Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Saturday (Jan 25, 2025)


Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto walks after inspecting an honour guard during his ceremonial reception at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi, India, on Saturday, January 25, 2025. - Reuters

Malaysia:

* Inclusivity, sustainability the basis of Malaysia's resurgence, says Anwar

* Tourism ministry to promote Malaysia's breakfast culture in all programmes

* Moody's confirms Malaysia's A3 credit rating with stable outlook

* Man arrested for threatening comedian Harith Iskandar, family

* Counter staff rotation must be done in stages to avoid disruption, says Public Service DG

* Ringgit to trade cautiously ahead of FOMC, range RM4.37 - RM4.38 next week

* Father and daughter killed in collision on Kuala Krai-Gua Musang highway

* Men who attacked MMEA officers trying to leave country illegally, say police

* FAM awaits government approval for mixed-heritage players

* M’sia to weather tariff storm, maintain ties with US, China

* Three detained for selling drugs to Pinkfish concertgoers

* Malaysia's medical tourism boom sparks concerns over fake clinics, says Saifuddin

* Bangladeshi nationals arrested at KLIA for impersonating fisheries academy trainees

* Foreign cars cannot use RON95, ministry reminds petrol stations in Johor

* Claims of over 100,000 flood victims not receiving aid must be investigated, says PM's political secretary

Singapore's President Tharman Shanmugaratnam gestures as he addresses the audience, during the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in the Alpine resort of Davos. - AFPSingapore's President Tharman Shanmugaratnam gestures as he addresses the audience, during the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in the Alpine resort of Davos. - AFP

Singapore:

* How excessive smartphone and tablet use can hurt child development

* Jail for ex-IMH staff nurse who accessed details of female patient he found attractive

* AI must never replace essential human elements of learning, says UN chief

* Three taken to hospital after pile-up in Jalan Bukit Merah in Singapore, second multi-vehicle accident on same day

* Singapore Civil Defence Force officer to remain in hospital after fire engine collision

* Sixteen Malaysians arrested for links to scam syndicate targeting Singaporeans

* Singapore reins in app stores to protect the young

Indonesia:

* Indonesia vows to develop Nusantara into ‘political capital city’ by 2028

* Indonesia keen to boost halal products' competitiveness in Australia

* What Asean offers the world in the Intelligent Age

* Indonesia landslide death toll rises to 25

* Oil down for week as Trump touts energy policy

* Indonesia, India sign wide range of agreements, including on health and security

* Man-Tee shine in Istora again as they upstage seniors Aaron-Soh to reach final / * Pearly-Thinaah eye revenge as they storm into Indonesian Masters final

Performers take part in a traditional lion dance to celebrate the upcoming lunar new year in the southern Thai province of Narathiwat on Saturday, January 25, 2025. - AFPPerformers take part in a traditional lion dance to celebrate the upcoming lunar new year in the southern Thai province of Narathiwat on Saturday, January 25, 2025. - AFP

Thailand:

* Thai govt pushes Chiang Mai for World Heritage status

* Entertainment complexes not free gambling dens, Thai PM insists

* Tech hiccup at Bangkok's Don Mueang airport delays passengers

* Gambling tycoon abused in Thai jail after saying he spied for China, lawyers say

* Hongkonger stuck in Thailand to fly home on Monday (Jan 27) after scam farm ordeal

* Home Ministry to bolster security at Malaysia-Thailand border in Kelantan, says Saifuddin

* Bangkok offers free transport as it battles worst pollution in years / * Bangkok to see royal rainmaking flights amid PM2.5 crisis

Philippines:

* Philippines accuses China's forces of harassing fisheries vessels in the South China Sea

* Chinese embassy in Philippines refutes so-called "Chinese spy case"

* Sex education Bill ignites firestorm in Christian-majority Philippines

* Philippines stops research survey after Chinese 'harassment' in disputed sea

* Cebu City hacking: Suspect claims he was possessed by evil spirit

* Marcos not blocking impeachment move against Vice President Duterte, says Palace

People look at kumquat plants, which are traditionally bought for the lunar new year, for sale on the side of a street in Hanoi on Saturday, January 25, 2025. - AFPPeople look at kumquat plants, which are traditionally bought for the lunar new year, for sale on the side of a street in Hanoi on Saturday, January 25, 2025. - AFP

