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Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Saturday (May 31, 2025)
Malaysia: * Notorious drug kingpin nabbed in KL hotel deported, says IGP * Anwar calls for decisive, consistent action on Gaza at Shangri-La Dialogue * Anwar calls for code of conduct on South China Sea issues * MACC seizes RM85.6mil in assets in highway funds probe * Mano Maniam, revered Malaysian actor and theatre stalwart, dies at 79 * S'wak govt aims for equitable rural-urban growth, says Uggah * Gawai Festival: A time to celebrate unity and harmony in Sarawak, says churches association * Religious Affairs Minister says health of haj pilgrim top priority as death of fifth M'sian recorded * Umno-PKR ties in unity govt intact despite Tengku Zafrul's exit, says Johari Ghani * Umno respects Tengku Zafrul's decision to leave party, says Tok Mat * MACC seizes RM85.6mil in assets in highway funds probe * Ringgit expected to trade in cautious mode next week amid US tariff uncertainty * Malaysia garnered over RM8bil in potential investments at Expo 2025 Osaka, says Fadillah * Teacher in Alor Gajah affair controversy lodges report over leaked video * Fake transit scheme foiled at KLIA, 105 foreign nationals ordered to leave * Umno respects Tengku Zafrul's decision to leave party, says Tok Mat / Give me space to focus on haj, says Tengku Zafrul * Indian actor Kamal Haasan is open to filming in Malaysia as he arrives in KL for promo tour of new movie 'Thug Life' Beachgoers look on as a large wave crests at Kuta beach near Denpasar, Indonesia's Bali island on Saturday, May 31, 2025. -- Photo by SONNY TUMBELAKA / AFP Singapore: * Pentagon chief irks Singaporeans with Lee-Trump comparison * Anwar, Singapore leaders discuss key bilateral issues / Anwar arrives in Singapore for Shangri-La dialogue * Anwar meets US defence secretary Hegseth and Boeing chief in Singapore * Macron touts 'positive new' Asia-Europe alliance amid US-China rivalry * Singapore defence minister meets counterparts from Five-Power defence nations, other defence ministers * Singapore couple row over man's colleague calling him 'baby', he argues it is norm * Changi Airport exploring resumption of direct flights between Singapore and Uzbekistan * US defence chief Hegseth tells Asian allies: Raise defence spending to 5% of GDP like Europe * Singapore's Shanti Pereira pipped to 200m gold by Chinese ace at Asian athletic meet * Singapore's logistics sector draws young talents / * Johor bookings in as school's out on both ends of the Causeway Indonesia: * Death toll rises to 17 in Indonesia quarry collapse as search continues * Indonesian govt scrambles to help Indonesian students in the United States amid visa suspension policy * Bali to ban production of bottled water under one litre * Rockfall at Indonesian limestone quarry kills 13 * Wildfire smoke exposure may shorten lung cancer survival * Possible new dwarf planet spotted near the edge of the solar system * Soon Huat-Shevon shift focus to Indonesian Open after narrow loss to Thais Thailand: * Thailand's whopping US$115bil budget clears first parliamentary hurdle * Seven bridges along Chao Phraya River in Thailand to be illuminated for Queen Suthida's birthday celebration * Trade talks with United States must continue despite tariff ruling: Former Thai PM Thaksin * Thailand to shut border with Cambodia amid boycott tensions * Phuket tops southern Thailand's tourism revenue in early 2025 Philippines: * Philippines defence chief says Asian superpower needs to overcome 'deficit of trust' * Philippines' Bohol town mayor suspends water activities after two Koreans drowned * Nigeria jails a Malaysian, an Indonesian, two Chinese and 11 Filipinos for internet scams * It was hell: Filipino mom released from ICE detention * Cautious optimism in Philippine stocks Williams driver Alexander Albon of Thailand steers his car during the qualifying session ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix Formula One race at the Barcelona Catalunya racetrack in Montmelo, near Barcelona, Spain, on Saturday, May 31, 2025. -- AP Photo/Joan Monfort Vietnam * Alpine expert says climate change making mountains more dangerous * MMEA overcomes aggressive foreign vessel in Miri waters * Asian leaders voice concerns over US tariffs; call for greater unity among region's nations * Vietnamese textile, footwear exporters eye target markets * Vietnam, Hungary to deepen partnership with cooperation plan Myanmar: * Earthquake-hit Myanmar invite foreign investor for rebuilding * Malaysia invites Myanmar conflict groups for dialogue in KL, says PM Anwar * Over 1.9 million stimulant tablets and 134 kg of heroin worth US$2.9 billion seized in Myanmar * Many survivors of devastating Myanmar quake in March still live in leaky tents Cambodia: * Cambodia and Japan deepen strategic partnership and cooperation * Border issues with Thailand require patience and determination, says Cambodian PM * Brics approves climate finance framework, crafting joint stance for first time * Cambodian women rising to tap global fishery products market Laos: * Laos aims for 70 per cent forest cover to secure greener futurek * Laos President, Japan PM pledge stronger links as two nations mark 70-year ties * Laos, Russia agree to strengthen legal cooperation Brunei: * Brunei sultan discharged