Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Sunday (Aug 16, 2026)


A young patient is treated next to a temporary medical tent set up due to fears of aftershocks in Maumere on Flores Island on Aug 15, 2026, following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake. Rescuers combed through debris for survivors after a powerful earthquake struck off Indonesia's Flores Island on August 15, killing over 50 people, according to a disaster official. - Photo: AFP

Malaysia

* Overwhelming 88.2% of DAP delegates vote for party to remain in Federal Govt

* I am the 'least racist' politician, says Anwar defending Madani government's record

* Tabung Haji Act to be amended, safeguard trust of Muslims, says PM Anwar

* PKR urged to use own logo in future elections/ Cooperation between Pakatan partners solid, says Anwar

* PM: Bill to regulate state enterprises in the works, King orders to probe all problematic agencies

* Support Saifuddin as interim deputy president, Anwar urges PKR delegates

* PKR must rise above past hostility to strengthen unity government, says Nurul Izzah

* Over 8,400 fake social media accounts exploiting 3R issues identified, says Fahmi

* Fahmi vows to effectively communicate Govt’s achievements

* Zambry: New higher education law will strengthen autonomy

* Nurul Izzah: Don’t undermine Anwar’s role as PM

* Tackle Malaysia’s changing demographics, says DAP delegate

* Putrajaya working on simplifying e-invoicing process, says Anwar

* Karpal's daughter asks DAP CEC to seriously reassess ties with Anwar

* Healthcare must be made more accessible, especially in rural areas, says Hajiji

* Three arrested after university student in Kampar duped of RM29,000 in online scam

* Melaka polls: No risk of 'family feud' between Bersama's Solehin and Umno Youth's Akmal

* Up to DAP delegates to decide on party's Unity Govt role following state polls setback, says Loke

* Two cops nabbed for soliciting, accepting bribes amounting to RM14,000

* Cops nab two, seize RM1.49mil in illicit cigs

* Police arrest drug smuggler, seize yaba pills worth RM60,000

* Malaysian pilot nabbed in Indonesia been smuggling drugs since 2024, says Bukit Aman

* Ex-DAP vet Ronnie Liu appointed as PBM info chief

* Hibah paid to TH depositors valid under completed contract, says FT Mufti

* Malaysia prepared for Super El Nino, haze, says NRES Minister

 

 

Singapore

* Singapore shuts down fake websites impersonating its Home Ministry and other agencies

* Police report made after elderly man in Singapore allegedly pushed to ground for patting girl’s head

* Two men nabbed over stealing perfumes worth hundreds of dollars in separate cases at Changi Airport

* Singapore rebuts ‘misplaced’ accusations of misappropriation, corruption over recycling scheme refunds

* One dead, 50 evacuated after fire at Jurong East HDB flat in Singapore

* Singapore players determined to right the wrongs of first-leg loss, says coach Lee

* Singapore face uphill battle after 3-1 loss to Thailand in Asean Hyundai Cup semi-final, 1st leg

* Iran disputes Qatar, Kuwait accounts of captured Iranian personnel; demands to know fate of captured pilots

* Singapore's PM Wong expresses condolences to Indonesia earthquake victims

 

 

Indonesia

* Seven Indonesians nabbed in Kota Tinggi over suspected migrant smuggling

* Indonesia's Flores quake death toll rises to 47 as relief efforts intensify

* 'Another chance to live': Flores residents in Indonesia recall quake panic

* Thousands await aid after deadly Indonesian quake

* Indonesia: ‘Unproductive’ firms face the axe

* Thousands evacuate after Indonesia quake kills 51, cuts roads/ Indonesia's deadliest earthquakes of past decade

* Thousands evacuate after Indonesia quake kills 53, aftershocks hamper rescue efforts

* Indonesian beauty queen Putri Andriani Juficha dies at 25

* Indonesia's Flores Quake: Nearly 1,000 aftershocks recorded, thousands remain evacuated

 

 

Thailand

* Thai coach Hudson wants 'bogger performance' in second after brilliant away win over Singapore in Asean Hyundai Cup

* Bloody legacy of Thailand's "Death Railway" carries hard-learned peace lesson

* Star striker Teerasak bags a double and gives Thailand the upper hand in the Asean Hyundai Cup semifinal

* A masterclass: Thailand outplays Singapore 3-1 in the first-leg semifinal of Asean Hyundai Cup

* Thailand: French family rescued after 16 hours adrift at sea

* Thailand sets out death benefits following marriage equality law

* Four Spanish tourists injured by falling tree at Ayutthaya temple in Thailand

* Two Thailand-bound SIA flights delayed on the same day after technical issue with aircraft

 

 

Philippines

* FBI’s most wanted currently in Philippines; family seeks public understanding

* US special forces ready to step up combat drills in the Philippines and help deter aggression in the region

