Malaysians taking photo with a statue of Rabbit as they visit Thian Hou Temple in Kuala Lumpur on the first day of Chinese New Year Celebration, on Sunday (Jan 22, 2023). - AZHAR MAHFOF/The Star
Malaysia:
* Malaysia strongly condemns Danish leader’s provocative act in Sweden
* DPM hits out at Hadi's alleged remarks on cash hand out
* If cost of food goes up, help reduce the cost, Ismail Sabri tells the government
* Cops bust drug distribution ring in Kluang and Batu Pahat, cops nab six men
* What will the Year of the Rabbit hold for your zodiac sign?
* Covid-19 Watch: 293 new cases, nationwide ICU bed usage at 61pc
* 1.8 billion scam calls blocked by MCMC from 2017 to 2022, says Comms Minister
* MA63: Unity Govt delivered large part of agreement’s content, says PM Anwar
* CNY celebrated with joy nationwide
* Bursa Malaysia likely to be muted this week; trading week shortened due to CNY
* China reopening and improved domestic economic sentiment set to lift ringgit this week
* Health Ministry to work with stakeholders to address overcrowding at hospital emergency depts
Singapore:
* Past year was tough for healthcare workers, dealing with three Covid-19 waves, says Singapore health minister
* Singaporean nabbed in Thailand wanted for cheating and drug-related offences
* Singapore and Malaysia to sign MOC in digital and green economy, says Tengku Zafrul
* Bullish calls mount as Asian stocks go on a tear in the New Year
* S’poreans flock to JB for the long weekend
* After 15 years, Malaysian actor Jack Lim and Singapore's Mark Lee team up again
Indonesia:
* Indonesian President Jokowi's approval rating at all-time high: poll
* Indonesia's Asean presidency to focus on economic growth, says senior minister Airlangga Hartarto
* It's a bountiful Chinese New Year of Rabbit for Indonesians as it brings fortune to traders
* Asean displayed sheer confidence and grit at Davos; conveys a positive outlook for region
* Will the Year of the Rabbit finally bring us some peace in 2023?
* Indonesia turns to sorghum to expand food sources
Thailand:
* 'Siren service' for Chinese tourist lands three police officers in trouble in resort town of Pattaya
* Asian Insider - Thailand’s rice bowl threatened by rise of regional rivals
* Covid curbs over, China's tourists hit Thai beaches for first time in three years
* How Malaysia can help more with the Southern Thai conflict
* Three killed in shoot-out in troubled south of Thailand
Philippines:
* Asian Insider - The Philippines has a staple problem with rice – and it’s not going away soon
* Why onion and egg prices are rising in the Philippines
* Philippines looks forward to welcoming back Chinese tourists
Vietnam:
* Vietnam seeks to curb inflation at 4.5 per cent with flexible monetary policy
* The Year of the Cat not Rabbit is believed to bring good luck and smooth sailing in Vietnam
* Tuna becomes a billion-dollar export for first time in Vietnam
Myanmar:
* Chinese Lunar New Year celebrated in a big way in Myanmar
Cambodia:
* Cambodian financial industry's code of conduct put into full implementation
Laos:
* Laos among list of countries greenlit for Chinese group tours
Brunei:
* Indonesian jailed and fined for overstaying for almost two years in Brunei
AseanPlus:
* Chinese pray for health in Lunar New Year as Covid-19 death toll rises
* China reports almost 13,000 new deaths due to Covid-19 for the last week
* Four killed and four critical after Japan apartment fire on first day of Lunar New Year
* New Zealand's next leaders confirmed as Prime Minister Ardern resigns; Chris Hipkins is new PM
* Top 8 idioms about rabbits and hares to celebrate Chinese New Year
* Asia turns to tech to help watch over a growing elderly population
* Let’s avoid another nuclear arms race
* Next New Zealand PM slams 'abhorrent' treatment of Ardern
* China’s untapped hydropower could supply 30 per cent of electricity needs: study
* India blocks BBC documentary on PM Modi from airing in India
* Tennis-Ostapenko knocks out Gauff to reach Australian Open quarters
* Asia turns to tech to help watch over a growing elderly population
* China-Hong Kong: First Spring Festival without restrictions
* HK rabbits enjoy bunny resort as owners travel
* Xi extends New Year greetings to all Chinese
* Culture shine as Southern California embraces CNY
* Year of the Rabbit sees much-loved creature hop onto centre stage
* Pet sitters back in business after Covid-19 reopening
* What could bring the Korean Peninsula to the brink of war
