Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong during a dinner in honour of Wong's official visit to Malaysia at Rumah Tangsi on Monday night (Jan 6, 2025). Wong arrived in Malaysia today to begin his two-day official visit in conjunction with the 11th Malaysia-Singapore Leaders’ Retreat. The Singapore Prime Minister will be accorded an official welcome at the Perdana Putra, Putrajaya, tomorrow, followed by a delegation meeting with Anwar during the retreat. - Photo: Bernama
Malaysia:
* Asean chairmanship: Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya ready to host key meetings, says Dr Zaliha
* 'Surreal experiences', a vibrant logo and a cool new song for Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign
* One step forward, says Najib after succeeding in appeal
* Umno requests full pardon for Najib from King
* 1MDB trial adjourned after Najib cites sleep deprivation
* Why did govt hide royal addendum and not implement it, Najib's son asks
* Najib succeeds in 'royal addendum' appeal, granted leave to initiate judicial review of sentence
* No legal duty on authorities to confirm existence of addendum order on Najib, says dissenting judge
* Shafee reveals letter confirming existence of 'royal addendum' to Najib's pardon during appeal proceedings
* Telegram receives licence to operate in Malaysia
* Umno is bowing to DAP to stay in government, alleges Dr M
* Anwar calls ministries to improve country’s tourism, investment and economic growth
* We were only told of Najib's sentence reduction, not house arrest, says Home Minister
* Work together to ensure VMY2026 a success, PM tells ministries, state govts
* Suspension of concert permits bad for Selangor tourism, economy / Selangor to recommend urine tests SOP for concert-goers
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong inspecting the Royal Ranger Regiment guard of honour upon his arrival at the Kompleks Bunga Raya of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on Monday (jan 6, 2025). He was accompanied by his wife Loo Tze Lui as he began a two-day official visit to Malaysia. - Photo: Bernama
Singapore:
* Research wanted: Singapore experts on the hunt for diseases that can spread from animals to humans
* Singapore PM arrives in Malaysia for two-day official visit
* 'Phua Chu Kang' actor Gurmit Singh on daughter’s career as burlesque performer: ‘As long as she’s happy, I’m happy’
* Four Singaporeans arrested after drugs worth RM3.35 million seized
* Jail for Singapore man who sexually exploited two young boys, made one blow kiss at camera
* Singapore experts on the hunt for diseases that can spread from animals to humans
* Merlion to undergo cleaning, maintenance works on Feb 11 and 12
* Four Singaporeans arrested after drugs worth S$1mil seized
* ‘Stop dumping bunnies at Zhenghua Nature Park’, says Singapore govt
Indonesia:
* Dutch football legends Louis van Gaal and Patrick Kluivert shortlisted for Indonesia national team coach
* Indonesia launches ambitious free-meal programme to combat stunting
* 11 policemen detained for assaulting college student in West Sulawesi
* Soccer-Indonesia sack coach Shin, citing World Cup target
* Indonesian police rolls out traffic demerit point system in 2025
* Over 200 Rohingya arrive by boat in Indonesia over weekend, official says
* Asian stocks are mixed after Wall St snaps out of its holiday-season funk
Students receive lunch plates on the first day of a free-meal program at 11 State Senior High School in East Jakarta on Monday, January 6, 2025. Indonesia launched an ambitious US$4.3 billion free-meal programme on Monday to combat stunted growth due to malnutrition, a key election promise of President Prabowo Subianto. - AFP
Thailand:
* Chinese and Malaysians lead the way as Thailand tourism bounces back, with 35 million visitors in 2024
* Thai inflation returns to target for first time in seven months
* Syndicate boss now on cops' radar after drug bust in Sg Golok
* Upper Thailand' faces freezing weather, with mountain lows of 3°C
* Thai c.bank says it is ready to adjust rates if outlook shifts
* Spanish tourist killed by elephant at Thai sanctuary
* Experts call for upgrading of Thai massage standards
Philippines:
* 'It's still many people's favourite' - The six biggest ways wine will change in 2025
