Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Sunday (Nov 15)


Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan (second, left) attends the opening session of the Asean Leaders Interface With Representatives of the Asean Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA) at the Philippine International Convention Center on Sunday (Nov 15, 2026). -- Photo: Bernama

Malaysia

* M'sia remains independent, won't allow US ties to dictate relations with other countries, says Anwar

* Packed Asean Summit schedule for Anwar in Manila

* Parliamentary reforms restore House autonomy, says Anwar

* Barisan staying out of Sarawak polls as promised, says Zahid

* Perikatan to consider stance on contesting Sarawak polls, says Annuar Musa

* Muafakat Melaka to be state govt

* Ab Rauf sworn in for second term as Melaka Chief Minister

* PN hopes to extend political cooperation to federal level

* Don't bow to pressure to dissolve Parliament, PM urged

* Melaka polls: BN open to cooperation with other parties, says Ab Rauf

* Sultan Nazrin confers state awards, medals on 24 recipients

* MCA strengthens hold on two seats

* PH to hold post-mortem / * PM: I won’t bow to racial pressure

* Negri MB confirms letter to Rulers

* Ringgit seen remaining soft against US dollar next week

* Security forces need to be ready for cyber threats, says PM

* SPM candidate among teens detained in major KL anti-illegal racing ops

* 125ZR gathering participant killed in Port Dickson crash

* Voter apathy, disillusioned supporters among main issues Pakatan must address, says Loke

* Sarawak Polls: GPS to announce all 82 candidates on Nov 25, says Abang Johari

* Melaka declares Monday a special holiday after BN-PN election victory

* Sarawak Polls: Fadillah warns PBB campaign workers against AI fake news ahead of polls

* Police hunt for suspect in fatal KK stabbing

* No intention to continue cooperation with Perikatan but can be discussed, says Zahid

* Malaysian GDP expected to grow more than 5% for third consecutive year, says Amir Hamzah

Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan (second, left) attends the opening session of the Asean Leaders Interface With Representatives of the Asean Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA) at the Philippine International Convention Center on Sunday (Nov 15, 2026). -- Photo: Bernama
Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan (second, left) attends the opening session of the Asean Leaders Interface With Representatives of the Asean Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA) at the Philippine International Convention Center on Sunday (Nov 15, 2026). -- Photo: Bernama

Singapore

* Asean-China sea code still elusive despite earlier commitment to conclude by the end of 2026

* Megaspeed says Alice Huang, the businesswoman behind the Nvdia scandal,  left the company in August 2025

* Deepen integration to navigate an uncertain world, Singapore PM Wong tells Asean leaders

* ‘Confidence problem’: why Hongkongers feel less investment-savvy than Singaporeans

* Singapore, US commit to continue discussions on Alice Huang-linked Megaspeed case

* Eleven to be charged in Singapore with separate theft cases, several are allegedly repeat offenders

* Say cheese, again: Why Singapore's Gen Zs can't get enough of photo booths

* Thunderstorm warning issued for nine states until 8pm; continuous rain expected in Terengganu

* Chinese actress Sun Li spotted cheering on 12-year-old daughter at Singapore dance competition

Indonesia

* Analysis - How a small oil-sharing project in Asean offers hope beyond energy security

* 14-year-old Indonesian footballer dies after collision with goalkeeper

* Asean FMs urge speedy operationalisation of transboundary haze control hub 

* Asean pushes for development of critical minerals strategy 

* Two arrested in West Kalimantan over alleged bride trafficking to China

* Medan man trafficked to Russia to serve as mercenary

* Special Focus: * Sex, spies and cyberchips

* Asean and China reach provisional agreement on 80% of South China Sea code

Myanmar Director-General of the Asean Affairs Department Han Win Aung, Malaysia Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan, Thailand Deputy Prime Minister Suphajee Suthumpun, Timor-Leste Vice Minister for Asean Affairs Milena Rangel, Vietnam Deputy Foreign Minister Dang Hoang Giang, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, Cambodia Deputy Prime Minister Hangchuon Naron, Laos Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Phongsavanh Sisoulath, and Asean Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn, pose for a photo with the representatives of Asean Youth, at the Philippine International Convention Centre (PICC) in Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines, on sunday, November 15, 2026. Photo: REUTERS/Lisa Marie David/Pool
Myanmar Director-General of the Asean Affairs Department Han Win Aung, Malaysia Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan, Thailand Deputy Prime Minister Suphajee Suthumpun, Timor-Leste Vice Minister for Asean Affairs Milena Rangel, Vietnam Deputy Foreign Minister Dang Hoang Giang, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, Cambodia Deputy Prime Minister Hangchuon Naron, Laos Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Phongsavanh Sisoulath, and Asean Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn, pose for a photo with the representatives of Asean Youth, at the Philippine International Convention Centre (PICC) in Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines, on sunday, November 15, 2026. Photo: REUTERS/Lisa Marie David/Pool

Thailand

* Three Malaysians fined for traffic obstruction in Haatyai, total fines almost RM1,500

* South-East Asian leaders open annual summit with major conflicts and their impact topping the agenda

* Thailand ranks third in Asean for its resilience against illicit trade

* Asean unveils updated flag and new logo following Timor-Leste's admission

* Anutin pushes three-point Asean strategy in Manila to boost trade and investment

* South Korea arrests 16 Thais in suspected drug production network

* Filipino singer Carmelle storms to victory in Eurovision Asia debut in Bangkok

Philippines

* A dream come true for a Filipino teenager as Carmelle bags the Eurovision Song Contest Asia main title in Bangkok 