* Son of Philippine town mayor lands on FBI Most Wanted list over US$650M fraud

* US pulls last aircraft carrier in Asia as Trump focuses on Iran and the Western Hemisphere

* Philippine multimedia giant ABS-CBN's main gate permanently closes amid studio consolidation

 

 

Vietnam

* Vietnam Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Munich after technical issue

* Hanoi's favourite dish 'Bun cha' leads seven Vietnamese meat dishes in Asia's top 100 list

* Hanoi launches pilot "Smart Police Station" kiosk

* Bus crash kills foreign tourist in South Vietnam

 

 

Myanmar

* Public bus fares to increase from September in Myanmar's Yangon

* Eleven magnitude 7 earthquakes heighten focus on Thai preparedness

* Magnitude 3.3 Myanmar quake detected south-west of Mae Sot in Thailand

 

 

Cambodia

* Bou Meng, survivor of Duch’s notorious Tuol Sleng Prison, passes away in Cambodia at 85

* US-Cambodian defence relations reset; exercises, naval visits on agenda

* Cambodia's garment industry needs AI, robotics to stay competitive

 

 

Laos

* Lao investment approvals jump 68 per cent to US$8.5 billion

* Laos attracts US$8.5bil in investment projects in the first seven months of 2026

* China-Asean trade ties deepen as supply chains, connectivity and businesses strengthen

 

 

Brunei

* Brunei records eight days of excessive hot weather

* Giving the gift of life in Brunei

* Brunei organises training to improve aviation and maritime accident investigation

 

 

Aseanplus

* Ringgit to trade around RM4.07-4.08 with upside bias next week, supported by stronger 2Q GDP

* Klang records unhealthy API readings as of 1pm along with two other locations in S'wak

* Catch the F1 Bahrain Grand Prix for RM200

* Researchers in Australia uncover potential source of natural hydrogen

* India: Modi woos youth with free coaching

* Japan aims for the moons of Mars

* Eastern Japan rain kills nine: report

* Focus - Atomic Bomb pain: Never forget

* Two killed, three injured in bus accident in central Nepal

* Four in 10 US music consumers familiar with BTS: survey

* Bangladesh: Toxic gas leak at shipbreaking yard kills eight

* Australia gun buyback to start in November, PM Albanese says

* ‘Human fridges’ keep people cool in the scorching heat in Japan

* Love on hold - Why young East Asians are turning away from dating

* Street rallies held as Taliban govt marks five years ruling Afghanistan

* How AI is helping to open a new chapter for ancient Chinese literature

* North Korea's Kim, Russia's Putin reaffirm ties on Korean Liberation Day

* South Korea - Lee proposes talks with North to formally end Korean War

* Hong Kong urges parents not to delay childhood vaccinations as US limits jabs

* HK Baptist University reviews IT security after ransomware group claims breach

* 2,300-year-old wine found near Great Wall ruin reveals ancient brewing secrets

* Pakistani FM stresses implementation of Islamabad MoU in talks with US official

* US export controls achieving no strategic gain but hurting American firms, survey finds

* Why submarine attacks may prove to be the Achilles’ heel for China’s new carrier fleet

* South Koreans dig into family roots amid K-actress Ahn Ha-young’s ancestry controversy

* China projects ‘outward confidence’ amid economic anxiety, US congressional panel says

* Security footage in Japan captures moment rice paddy cracks during Kumamoto earthquake

* India's Modi says armed Maoists are fading, but warns threat remains from ideological supporters

* BTS’ reply to the Grammys - On July 29, BTS announced, in Korean, their ultimate sacrifice

* Mastercard payments being declined in Australia, but the problem being resolved, bank says

* South Korea fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers crossed demarcation line, Yonhap says

* World Youth Forum brings together above 700 students from 2ver 20 Countries for future economics leadership summit in Hong Kong

* Hockey: Malaysia suffer 5-1 defeat to defending champions Germany in World Cup opener

* Cricket - Historic win as Bangladesh beat Australia by nine wickets in the series-opening test in Darwin/ Bangladesh claim first test win in Australia as Green ton in vain

* Australian state launches gun buyback scheme after Bondi terror attack

* Japan makers roll out new UV protection products for men amid severe heat

* Japan’s Chiba prefecture deals with removing abandoned cars after record rainfall

* India's Varanasi Airport security scare: Passenger’s licensed pistol accidentally fires, two officials injured

* Remains of late Chinese leader Zhu Rongji to be cremated Tuesday

* Sri Lanka seeks return of 73 organised crime, drug trafficking suspects

* Korean trade minister ousted amid US tariff pressure

* More than 700 humanitarian aid trucks enter Afghanistan from Pakistan

* China suspends navigation in Northern Yellow Sea due to military training - authorities

 

 

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