Vietnam:

* Vietnam to become Asia-Pacific region's fastest growing economy in 2026

* Arrivals at Vietnam's Tan Son Nhat airport hit record single-day high ahead of Lunar New Year

* Vietnam’s tourism sector pledges to eliminate single-use plastics by 2030

* Top diplomat Rubio encourages Vietnam to address trade imbalances with US

* More tools released to protect children online in Vietnam

Myanmar:

* China calls on Thailand, Myanmar to crack down on cross-border telecom fraud with strong measures

* China families appeal to free relatives held by scam gangs in Myanmar

* Myanmar's famed Shwedagon Pagoda attracts over eight million visitors in 2024

* From calligraphy to cuisine, Chinese cultural elements showcased in Spring Festival celebration in Myanmar

Fajar Alfian (left) and Muhammad Rian Ardianto of Indonesia celebrate after defeating Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Kittinupong Kedren of Thailand in their men's doubles semifinal match at Indonesia Masters badminton tournament at Istora Stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025. - APFajar Alfian (left) and Muhammad Rian Ardianto of Indonesia celebrate after defeating Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Kittinupong Kedren of Thailand in their men's doubles semifinal match at Indonesia Masters badminton tournament at Istora Stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025. - AP

Cambodia:

* Unicef: Over 240 million children's schooling disrupted by climate shock in 2024; Cambodia, Philippines among worst hit

* Cambodia urges people to exercise extreme caution amid poor air quality

* Cambodia welcomes first new dolphin calf of year

* Cambodia approves draft law punishing Khmer Rouge genocide denial

Laos:

* Laos aims to enhance quality of traditional medicine products

* Tourism on a high: Asean nations see huge surge in visitor numbers in 2024

* Japan supports development of Lao teachers

Brunei:

* Brunei Chief Syariah Judge highlights rise in attempted zina cases in the country

* New certification showcases better informed security practices in Brunei

* Brunei Chief Syarie Judge highlights rise in attempted zina cases

Madison Keys of the US holds the Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup aloft after defeating Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus in the women's singles final at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025. - APMadison Keys of the US holds the Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup aloft after defeating Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus in the women's singles final at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025. - AP

AseanPlus:

* Malaysia's chairmanship crucial to strengthen Asean's relevance, says expert

* Bangladeshi man detained for assaulting wife with mop handle and hair dryer

* Urban planning in Malaysia must preserve national identity, culture, says Anwar

* Foreign men shot after alleged attack on MMEA officers off Banting

* China travel peaks as millions head home for Lunar New Year

* Top Japan restaurant roasted for serving inferior ingredients to Chinese guests

* Lanterns, fairs greet CNY celebrations in Hong Kong

* Blast at ordnance factory in Maharashtra kills eight

* Tennis - Keys fulfils Grand Slam ambition after banishing doubts with therapy

* Black box of South Korea's crashed plane stops recording after bird strike warning

* South Korean man sentenced for vigilante actions against foreign nationals

* In Nepal, nearly 70 per cent of medical doctors fail licensing test

* Heavy snow, cold temperatures to grip South Korea over Seollal

* South Korean court again rejects prosecutors’ request for extension of Yoon’s arrest

* Hairstyling for arrested South Korean President Yoon not a special favour: Justice Ministry

* Saif Ali Khan attack: Mumbai Police says facial recognition of arrested accused needed

* COP30 chief praises Beijing’s climate progress

* BlackPink's Jennie set to release first solo album 'Ruby' in March

* South Korea prosecutors renew request to extend Yoon's arrest

* North Korea suspected of preparing to send more troops to Russia

* Japan looks to cash in on matcha boom to boost green tea exports

* Two new pandas from China make debut at National Zoo in Washington

* India probes mystery illness after 17 die: reports

* Hong Kong beefs up border, transport arrangements to cope with CNY rush

* Japan’s Nissan Motor to cut nearly 2,000 jobs in US plants; will reduce US vehicle production by about 25%

* Amazon Prime Video shifts focus to live sports to boost profits, The Information reports

* Three-story building collapses in Turkiye's central Konya province; search and rescue underway

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