Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Saturday (June 13, 2026)


Dancers prepare to perform during a parade marking the opening of the annual Bali Arts Festival in Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, on Saturday, June 13, 2026. -- AP Photo/Firdia Lisnawati

Malaysia

* Malaysia a global model of peaceful coexistence, tolerance, says Muslim World League

* Political stability, strong ties safeguard Malaysia's energy security, says Anwar

* Negri polls: Umno didn’t betray Pakatan, political pact ended with dissolution, says Zahid

* Albert Tei accepts J-Kom DG’s challenge to a debate

* Man kills love rival after alleged rape of ex-girlfriend

* Thomas fails to draw AG successor into malicious prosecution suit

* Separate state polls do not give BN an edge, says Mohamed Khaled

* Not impossible for PAS to wipe out opposition in Kedah, says Sanusi

* How much extra do you have to pay for PERKESO'S 24-hour protection?

* Daing A Malek denies allegations linking him to New Jersey property purchase

* Nation: Over 3.6 million voters to decide state governments in Johor and Negri

* 26,000 business licences revoked in nationwide crackdown as of May, says Nga

* Runway at KLIA temporary closes, reopens after burst aircraft tyre cleared

* Women are pillars of nation-building in Malaysia Madani, says Anwar Ibrahim

* Stronger El Nino may bring drier weather, health risks to Malaysia around year end

* Refugee registration scheme acts as security tool, not pathway to citizenship, says ministry

Singapore

* Frozen laksa and mee pok made by Singaporean hawkers stocked in US supermarkets

* Learn about Orchard Road’s history through new walking tour

* Anti-Indian posts on Singapore: Social media mix divisive narratives with clickbait

* Singapore: Temperature dips to 20.1°C in city-state

* Iran says deal with US won't be signed Sunday

Dancers perform during a parade marking the opening of the annual Bali Arts Festival in Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, on Saturday, June 13, 2026. AP Photo/Firdia Lisnawati
Dancers perform during a parade marking the opening of the annual Bali Arts Festival in Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, on Saturday, June 13, 2026. AP Photo/Firdia Lisnawati

Indonesia

* The death of police reform in Indonesia: Editorial

* Halmahera, Indonesia hit by 5.1-magnitude quake: GFZ

* Students protest Prabowo’s policies, warning nation is ‘heading to bankruptcy’

* Indonesia: Australian fugitive hiding in private jet toilet nabbed

Thailand

* Thousands of Thais pay final respect to much-loved Princess Bajrakitiyabha in royal funeral procession

* Thai Princess’s death raises questions about royal succession

* Mourners gather at Thai palace to await princess' body

* Cheng Li-wun talks Trump, Taiwan and a future leadership run

Philippines

* Over 500,000 affected by Mindanao quake in Philippines

* Mindanao, Philippines hit by 5.0-magnitude quake: GFZ

* As de-dollarisation trends persist, can the yuan take the euro’s place?

Vietnam

* Four suspects arrested over planned large online scam centre in Vietnam

* Vietnam's army sets up unmanned vehicle department

* Vietnam: Police bust scam hub plot

Passengers ride a ferry boat to cross Yangon river in Yangon, Myanmar. - AP Photo/Thein Zaw
Passengers ride a ferry boat to cross Yangon river in Yangon, Myanmar. - AP Photo/Thein Zaw

Myanmar

* Malaysia: Authorities to probe Rohingya school in T’ganu

* Myanmar detains US businessman who wrote about 2021 coup: sources

* Myanmar's president to pay state visit to China from June 15 to 19

* Myanmar aims to regain control of Myanmar–India border trade route

Cambodia

* Young Cambodian artist revives fading Muslim traditions through first solo exhibition

* Hun Sen: Land imports into Cambodia from Thailand illegal, no exceptions

Laos

* Lao PM to visit Russia to strengthen bilateral ties

* Laos calls for nationwide blood donation

Brunei

* Brunei's turtle conservation begins with action on the ground

* Iran to hold funeral for slain Supreme Leader from July 4-9

Aseanplus

* Timor-Leste president Ramos-Horta arrives in Malaysia for five-day visit

* Search for two missing fishermen continues with use of helicopter

* Almost 500 foreigners nabbed in nationwide five-day Immigration ops

* Political stability needed to care for the people, not backdoor governments, says Anwar

* Malbatt's next course of action to be decided when Unifil mandate expires, says Khaled

* Japan PM Takaichi heads to Europe for major talks with G7 leaders

* US scholar suspected of spying in China 

* Star Biz7: Blooming Chinese beauty sector

* India FM calls Rubio over Gulf ship attacks

* Thousands gather for Seoul queer festival, counter-rally

* Woman seriously injured in shark attack at Sydney beach

* Pakistan records second-warmest year in 65 years in 2025

* Military transport plane crashes in India, casualties unknown

* South Korea: Yoon gets 30 years over N. Korea drone incursion

* BTS took a bold but necessary gamble with 'Swim,' producer says

* Indians grieve and call for action after US strike kills sailors

* Proposals on Japan's Imperial family leave key questions unanswered

* Taiwan opposition leader seeks to ease US concerns over China stance

* Iran says signing of Islamabad memorandum will not take place on Sunday

* North Korea condemns US missile sale approval to South Korea, KCNA says

* Hong Kong tech park tender targets strong bidders with HK$100m bond rule

* Help for 40 estates that hired Tai Po fire-linked consultant for projects

* Australia reports early success as under-16 social media accounts fall 37%

* Japan PM still enjoys support despite public’s anxieties about Iran conflict

* China 'strongly dissatisfied' with Pentagon move against top Chinese tech firms

* US and Iran have agreed to wording of a deal to end their war, says Pakistan PM

* Nepal, India launch cross-border remittance linkage for instant digital payments

* Why the new party academy role held by Xi Jinping’s chief of staff is important in China

* Iran-US peace deal 'closer than ever', signing expected within 24 hours, says Pakistan PM

* Holy relics of Lord Buddha’s chief disciples displayed in Mongolia for public veneration

* A Chinese robotics start-up beat Nvidia on a global AI ranking. Is a new tech war brewing?

* South Korea, other UN members launch group to address technology-facilitated human trafficking

* India lodges 'strong protest' over US attacks on commercial shipping; three of its ships hit in four days

* China says holding US citizen suspected of spying and on suspicion of engaging in espionage activities

* Football - Windsor: New era as Asian teams arrive at World Cup not to survive but win

* Baby-sized Chinese man, 25, goes viral online after younger sister shares caregiving journey

* China ride-sharing drivers compete for passengers, offer extra services from karaoke to haircuts

 

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