybersecurity Training in Malaysia
Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst's CLIC program launches globally at Malaysia's Cybersecurity Center of Excellence CYBERJAYA, MALAYSIA / / July 30, 2025 / BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB), Global Affairs Canada and Toronto Metropolitan University 's Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst ("the Catalyst"), announced the globally acclaimed CLIC (Certifications for Leadership in Cybersecurity) program will be offered at the Malaysia Cybersecurity Center of Excellence, with registration now open for the first course commencing in November. The international expansion of the CLIC program in Malaysia is a global first for the Catalyst and marks another phase of the Government of Canada's $3.9 million (CAD) multi-year investment in cybersecurity training at the facility, announced at APEC in November 2024. Under Canada's Indo-Pacific Strategy, Global Affairs Canada (GAC) is providing strategic support and funding, subsidizing the courses for Malaysians nationwide to enhance regional cybersecurity capacity and resilience in Southeast Asia. In collaboration with BlackBerry, the Catalyst, SANS Institute (SANS) and Malaysian Communication and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), this public-private sector initiative is set to further cement the Malaysia CCoE as a world-class hub for cyber talent development. Tash Stamatelos, Senior Vice President for BlackBerry APAC, said: "As a Canadian company, BlackBerry is proud to partner with Global Affairs Canada and the Catalyst at TMU to further expand the cybersecurity curriculum at the Cybersecurity Center of Excellence, making globally certified training more affordable and flexible for Malaysians. In collaboration with MCMC, this international collaboration across government, academia and industry marks a key step in equipping the nation's cyber talent with the skills needed to secure a growing digital economy." CLIC is a part-time and intensive six-month cybersecurity training and certification program designed to provide the skills needed to launch or elevate a career in cybersecurity. Open to everyone, the course will be offered in Malaysia fully online (with some optional in-person activities) through the CCoE, enabling flexible, self-paced learning. Charles Finlay, Founding Executive Director of the Catalyst, added, "The commencement of the Catalyst's flagship CLIC training program at the Cybersecurity Center of Excellence in Malaysia is an exciting milestone in our efforts to advance our global education mission to grow skilled cyber workforces. With the support of BlackBerry and Global Affairs Canada, this establishes our presence in Southeast Asia, laying the foundation to support Canada's Indo-Pacific mission to boost capacity and cyber resilience across the region." The program offers learners unprecedented access to hands-on skills training with highly qualified instructors, along with career support and practical skills in critical areas like ethics, communications, and business acumen. As well as valuable industry connections and mentorship, students will receive technical training through the SANS Institute and graduate with two highly sought-after global cybersecurity GIAC certifications ( GFACT and GSEC ), ensuring they are qualified for and ready to contribute in cybersecurity jobs upon program completion. Jodi Robinson, High Commissioner of Canada to Malaysia, commented, "The cybersecurity skills gap is a challenge across all nations and sectors, demanding shared solutions through global action. This includes making sought-after qualifications more accessible and affordable. As we advance Canada's Indo-Pacific Strategy in support of the region's fast-growing digital economy, this unique partnership with BlackBerry and Rogers Cyber Catalyst, and deep collaboration with the Government of Malaysia, further signals our mission to be a trusted partner in security, skills and trade across the region." The news follows the 12-month anniversary of the CCoE and recent training partnership announcement with EC-Council, which is expanding availability of self-paced learning courses for Malaysian civil servants. Since opening its doors in March 2024, the CCoE has announced multiple partnerships with globally certified partners including CompTIA, SANS Institute [LS1] and ICS2, awarded scholarships to aspiring cyber leaders and programs to foster inclusion in the sector, including CLIC scholarships for women. To register for the CLIC program through the Malaysia CCoE, visit the landing page. For more information about the Malaysia CCoE, visit the website, follow us on Linkedin or contact us at ccoemalaysia@ About Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst is Toronto Metropolitan University's national centre for training, innovation and collaboration in cybersecurity. Since its founding in 2018, the Catalyst has grown into Canada's most active cybersecurity hub, earning a global reputation for delivering high-impact programs and driving innovative solutions to critical technology security challenges. A not-for-profit corporation, the Catalyst collaborates with governments at all levels, public and private organizations, and academic institutions. Headquartered in Brampton, Ontario's Innovation District, the Catalyst delivers its programs across Canada and around the world. Learn more at About BlackBerry BlackBerry (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) provides enterprises and governments the intelligent software and services that power the world around us. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, the company's high-performance foundational software enables major automakers and industrial giants alike to unlock transformative applications, drive new revenue streams and launch innovative business models, all without sacrificing safety, security, and reliability. With a deep heritage in Secure Communications, BlackBerry delivers operational resiliency with a comprehensive, highly secure, and extensively certified portfolio for mobile fortification, mission-critical communications, and critical events management. For more information, visit and follow @BlackBerry. Trademarks, including but not limited to BLACKBERRY and EMBLEM Design, are the trademarks or registered trademarks of BlackBerry Limited, and the exclusive rights to such trademarks are expressly reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. BlackBerry is not responsible for any third-party products or services. Media Contacts: BlackBerry Media Relations+1 (519) 597-7273mediarelations@ Media Relationscomms@ SOURCE: BlackBerry Limited View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
