Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Tuesday (May 19, 2026)


Philippine senators take their oath as jurors in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte at the plenary hall of the Senate in Manila on May 18, 2026. Philippine lawmakers were sworn in on May 18 to serve as judges in the trial of impeached Vice President Sara Duterte, the second attempt since last year to force her from office. - Photo: AFP

Malaysia

* King grants audience to Anwar

* State Umno supports Selangor Sultan's call to uphold Rukun Negara

* Selangor Opposition wants Seri Kembangan rep to apologise over remarks, backs Selangor Ruler’s decree

* GSF2.0: 25 Malaysians among those detained by Israeli military

* Govt hopes opposition MPs will support bill to limit PM’s tenure

* Zara’s recording of love and distress played at inquest

* Unhappy PKR lawmakers may opt for Bersama, say analysts

* Analysts: Voters will feel shortchanged by resignations

* Constituents to continue receiving services

* Sugar supply secure despite ban

* Bill seeking to separate AG and PP roles will be re-tabled on June 22

* PM’s personal reply to Pulau Banggi lad’s letter

* Chua: UEC limited access move nothing earthshaking

* Pipe burst in Butterworth disrupts water supply in Penang

* Sun bear sparks fear in Jertih village after livestock attacks

* Four teenagers attack e-hailing driver in Melaka over fare

* Malaysian economy surpasses projections despite global conflicts, says PM

* Court finds Papagomo liable for defaming Lim Guan Eng, son

* Ag Mohd Tahir convicted under anti-money laundering act

* Johor Barisan's move to contest state election independently not a betrayal of unity govt, says Zambry

* Mindef to strengthen local defence industry, says Khaled

* Nancy: We are monitoring the sexual harassment case in Sarawak involving police officer

* Court acquits former Perlis MB's son of RM19,505 false claim charge

* Barisan to continue maintaining understanding in Unity Govt, says Zambry

* Penang Pakatan remains open to working with Barisan, says Chow

* Two men fined RM1,300, ordered to do community service for littering

* Govt refining Subsidised Diesel Control System to make it more targeted, says Akmal

* Govt identifies five manufacturing sub-sectors most affected by global supply crisis

* Papagomo found liable for defaming Guan Eng and son

* Report lodged over alleged press harassment at Pakatan convention, says Johor Media Club

* PKR MPs deny betraying mandate after attending Rafizi-Nik Nazmi event

* PKR leaders must take responsibility for disloyalty to party, says Amirudin

* Duo remanded over misuse of public funds totalling RM800,000

* Admission to public higher education remains based on SPM, says Zambry

* Sharp rise in sexual harassment cases against male victims, says Nancy

* Over 19,000 illegal immigrants deported in 2026

* EPF’s 1Q investment income jumps 51% to RM27.73bil

* New Malaysian passport to be issued from June 1, features 94 security elements

* Malaysia needs future-ready immigration system to counter global threats, says Saifuddin

* Six nabbed for murder in Ipoh

* Man crashes car into Ipoh entertainment outlet

 

 

Singapore

* Jail, caning for man caught in Singapore with over 70 sexually explicit videos of children, including toddler

* More ships arrive in Singapore as Iran conflict disrupts Middle East routes, but fewer refuelling there

* Singapore's Snow City to close after 26 years, last day of operations will be Sept 30

* Over 1,100 SingLit book titles added to Singapore Culture Pass list

* Cantonese restaurant Wing Seong Fatty’s to end 100-year run in Singapore

* Flight SQ321: Radar failed to detect weather likely behind severe turbulence, say investigators*

* Jail for third man involved in death of ship crew member who was given unsafe breathing mask

 

Indonesia

* A shot in the arm for defence

* Indonesia heightens Ebola surveillance at border checkpoints after WHO’s global emergency alert

* Indonesia intensifies negotiations to free MT Honour 25 crew held by Somali pirates

* North Sumatra running out of measles vaccines amid increasing cases

* Malaysia records RM89.4mil potential sales at Indonesia franchise expo

* Record low rupiah sparks memes, call for Indonesian bank official to resign

* Indonesia signed letter but made no commitment to US on airspace access: Defence minister

* Nadiem graft case deters young Indonesians overseas from returning

* Indonesia reaffirms no US overflight commitment

 

Thailand

* Thailand scraps 60-day free visa, restores old exemption rules

* Thai beer heir sacked after brother's abuse accusations

* Thailand tightens durian standards to boost global competitiveness

* Thailand moves to overhaul visa-free entry rules to curb crime risks

* Ebola watch: Thailand stays on high guard against imported cases

* Thai Cabinet approves Thai Help Thai Plus for 43 million people, registration opens May 25

* State Railway of Thailand says Makkasan rider entered rail zone before being grazed by train

 

Philippines

* Senate convenes as impeachment court to try veep

* Philippines rejects special US status for planned Luzon industrial hub

* Marcos says Philippines would be involved in any Taiwan conflict

* Sara Duterte trial to open next phase of Philippine political turmoil

* Over 1,100 Philippine police personnel penalised in internal cleansing drive

* Evidence shows no attack against Philippine Senate – Department of Interior and Local Government

 

Vietnam

* Five teen students drown while swimming in Vietnam river

* Babysitter in Vietnam jailed for 20 years over toddler’s death

* Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City launches 45-day crime crackdown campaign