from hospital * Asia-Pacific scholars address AI, language, communication in Brunei * Malaysian man involved in online Macau scam sentenced to seven years' jail in Brunei * Brunei holds nationwide Sunnat Hajat prayers for Sultan and country US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Japan's Defence Minister Gen Nakatani pose for a photograph at the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue security summit in Singapore, on Saturday, May 31, 2025. -- Photo: REUTERS/Edgar Su AseanPlus: * Bella Astillah, Syed Saddiq delight fans with traditional dance * Life stories of senior Malaysian Chinese artists highlighted in photo exhibition * For the love of peace for all across South-East Asia as Buddhists in Malaysia celebrate the Wesak festivities in prayers and also style * Discover the rural charms of Sabah's cool district, Tambunan * Malaysian actress Daphne Low suffers first-degree burn from curling iron in stylist mishap * Miss Grand International 2024 termination sparks online backlash * India confirms it lost fighter jets in recent Pakistan conflict * Chinese man lives in mountains, creates 300 cars, including 'work-desk vehicle' * Thousands affected, over 50,000 power outages as severe weather batters Sri Lanka * Man jumping into Terracotta warriors pit in China under investigation * Rooted in the earth, Indian traditional mud wrestling thrives * Bangladeshi mangoes enter China for the first time * New Zealand swears in new deputy prime minister * Turnout for early voting in South Korea falls short of 2022 at 34.74% * Concerns over declining population of rare duck in Cambodia * China's visa-free trial for GCC nationals hailed as major boost to bilateral ties, cooperation * K-Pop and breakdance power South Korean high-stakes presidential race * Japan seeks to grow Africa investments to ease reliance on China * New model helps conservationists predict wildlife responses to climate change: study * Art Hong Kong Expo: Cultural leaders rally to promote HK's global hub vision * Rain havoc in Kerala: Five killed, trees uprooted; red alert in eight districts * China set to resume seafood imports after Fukushima scare * Japan says there is no easy concession on US tariffs, seeks more talks in June * Hong Kong 47: Jimmy Sham, 3 other opposition figures released from prison * Trump gets key wins at Supreme Court on immigration, despite some misgivings * China already had a graduate jobs crisis. The trade war is making it worse * Who's got the next Labubu? Hong Kong creators eye a slice of 'goods economy' pie * Kannada originated from Tamil: Actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan's remarks irk Congress, BJP * Arson suspect in Seoul subway fire in custody; over 400 people evacuated, 21 in hospital for minor injuries * Japan's House of Representatives passes Pension Reform Bill; more part-time workers to be eligible for employee programme * Cricket - Mumbai eliminate Gujarat to keep alive IPL final hopes * Motor racing-Piastri completes McLaren practice sweep in Spain * Tennis-Swiatek wants equal treatment for women as French Open schedule remains in focus
New Straits Times
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Powerful storm damages 78 houses in Larut
LARUT: A powerful storm swept through Taman Kamunting Perdana and Kampung Jelai, Batu Kurau here, this afternoon, damaging a total of 78 houses. One of the victims, Nor Azahar Mohamed Noor, 56, recalled the terrifying moment when the storm struck around 4.15pm as he was inside his home in Taman Kamunting Perdana. "I suddenly heard an incredibly loud roaring sound from the wind. "I immediately rushed outside and realised that a powerful gust was sweeping through the neighbourhood," he said when met tonight. He added that the wind intensified just moments after he recited the azan. "I had never seen or heard anything like it. The windstorm was so strong that I was stunned as I watched the main roof of my house get ripped off. "My wife and children, who were inside, screamed in shock when they saw the roof over the living room completely blown away," he added. Another victim, Mahamat Sopian Mat Hussin, 52, said he was shocked to find that the front section of the roof of his house carried away by the storm for over 500m. "It's hard to describe the force of the wind. Imagine, my roof was lifted and blown more than 500m away from my home. "My iron swing, weighing almost 100kg, was also lifted from outside the house and carried 100m to a neighbour's house, while the car garage was also completely destroyed by the storm," he said. Mahamat, who has lived in the area for 13 years since retiring from the military, described this as the most severe storm he has ever experienced. "Despite losing my house, I'm grateful that my wife and children are safe," he added He urged government agencies and the relevant authorities to help repair the damaged homes quickly, especially with Hari Raya Aidiladha just around the corner. Meanwhile, Larut Umno division secretary Mohd Amran Abdul Rahman said his team has stepped in to gather information and provide immediate assistance to affected residents. He added that contractors would be appointed to repair all the damaged houses before the upcoming celebration. However, he advised all victims to file police reports to facilitate the repair process.
