Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and his Vietnamese counterpart Pham Minh Chinh attend an official welcoming ceremony in Hanoi, Vietnam on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. - Reuters
Malaysia:
* I still haven't found what they're looking for: Dr M teases search for 'billions'
* Not one sen of 1MDB money was used to boost my image, Najib tells court
* Police to finalise investigation on KJ over royal addendum remarks
* There shouldn’t be a gag order, says Azalina on Najib’s royal addendum
* Long-term investments expected following UAE working visit - PM
* Malaysian ex-university professor found guilty of Hong Kong yoga ball murder
* Malaysia’s 2025 growth steady at 5.0%, ringgit outlook positive
* Urgent need for comprehensive political financing legislation, says Azalina
* Wanted man nabbed for trying to jump off four-storey building in Johor
* Sabah is one of main drug trafficking transit points in region, says Bukit Aman
* Distribution of RM13bil Sara cash aid begins tomorrow, highest in history
* Court allows objection to GISB CEO's habeas corpus application
* Police considering remand extension of TV executive in money-laundering case
* StanChart forecasts ringgit to strengthen to 4.40 against US dollar by end-2025
* 'I had no personal knowledge 1MDB funds used to buy jewellery for Rosmah', Arul Kanda tells court
People carry prayer ornaments next to a Buddha statue that will be brought to Dharmayana Temple in preparations for the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year, marking the Year of the Snake, in Kuta, near Denpasar on Indonesia's Bali island on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. - AFP
Singapore:
* Red Planet rising: Mars can be seen from Singapore on Jan 16, weather permitting
* Four-weeks jail for Malaysian man after accepting RM95 bribe as payoff from foreign worker caught with contraband cigarette
* Singapore could end up as ‘collateral damage’ under Trump 2.0 tariffs, say experts
* Singapore assigns specialist judges to handle sexual offence cases
* JS-SEZ implementation stage begins with joint meeting on Jan 15
* Two people avoid losses of over S$218,000 due to Anti-Scam Centre and banks’ efforts
* Singapore police investigating another public urination case – this time at Tanah Merah MRT station
* Dollar drifts near 2-year high as rate-cut bets fade, eyes on tariffs
* Asian markets mixed as traders eye US inflation data, earnings
Indonesia:
* President Prabowo holds discussion with top officials on Indonesia's child protection in digital space issues
* Indonesia launches livestock vaccinations as foot and mouth disease spreads in country
* Heavy rain triggers floods in Aceh, North Sumatra and Riau; almost 2,000 people affected
* Indonesia plans minimum age for social media use
* 'Not for the poor': Indonesians in capital face housing, commute woes
* The onion fields of Indonesia's Panyaweuyan: More than just beautiful landscapes
* Indonesia to propose trade tariff reduction to US
* Oil shipping rates surge after US sanctions tighten global fleet
* Oil prices remain near 4-month highs as Russia sanctions weighed
Thailand's Kasidit Samrej leaves the court after his loss to Russia's Daniil Medvedev in the men's singles match on day three of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. - AFP
Thailand:
* Six, including Dikir Barat singer, charged in Thai court for drug offences
* Thai police arrest Japanese man over retiree scam
* TVB starlet Chloe Leung shares daring birthday photos in Thailand
* ‘Please save my son’: Chinese families’ desperate appeals over Thai job scams
* Thai man serving record royal insult sentence faces new charges
* Thai Cabinet approves easing of conditions for long-term resident visas
* Thailand's Thaksin bullish on legalising online gambling, crypto
* Chinese travellers shun Thailand after actor’s abduction
* Thai government eyes THB120-240 billion tourism revenue from legalising casinos
Philippines:
* China is pushing the Philippines `to the wall' with aggression in the South China Sea, Manila says
* Asean: A key bloc in the global geopolitical landscape
* Kach Umandap sets record: First Filipino to visit all 193 countries with Philippine passport
* Marcos still firmly against VP Duterte’s impeachment – Palace
* Sect gathers to oppose VP Duterte’s impeachment
