Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim (right) waving to officials upon arrival at an airport in Bangkok. -- Photo by Izzuddin Radzak/ Prime Minister's Office of Malaysia/ AFP
Malaysia:
* Bukit Aman probing alleged insult of King on social media
* Malaysia, China pledge mutual support to safeguard sovereignty, security and territorial integrity
* Mutual visa exemptions with China pave the way to more education, tourism links, says Wisma Putra
* Jalur Gemilang gaffe: Cops wrap up questioning of Sin Chew editors
* Malaysia, China to deepen strategic cooperation in four key sectors/ China's Xi lauds fruitful ties with Malaysia
* Malaysia signs MoU with China to strengthen AI and digital economy
* 1MDB: Roger Ng to be interviewed by Najib's legal team, court told
* State govts urged to ban vape sales to curb synthetic drug abuse
* Another suspect remanded in RM2mil Seremban teen kidnapping case
* Woman nabbed in KLIA with 5.22kg of cocaine
* KL Tower not in good condition, repairs necessary, says Fahmi
* Malaysia-China ties ‘a stabilising force’ for regional peace and progress, says Dr Wee
* Malaysia gains approval to export fresh coconuts to China, says Mat Sabu
* Ayer Kuning polls: BN expects no hot issues to impact its chances
* Sisters end up in court after fighting over critically ill father's care in Melaka Hospital
* Tengku Zafrul and Amir Hamzah to head to Washington for tariff talks
* Retired banker cheated of RM15.1mil by ‘friend’ in fake share scam
* Court of Appeal to resume hearing of Syed Saddiq's case today/ Syed Saddiq's reimbursement claim an 'afterthought' defence, appeals court hears
A medical staff holds a child for growth measurement as part of a monthly medical check-up programme for children at an integrated services centre in Banda Aceh on Thursday, April 17, 2025. -- Photo by CHAIDEER MAHYUDDIN / AFP
Singapore:
* Singapore ready for polls as PM Wong outlines vision for regional, global cooperation amid global tensions
* Netflix's 'Con Mum' tells Singapore court she had nobody to bail her out
* Singapore PM on relations with big powers, US tariffs and the future of the greenback
* Singapore polls: Lawrence Wong launches PAP manifesto, introduces new faces
* Naked man attacks three cops in Singapore's Hougang area, slashes another person
* Over 20 taken to hospital after multi-vehicle collision on Ayer Rajah Expressway
* Singapore may revise 2025 key exports forecast due to US tariffs as shipment growth slows in March
* Zoe Tay and Fann Wong support Stefanie Sun at her Singapore concerts
* Singapore March exports rise 5.4% y/y, less than forecast
Indonesia:
* A Russian base in Indonesia? Should Australia be concerned?
* Indonesia targets Russia as new market to explore trade, investment amid US tariff policies
* Indonesia to dispatch 400,000 migrant workers, boost upskilling
* Top US, Indonesian diplomats discuss tariffs, defence at meeting
* Indonesia reconsiders strategies to attain 8% economic growth
* Oil heads for weekly rise as US adds sanctions on Iran, Opec cuts
* MAG tightens cost discipline as US tariffs threaten aircraft component prices
* Emerging Markets -Asian Stocks edge higher in cautious trade, US-Japan talks in focus
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is welcomed by Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister, Suriya Juangroongruangkit (second from left), in conjunction with his working visit to Bangkok, Thailand, at Military Air Terminal 2 on Thursday (April 17, 2025). -- fotoBERNAMA
Thailand:
* Anwar embarks on official visit to Thailand/ Malaysia, Thailand jointly funded cross-border bridge expected to be completed in 2028
* Anwar praises Thai leadership in advancing border projects
* US tariffs could trigger global recession, warns Chinese envoy
* Thailand’s culinary tourism rising, but still trails Japan
* Thailand unveils Robo-cop style 'AI Police Cyborg 1.0' officer to enhance safety at Songkran festival
* Thailand and Myanmar record 12 mild quakes, two in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai
* Thailand unveils 'AI Police Cyborg 1.0': Smart robot officer helps to enhance Songkran safety
* Thai security services doxxing activists, watchdog says
Philippines:
* Filipino actress Nora Aunor dies at 71
* Phi Phi Islands reopen 10 dive sites after year-long closure due to coral bleaching
* Marcos on Nora Aunor’s death: ‘Her genius was a gift to Filipino nation’
* Over 60,000 passengers at Philippine ports on Maundy Thursday
* Fake news and dirty politics flood Philippine social media
* Ratings fall for Marcos, up for Duterte