* Philippines and Japan renew bilateral money swap arrangement
* Philippines deploys maritime and air assets to monitor China's 'monster ship'
* Gun ban starts Jan 12 as Philippine election period begins: Police
* Up to 300 Afghans arrive in Philippines for US visa processing
* Asian currencies weaken ahead of data-packed week, stocks mixed
Tourists ride a longtail boat past Wat Arun temple along the Chao Praya river in Bangkok. Thailand welcomed more than 35 million international tourists in 2024, surpassing the government's target, as the country strives to revive its sluggish economy, officials said January 6, 2025. - AFP
Vietnam:
* Vietnam’s toxic air shows need for tougher smog-busting steps; Hanoi now most polluted city in the world
* Vietnam rejoice as late goals earn country Asean football championship win over defending champions and 10-man Thais
* Vietnam economy expands by more than 7% in 2024, beating expectations and driven by strong exports
* Vietnam closely monitoring pneumonia outbreaks in China
* Vietnam's 2024 GDP growth quickens to 7.09%
* Oil eases from near 3-mth highs amid strong dollar ahead of economic data
Myanmar:
* Climate extremes significantly disrupted global water cycle in 2024
* 91kg of heroin blocks worth almost RM3mil seized in eastern Myanmar
* Two boats with more than 260 Myanmar Rohingya refugees arrives in Indonesia's coast
* Myanmar addicts battle their demons in the 'House of Love'
Ethnic Rohingya refugees including women and children who recently landed on two boats, sit on a beach during an inspection by local authorities in West Peureulak district, Aceh province, Indonesia, Monday, Jan. 6, 2025. - AP
Cambodia:
* Two military police officers in Cambodia's Takeo province arrested for taking bribes from drug traffickers
* As Angkor writing competition approaches, previous winner shares tips
* Sarus crane population falling in Mekong wetlands, experts warn
Laos:
* One for the future - Lao Art Museum officially opens to boost tourism, preserve culture
* Newest Lao-Thai bridge link across the Mekong 96 per cent complete
Brunei:
* Dennis Isika wins Brunei Run title
* Brunei introduces HIV introduction programme as part of schools awareness initiatives
Vietnamese-US actor Ke Huy Quan arrives for the 82nd annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills, California. - AFP
AseanPlus:
* China tourists in Melaka praise historical and cultural treasures
* A 'wicket' idea: Sarawak keen to develop cricket as a sport in the state
* Pinkfish concert organiser gives statement to police
* Superstar K-pop duo Super Junior-D&E lights up KL with captivating show at Mega Star Arena
* China's central bank outlines monetary priorities for 2025
* India press watchdog demands journalist murder probe
* Korean singer Rain to hold concert in Genting Highlands on Feb 8
* Short on workers, Japan retailer hires remote cashiers living overseas
* After year of big corruption crackdown, China promises more probes, retribution
* Samsung adds generative AI to best-selling TV lineup
* South Korea extends shutdown of Muan airport due to crash probe
* Celebs to be showered with RM4.5mil gift bags at the Golden Globes
* North Korea tests mid-range missile as Blinken visits Seoul
* Japan says 2024 hottest on record; its ever-rising greenhouse gas emissions fuel climate change
* China rolls out plan to tackle growing issue of dementia
* China services activity hits 7-month high but US trade fears dent optimism, Caixin PMI shows
* Blinken seeks stability in crisis-hit ally South Korea
* Hong Kong budget deficit to be just under US$13bil
* Space industry funding in India falls 55% in 2024, data show
* Ten policemen feared killed in bomb blast in central India, TV report says
* Chinese couple fake ‘domestic violence’ videos for live-stream sales, detained by police
* Blinken expresses confidence in South Korea democratic process as Yoon faces arrest
* TikTok creators left in limbo while awaiting decision on potential platform ban
* Actress JJ Jia Xiaochen chides husband Louis Fan for not remembering wedding anniversary
* US taking steps to clear hurdles for civil nuclear partnership with Indian firms
* Celebs to be showered with RM4.5mil gift bags at the Golden Globes
* Golden Globes 2025: ‘Shogun’ picks up acting awards; Demi Moore scores surprise win for best actress
