Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Sunday (April 5, 2026)


Pope Leo XIV addresses the faithful after delivering the Urbi et Orbi blessing - Latin for "to the city of Rome and to the world" - from the central loggia of St. Peter's Basilica at the end of Easter Mass he presided over in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican, Sunday, April 5, 2026. -- AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino

Malaysia

* Diesel subsidies estimated at RM2.2bil in March, nearly triple previous month's figures, says Armizan

* Govt won't rush into hiking fuel prices despite mounting pressures, says Anwar

* Malaysians must understand impact of Middle East conflict, says Anwar

* Recovered public funds help govt withstand fuel shocks, says PM Anwar

* Environment Dept deputy DG to face further corruption charge

* My ‘party’ may already be in Perikatan, says Hamzah

* Melaka denies water rationing amid social media claims

* Govt to enhance response to energy crisis, protect welfare

* Sabah mulls work-from-home option for state civil servants

* Man nabbed over alleged sexual harassment at MRT station

* Thunderstorms, strong winds warning for 10 states, KL until 8pm

* MAG's hedging strategy pays off amid fuel volatility, eyes China for growth

* Housewife claims trial to eight cheating charges over RM173,500 jewellery scam

* Candidate selection based on merit, not position, Anwar tells Johor PKR members

* Education Ministry probing SOP compliance after two IPG students drown in Kedah

* Ringgit to hover around 4.00 to 4.05 level against the US dollar and stay cautious this week amid West Asia conflict 

* Bursa Malaysia to remain cautious from Monday (April 6) due to Mideast conflict; to be confined within the 1,680-1,740

Singapore

* Former singer and Arsenal star Mihoko Ishida takes on new challenges as Singapore women’s coach

* Love and labour: A wife’s caregiving journey after husband’s stroke upends retirement dreams

* Taiwanese singer Rainie Yang’s concert in Singapore cancelled for second time

* Singapore and Japan to ensure Australia's fuel supply, Minister says

* Pilot initiative to be expanded to keep Singapore seniors active, socially connected to communities

* China ready to cooperate with Russia to ease Middle East tension, foreign minister says

Indonesia

* UNSC approves Indonesia's call for emergency meeting on Unifil attack

* Multiple Mt Semeru eruptions send hot clouds 3.5km from crater

* Indonesia lays to rest peacekeepers killed in Lebanon

* Indonesia now teaming up to breed at risk orang utan with Japan

* What Zhipu and MiniMax’s first post-IPO earnings say about the 2 Chinese AI start-ups

Thailand

* 'No joy for Songkran': Energy crisis casts shadow over celebrated festival as Thailand tourist arrivals dwindle

* 70% of export cargo from southern Thailand transhipped through Penang, says PPC chairman

* Thailand braces for dangerous extreme heat before Songkran

* Tourism body stages water festival to connect six provinces across Thailand

* Trump says deal with Iran possible by Monday, Fox News reports

Philippines

* 'Spur the country to new heights, ' - Marcos calls on Filipinos to embrace compassion and unity on Easter Sunday

* Global Sumud Flotilla to depart from Barcelona on April 12

* Marcos urges Filipinos to ‘rise with renewed purpose’ on Easter Sunday

* Couple charged with trafficking Filipino caregivers in California

* British royals gather for Easter service, with Andrew and his family absent

Vietnam

* Vietnamese Ministry proposes advance mechanism for the fuel price stabilisation fund

* Turtle power drives Vietnam’s coastal conservation efforts

* For generations, Vietnam made its most beloved condiment the same way. The craft lives on

* Iran warns US-Israeli attacks on nuclear sites risk radioactive fallout across region

Myanmar

* 'I'm the boss now': Myanmar’s parliament elects ruling general as president, keeping the army firmly in charge

* Myanmar Airways to resume flights to Myitkyina and Putao from April 7

* Fuel shock bites in China and rest of Asia, but no panic yet - still this is not an April Fool's joke

* Unifil to lodge formal protest after Israeli troops destroy surveillance cameras at HQ

Cambodia

* Cambodia: Cham muslim fishers reeling from diesel costs, poor catch in Tonle Sap River

* Cambodia says it extradited accused money laundering leader to China

* Thanks to donors, Cambodian mountain school lives to teach for another year

* Svay Rieng casino licence revoked after over 100 scammers detained in Cambodia

Laos

* Man arrested for impaired driving after his car hits into a crowd during Lao New Year celebration in Louisiana

* Laos puts youth at the centre of UXO awareness efforts

* Beijing speaks out against Israel death penalty law

Brunei

* HIV awareness programme educates Brunei youth on risks, prevention

* Multi-agency initiative brings AI-powered robots to Brunei Hari Raya celebration

* UN warns regional tensions divert attention from dire Gaza crisis 

Aseanplus

* Malaysia condemns continuing attacks on Unifil peacekeepers in southern Lebanon

* Malaysia on Easter Sunday: Foster interfaith harmony to safeguard unity, says Aaron

* Malaysia can expect two million Indian tourists this year despiote West Asia conflict, says High Commissioner 

* Ambassador Ouyang expresses condolences over Tun Ling’s passing

* KLIA among world’s top five airports with most shops and restaurants

* Open-cast pit to eco park: India reinvents old mines

* Two hikers rescued after being stranded at Lambir Hills

* Trump says US will target Iran's infrastructure on Tuesday

* Microsoft to make US$10bil AI-related investment in Japan

* New govt app in S. Korea to allow victims to monitor stalkers

* Gallup poll finds world views China better than United States

* Afghan mother seeks justice after Pakistani bombing kills hundreds

* Rewards for reporting illegal foreign workers in Japan spark controversy

* Nearly 500 elderly killed by family caregivers in Japan in FY 2006-2024

* Revellers parade giant penises to dash stigma in Japan's fertility festival

* Will coming changes to HK$2 transport scheme hurt working elderly most?

* S. Korea military helicopter mistakenly enters DMZ during wildfire operation

* Other ways Easter is celebrated around the world (some will blow your mind!)

* S. Korea asks Gulf nations for steady energy supply, safety of Korean vessels

* At the recent Tokyo Fashion Week, street style goes bold with layers and colours

* In high-stakes mission, US special forces rescue airman from Iran after F-15 crash

* Unifil to lodge formal protest after Israeli troops destroy surveillance cameras at HQ

* ‘I’m not dumb’: Hong Kong’s London trade office manager denies running spy network

* China’s Hainan Island in a major drive to promote it as a Muslim-friendly tourist destination

* 'Choose peace': Pope marks first Easter Sunday under cloud of chaotic Middle East conflict

* Compound Chinese surnames come from historic figures, ancient states; fewer than 100 remain

* Seoul cites differing circumstances of ships, countries after Japan-linked vessel transit Strait of Hormuz

* Bangladesh: Dhaka cuts office hours and turns off wedding lights  due to huge increase in power charges

 

 

 

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