* Eyeing peace in the face of crises

* Court takes step towards preacher’s extradition to US

* Global powers converge on Manila as Asean summit kicks off

* Marcos questions Asean’s readiness for an uncertain world ahead of 2045 vision

* Philippines, Australia sign updated defence agreement

* 17 Filipino seafarers safe after Mississippi River vessel collision

Philippines' contestant Carmelle (second right) reacts after winning the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 at One Bangkok Forum in Bangkok. -- Photo by Chanakarn LAOSARAKHAM / AFP
Philippines' contestant Carmelle (second right) reacts after winning the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 at One Bangkok Forum in Bangkok. -- Photo by Chanakarn LAOSARAKHAM / AFP

Vietnam

* 'Save the world before it's too late': COP31 President calls for decisive action on climate change

* Six Vietnamese soldiers killed after infantry fighting vehicle sinks

* Vietnam's PM Hung proposes Asean strategic infrastructure priority list through 2040

* Food drone deliveries take flight in Apec host city 

* Iran's navy says three tankers on fire after hitting mines in Hormuz

* Vietnam's top leader To Lam meets with Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen in Phnom Penh

* Jenson Huang is now a meme sensation thanks to AI tools he helped to create / * Huang’s clean image takes a hit at home

Myanmar

* Asean keeps Myanmar restrictions but opens the path to political return 

* Myanmar faces week of reckoning in Manila 

* Asean senior officials weigh proposals on Myanmar

* Thailand seeks access to Myanmar mines linked to pollution

* Asean to continue 'constructive and principled engagement' with Myanmar, bloc's chair Philippines says

* Domestic fuel prices fall in Myanmar

Laos' contestant Thinla performing during the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 at One Bangkok Forum in Bangkok. -- Photo by Chanakarn LAOSARAKHAM / AFP
Laos' contestant Thinla performing during the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 at One Bangkok Forum in Bangkok. -- Photo by Chanakarn LAOSARAKHAM / AFP

Cambodia

* Cambodian PM Hun Manet says no prosperity without peace at the Francophonie Summit in Phnom Penh

* Cambodian PM Hun Manet calls for Francophone mediation network amid border tensions

* Francophone summit in Cambodia opens with DR Congo, Rwandan clash

* French President Macron calls for peace, dialogue, as Cambodia assumes presidency of Francophonie Summit

Laos

* Asean adopts declaration to strengthen protection for migrant workers

* Lao Telecom marks 30 years of telecommunications growth

* Vietnam, Laos strengthen cooperation to improve quality of parliamentary advisory work

Brunei

* 'Trump coming' Trade war in focus at Asean summit ahead of the highly anticipated US President's arrival

* 'Women play key role in Brunei's national development’

* Industrial development must balance environmental responsibility, says Bruneian finance minister

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. speaks during the ASEAN Leaders' Interface with Representatives of Asean Youth, in Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines, on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026. -- Photo: Lisa Marie David/ AP
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. speaks during the ASEAN Leaders' Interface with Representatives of Asean Youth, in Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines, on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026. -- Photo: Lisa Marie David/ AP

Aseanplus

* AI ‘blue aliens’ rising as health experts on Chinese social media spark pseudoscience backlash

* Hong Kong's Queen Mary Hospital lift scandal may involve illegal acts, probe finds

* As Japan looks to strengthen its defences and security strategy, analysts warn of escalation

* Hong Kong rules out talent scheme caps despite squeeze on jobs for local graduates

* If Jensen Huang exits Nvidia, who could take the US$4 trillion chipmaker’s reins?

* Anwar applauds Aina Abdul's success on Asian stage

* Anwar calls for stronger Asean safeguards against exploitation of biodiversity

* M’sia seeks stronger Asean cooperation to combat haze

* PM Anwar calls for Asean green lanes to keep food supplies flowing during crises

* Anwar warns against tech giants dominating AI development, governance

* Malaysia, Canada eye stronger trade, investment ties in energy, digital economy and technology

* The 49th Asean Summit: ‘Finalise sea code of conduct soon’

* Malaysia captures another world amateur team title

* Delhi named world’s most polluted city

* 40,000 hens to be culled over bird flu outbreak

* Trump, Xi, Putin to hold historic meeting in Shenzhen

* Army declares 74 militants killed in raids

* K-drama 'Reply 1988' actor Ko Kyung-pyo caught drunk driving after truck crash

* Dead as a prank? Young South Koreans turn to AI for fake funeral portraits

* Top scorer in South Korea’s tax accountant exam admits to AI-assisted cheating

* Harry Potter-themed train begins journey in south-western Japan

* Pakistan says minister to make rare India visit for regional talks

* Four killed, over a dozen injured as two pilgrimage buses collide in Punjab’s Tarn Taran

* Shanghai traffic cop goes viral with fluent English

* Asia-Pacific community should be a beacon to other parts of the world, says Australian economist

* South Korea probes top exam scorer after AI cheating confession

* Japan business delegation to seek loan of giant panda from China

* Pakistan’s polio paradox: Comment

* Comment: Who is Nepal's real prime minister?

* Drone ownership ban comes into force in Beijing over security concerns

* Bay of Bengal cyclone may turn very severe by Thursday (Nov 19), India Met Dept warns; winds could touch 145 kmph

* Man, twin daughters found dead in Bangladesh's Chattogram

* Record-high number of Korean youth working without job guarantee

* Thailand's top star Jeeno Thitikul eyes another win with Motor City as Japan's Chizzy Iwai makes debut with Boston in WTGL

* India, China, Russia, and Malaysia share the lead at the Asian Nations Chess Cup in Abu Dhabi

* Cricket - India rally from the brink to beat Pakistan and lift Under-19 Asia Cup

* Cricket - India clinch ODI series after dramatic collapse derails New Zealand chase

* Badminton - Yee Hern-Vannee rule Taiwan Masters to capture their first title

* Aaron-Roy King make history by becoming Malaysia's first men's doubles duo to lift Japan Masters title

 

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