Free Malaysia Today
2 hours ago
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
PKR Youth chief makes case for accepting ‘professional' Zafrul
Kamil Munim, head of PKR Youth and an aide to party president Anwar Ibrahim, said Tengku Zafrul Aziz could offer added value to PKR. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : The head of PKR Youth, Kamil Munim, has stated support for accepting former Umno leader Tengku Zafrul Aziz into PKR, saying the move would boost support for the party. Kamil said PKR should be open to taking in professional figures like Tengku Zafrul; the decision would show that the party was continuing to expand its horizons as a mature party, reflecting its readiness to continue leading the nation. 'I believe that Tengku Zafrul joining PKR, which is understood to have been in discussion for more than a year, would allow us to attract support from various quarters as we build a more progressive, just and inclusive nation,' he said in a post on X. 'This is in line with PKR's commitment to politics based on ideas, expertise and integrity. Tengku Zafrul's experiences can offer some added value to PKR,' said Kamil, who is a political secretary to PKR president and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Tengku Zafrul announced his resignation as an Umno member yesterday and stated his intention to join PKR. This ruffled some feathers within his former party, with Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki warning PKR against breeding disharmony between the government allies. PKR central leadership council member Adam Adli was quoted by Malaysiakini as expressing concern that ties with Umno would become tense because of Tengku Zafrul's decision. However, PKR secretary-general Fuziah Salleh said the party will consider the input of its government allies as well as PKR's own grassroots in evaluating membership applications, including that of Tengku Zafrul.
Free Malaysia Today
3 hours ago
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Tengku Zafrul's GE15 pledge unenforceable, says Tok Mat
Umno deputy president Mohamad Hasan said he could not see how the GE15 pledge could be enforced against Tengku Zafrul Aziz as he did not win the seat he contested. PETALING JAYA : The review of a pledge signed by Tengku Zafrul Aziz when he was a Barisan Nasional candidate in the 15th general election cannot be enforced because he did not win in the election. Umno deputy president Mohamad Hasan said Tengku Zafrul was appointed as the investment, trade and industry minister in his capacity as a senator, Bernama reported. 'This matter is not included within the scope of the agreement because Tengku Zafrul did not win in the election. 'That pledge is made by any elected representative as a state assemblyman or an MP. 'If they win, the seat belongs to the party, not to the individual. 'The individual who becomes a candidate and wins signs many agreements, including reimbursing the costs incurred by the party and many other things. 'Tengku Zafrul did not win. He became a minister on the basis of being a senator. So I don't see how the pledge can be enforced against him,' he told reporters after a luncheon in Seremban today. He was commenting on a statement by Umno Supreme Council member Puad Zarkashi, who urged the party to take stern action against Tengku Zafrul, who announced his departure from Umno to join PKR yesterday. Puad also asked the party to review the pledge signed by Tengku Zafrul when he was a BN candidate in GE15. Tengku Zafrul lost in the election for the Kuala Selangor parliamentary seat. Puad asked the party to study the possibility of demanding RM100 million in compensation if Tengku Zafrul's action is considered as party hopping. Asked whether the resignation would affect Umno, Mohamad, who is also Rembau MP, said Tengku Zafrul did not hold a high position in the party and it would not have a significant impact on Umno. Earlier today, Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the party's legal team would review whether Tengku Zafrul had breached the agreement signed during GE15, which binds candidates to the party.
Free Malaysia Today
3 hours ago
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Review pact with PH if PKR takes Zafrul in, says Kedah Umno
A decision by PKR to accept Tengku Zafrul Aziz could cause rifts in the coalition government, said Syed Johan Rizal Syed Unan Mashri. (Facebook pic) PETALING JAYA : Kedah Umno has urged Barisan Nasional to review its partnership with Pakatan Harapan for the next general election (GE16) if PKR accepts Tengku Zafrul Aziz as a member. PKR would be akin to 'stealing' an Umno leader if it took in Tengku Zafrul as a member, said Kedah Umno communications director Syed Johan Rizal Syed Unan Mashri. He told FMT that this could then lead to fractured ties within the coalition government, similar to how Bersatu had also 'fished' for Umno leaders in the past. After the 2018 general election, in which BN lost power, a host of Umno leaders defected to Bersatu, among them Hamzah Zainudin, now Bersatu deputy president, and Mas Ermieyati Samsudin, the current Wanita Bersatu chief. 'Today, it's one leader, but what will happen next? If our own allies in the government do not respect such boundaries, we should reassess our political compass in GE16,' said Syed Johan. 'Umno won't stop anyone from leaving but our allies should respect the political boundaries. If they don't respect the spirit of friendship among allies, we must be more stern in defending Umno's honour,' he said. Tengku Zafrul announced his resignation as an Umno member yesterday, relinquishing his posts as a member of the party's Supreme Council and the head of its Kota Raja division. The senator also said he has conveyed his intention to join PKR to its president Anwar Ibrahim, and secretary-general Fuziah Salleh. Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki warned PKR against accepting Tengku Zafrul as a member, saying it would cause disharmony between the government allies. Earlier, Fuziah said PKR will consider the input of its allies in the government as well as the party's own grassroots in evaluating membership applications, including that of Tengku Zafrul. However he has yet to submit his official PKR membership application. Kedah Umno information chief Shaiful Hazizy Zainol Abidin was unhappy with Fuziah's response, saying PKR should have decided from the outset to reject Tengku Zafrul's application.