* Welcome to Da Nang - Vietnam's golf haven for enthusiasts, and tourists in South-East Asia

 

Myanmar

* Two dead after sand pit collapse in Myanmar's Shan State

* Leopard population found in Myanmar wildlife sanctuary

* Museum visitors rediscover Myanmar's heritage through ancient treasures

* Myanmar stuns Malaysia in World Cup takraw semi-finals

 

Cambodia

* Japan grants US$11mil for mine clearance, victim assistance

* Cambodia calls on youth to ‘Say No to Fake News’

* Kingdom of Style: Phnom Penh designers week a declaration of artistic freedom

* Cambodian university hosts international Mekong development conference

 

Laos

* Laos prioritises upgrading healthcare standards

* Laos, Cambodia join forces to curb cross-border scams

* Lao and Thailand ink Mekong River navigation safety pact

 

Brunei

* Brunei makes preserving artefacts a shared responsibility

* Brunei strengthens tour guides’ Islamic practices understanding

 

Aseanplus

* Temporary stay only for refugees under DPP

* Malaysia needs future-ready immigration system to counter global threats, says Saifuddin

* Anwar: Athletes’ welfare will remain protected despite financial constraints

* Malaysia's inflation rate remains stable, lower than regional peers

* Process to bring home elephants from Tennoji Zoo cannot be rushed, says deputy minister

* Defence Ministry claiming RM1bil in compensation from Norwegian firm over missile deal

* China-US agree on farm goods, investment board

* Quake hits Guangxi region, two killed

* Americans arrested over stunt at baby monkey Punch’s zoo

* Cautious market causes ringgit to close lower

* Modi allies push for bigger families

* Hunt for six after truck falls into river in rains

* Lens on Taiwan’s leisure farms

* Oppstar in Japan’s TAI chip collaboration

* Ringgit opens slightly higher against US$ amid Middle East developments

* Asian shares mixed, bonds recover as oil eases on Trump's Iran comments

* Museums in South-East Asia that are architecturally beautiful

* Samsung, union narrow some differences as major strike nears

* Starbucks Korea head fired after promotion sparks public uproar

* Japan, South Korea set to agree on oil cooperation, Nikkei says

* Australia secures jet fuel from China to keep flying in energy squeeze

* Adani Group stocks rise after US drops fraud charges against Gautam Adani

* Xi to host 'old friend' Putin as China projects stable global role after Trump visit

* Tang Jie, Ee Wei first mixed doubles pair to win national sports awards

* Malaysia's inflation rises 1.9% in April 2026

* Guangxi’s Pinglu Canal to boost growing trade between South-East Asia and China

* Bursa Malaysia marginally higher at midday

* Foreign carmakers repurpose Chinese plants as export hubs

* Elderly man in China lives in supermarket despite owning flat, offers property to new friend for care

* StanChart to cut more than 7,000 jobs as bank steps up AI adoption

* Singaporean tourist rescued by helicopter in South Korea after allegedly entering restricted area

* Taiwan opposition vote to impeach president fails

* Asia airlines need help to cope with fuel surge, trade body says

* Young age, vile acts of suspects in Japan robbery-murder case are horrifying: Editorial

* New Zealand foreshadows job cuts in tight pre-election budget

* China's departure tax refund levels up for visitors

* South Korea, Japan agree to shore up energy cooperation, strengthen security ties

* Carrying Gaza children's dreams to the top of the world in Nepal

* Pakistan sends new Iranian peace proposal to US

* Seoul Subway app revamped to improve access for foreign riders

* Man wears plastic bag over head, steals bread from unmanned bakery in S. Korea

* FBM KLCI extends losing streak ahead of earnings season amid cautious sentiment

* Taiwanese singer Landy Wen in ICU due to septic shock

* 89YO HK actor Patrick Tse’s ex-girlfriend, 40, says he sold his Rolls-Royce to help pay off her debts

* GSF 2.0: 10 vessels press on towards Gaza

* Malaysia auto sales rise 17% in April on higher production, new model launches

* Why is anti-India racism on the rise in Taiwan? Political candidate promises to ban Indian workers

* Ringgit ends firmer vs major currencies, eases against greenback

* Beijing says China, US should work together to promote AI governance

* Pakistan court sentences man to death for killing teen influencer

* Ringgit ends higher against most major currencies, weaker versus US dollar

* China will buy at least US$17 billion of US farm goods annually, White House says

* Crown Prince Akishino inspects elephant being cared for at zoo in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture

* Selangor players credit Korean coach Kim for the upswing as they seek the Asean Club Championship Shopee Cup title

* 'We will attack to win,' says Selangor FC ahead of clash against Buriram Utd in Shopee Cup final

* Hong Kong records 10 tremor reports after magnitude 5.2 quake hits Guangxi

* Brawl Stars World Finals 2026 is set to take off from Nov 22 in Tokyo, Japan

* Japanese zoo may ban photography near viral monkey Punch’s enclosure

* China unveils world’s first titanium-copper medical implant designed to cut infection risk

* India to monitor Boeing fuel-switch test tied to Air India London incident, documents show

* 'Cool heads needed to win,' Experience brings calmness for Buriram United as they gear up for Asean Club Championship Shopee Cup final

* Oil dips, stocks mixed after Trump holds off on Iran attack

 

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