* Philippine remittances hit nine-month low
Pritam Singh, general-secretary of the Workers' Party (centre) during a news conference in Singapore, on Thursday, April 17, 2025. Singapore's government called for a May 3 election as Prime Minister Lawrence Wong seeks a mandate to tackle cost-of-living concerns and lead a nation that has long benefitted from global trade into a complicated new era. -- Photographer: Ore Huiying/Bloomberg
Vietnam:
* Vietnam adds nuclear to US$136bil plan to boost power capacity
* Vietnam rolls out proactive fiscal policy to drive economic growth
* Cut shifts or ramp up output? Vietnam's exporters face dilemma amid tariff chaos
* Corruption still top public concern in Vietnam report
* Vietnam to align with green international standards
* China, Vietnam deepen energy cooperation
Myanmar:
* Mission to set up field hospital in Myanmar put on hold
* Myanmar military leader pledges quake recovery and democratic transition
* Myanmar grants amnesty to over 4,900 prisoners on New Year's Day
* One cage to another for released trafficking victims in Myanmar
This pool photo taken and released on Thursday, April 17, 2025 by Agence Kampuchea Presse (AKP) shows Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet (right) shaking hands with China's President Xi Jinping during a meeting at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh. - AFP
Cambodia:
* China’s Xi Jinping arrives in Cambodia on final leg of South-East Asian tour/ China's Xi arrives in Cambodia for state visit
* President Xi departs Malaysia for Cambodia after concluding a three-day state visit
* Cambodia and US stage first tariff negotiations
* Cambodia and China infuse new energy into strategic partnership
* Mobile museum shares horrors of the Khmer Rouge
Laos:
* Economic Watch: Asean businesses bet on China's consumer power at top expo
* 15 people killed in road accidents during Lao New Year holidays
Brunei:
* Brunei ministry raises anti-tobacco, vaping awareness among students
* Brunei Sultan arrives to attend Raja of Perlis Silver Jubilee Royal Banquet
Lion dancers perform to welcome a convoy transporting China's President Xi Jinping into the Royal Palace for a meeting with Cambodia's King Norodom Sihamoni in Phnom Penh on Thursday, April 17, 2025. -- Photo by TANG CHHIN Sothy/ AFP
AseanPlus:
* 'Sorry for the jam': Cabinet to consider work-from-home proposal to ease traffic during Asean Summits
* President Xi's visit symbolic of strong, lasting bond between M'sia, China, says Anwar
* Malaysia and China reaffirm commitment to peaceful resolution in South China Sea issue
* Losses on Bursa Malaysia limited by optimism over China visit
* Chinese national dies, local suffers burns in JB house fire
* Backlash as Bill O'Reilly mocks Xi Jinping's Asean visit
* Diversification, strategic alliances among Asean members key to regional resilience, says Insap chairman
* Blackpink’s Rose is among Time magazine’s 100 most influential people
* Hollywood's fading charm in China -- and why US tariffs are making it worse
* “White Lotus” success boosts Thailand’s appeal
* Asian markets boosted by 'Big Progress' in Japan tariff talks
* Japan fails to win immediate tariff relief in US talks
* S. Korea worker found dead days after metro construction site collapse
* What to do on a three-hour visit to Japan's Okinawa island
* Posh China restaurant offers US$540 meals with elephant dung desserts for ‘authentic’ taste
* Coldplay in Hong Kong: Watchdog receives 114 complaints over blocked views
* Asean businesses bet on China's consumer power at top expo
* China's GDP growth climbs to 5.4% in steady recovery
* N. Korea raps US for deploying B-1B strategic bomber in S. Korea
* Chinese scientists use AI to help visually impaired to ‘see’, explore the world
* Landmark Ippudo Maisen store brings Japanese favourites together under one store
* Japanese actress Ryoko Hirosue released from custody after suspicion of injuring nurse
* Israel will keep Gaza buffer zone, minister says, as truce bid stalls
* India's BluSmart, rival of Uber, suspends operations after co-founder probed
* UN nuclear watchdog says it should be involved in Iran, US nuclear talks
* Chinese snack shop offers to transform placentas into health benefit pills for women
* Exclusive-Musk's SpaceX is frontrunner to build Trump's Golden Dome missile shield
* Samsung unveils AI-powered appliances, including fridges that can double as a smart home hub
* Giving a tribute to Malaysian music legend Jay Jay - tribute performance for a 70's singing sensation and proceeds from event will be used for musicians in need of help