* November loan growth at fastest pace in nearly two years in the Philippines
Young people take a selfie as they celebrate the Coming-of-Age Day, a centuries-old tradition and national holiday celebrating the milestone from child to adult, in Yokohama near Tokyo. - AP
Vietnam:
* Russia and Vietnam boost ties with nuclear energy and digital tech deals
* Vietnam to host major multilateral events in 2025 and take centrestage in global limelight
* Boosting domestic consumption an essential task this year: deputy minister
* Russian PM arrives in Hanoi, beginning two-day official visit to Vietnam
* Vietnam’s proposed int’l financial centre draws Argentine media’s acclaim
* Vietnam’s credit growth must align with risk controls to curb bad debt
Myanmar:
* A landslide in a Myanmar jade mining area kills at least 12 and leaves many missing
* 700,000 stimulant tablets seized in Myanmar
* North Korea's suicide soldiers pose new challenge for Ukraine in war with Russia
* Emerging Markets - Asian Currencies edge higher, but strong dollar caps gains as rate-cut bets fade
Farmers plants rice seedlings at a paddy field in Japakeh near Banda Aceh on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. - AFP
Cambodia:
* Talks on Cambodia-US military drills may resume in February
* Thai court extends detention for suspect in Cambodian politician murder
* Cambodian justice ministry: Reforms achieve record case resolution, boost public trust
* REDD+ community forests successfully registered in Kampong Thom
Laos:
* Laos leverages satellite remote sensing for carbon credit feasibility
* Electricity exports lead Laos’ trade revenue in 2024
* Luang Prabang eyeing over 2 million tourists in 2025
Brunei:
* Asean Sec-Gen urges stronger partnerships and sustainable financing at SDG workshop
* Brunei Law Society strengthens regional ties with Singapore, Malaysia
Young people celebrate the Coming-of-Age Day, a centuries-old tradition and national holiday celebrating the milestone from child to adult, in Yokohama near Tokyo. - AP
AseanPlus:
* France supports Malaysia's leadership in Asean, says envoy
* Malaysia’s three initiatives to lead Asean’s sustainable future
* Urine tests at concert venues impractical, says Anti-Drug Agency DG
* In farewell, Biden urges Trump to tackle China’s overcapacity, clean energy dominance
* China's Spring Festival travel rush begins with record 9 billion trips expected
* Chow Yun-fat spotted at popular HK dessert shop, fans commend his friendliness
* India opens giant Hindu festival for 400 million pilgrims
* Earthquake shakes Tibetan monasteries, casualties among clergy unknown
* Nvidia CEO tours China during Beijing antitrust probe, AI curbs
* Black ice leads to over 10 vehicle pileups, at least 14 injured in Seoul
* Hong Kong’s baby panda twins to meet the public in February, says city leader John Lee
* Oceans becoming warmer in China and worldwide
* Japan netizens discover stolen classic race motorbike after cosplayer posts it online
* Sydney closes nine beaches due to mysterious ball-shaped debris
* Why are Jeju Air crash victims' families targeted by online hate?
* Could Elon Musk really influence US China policy? Chinese academics have doubts
* 58 accused in Pathanamthitta rape case identified; 11 more arrested
* Risk of TikTok ban has users rushing to download two other Chinese-made apps
* China restricts children to 15 hours of gaming hours over school holidays
* South Korean Pension Service begins selling dollars to support won
* US probe finds China unfairly dominates shipbuilding, paving way for penalties, sources say
* Chinese man shocked to learn father he reunited with 16 years ago is fake and foster parent
* China billionaire gifts cash to hometown villagers as thanks for education funds decades ago
* Former head of Tokyo Women’s Medical University arrested; accused of distributing ¥120 million as fraudulent fees
* Japanese tourist hotspot Kyoto to hike hotel taxes
* Impeachment trial of South Korea's Yoon adjourned after he does not attend
* First hearing on South Korean President's impeachment ends in four minutes; next session on Jan 16
* As LA fights fires, Australian official urges more help from social media platforms
* North Korea launches missiles toward eastern waters in 2nd launch of year, South says
* Tennis star Naomi Osaka, rapper Cordae break up after 5 years together
