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Seoul to join NATO talks as Trump reshapes security order

Malaysia aims to build AI ecosystem

To be a global AI-driven semiconductor hub, Malaysia must not only adopt AI technologies but also create them

Shin, Waltz hold talks, reaffirm NK denuclearistion goals

South Korea's National Security Adviser Shin Won-sik and his US counterpart Michael Waltz Shin and Waltz agreed to work closely to devise and implement policies to counter North Korea in accordance with the United Nations Security Council resolutions, Shin told reporters at a press briefing in Washington on Thursday.

Indonesia, Japan to partner in Southeast Asia’s largest hydropower plant

For Indonesia, the Kayan hydropower plant is not just an infrastructure project within the framework of the Asia Zero Emission Community but also a strategic investment for Indonesia’s energy security and decarbonisation efforts.

Việt Nam chairs 75th meeting of Initiative for ASEAN Integration Task Force

IAI Task Force agreed to add four projects invested by China, Japan, and Australia to the IAI portfolio, raising the number of approved projects under the IAI Work Plan IV to 99, reaching 70.8 per cent of action lines across all five strategic areas.

Singapore urges social media platforms to strengthen measures against harmful content

Singapore's Ministry of Digital Development and Information has urged social media platforms to respond more effectively and promptly to user reports, as most currently take an average of five days or longer to act.

Filipino film ‘Sunshine’ earned the ‘Crystal Bear for Best Film’ at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival

The prestigious Crystal Bear award is dedicated toward films with outstanding storytelling about the experiences and perspectives of youth. Sunshine won the Generation14plus competition under this award category.

Singapore considering caning as punishment for some scam offences

Scam victims in Singapore lost a record $1.1 billion in 2024, according to annual scam figures released by the police on February 25. This is the first time scam losses crossed the $1 billion mark in a year.

Lao, Japanese PMs hail 70th anniversary diplomatic ties

Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone and his Japanese counterpart Ishiba Shigeru have exchanged congratulatory messages, expressing the hope that ties would grow further.

Philippine senate president eyes local online gambling ban

The Senate President argued that since the same social issues raised against Pogos (offshore gaming operators) could be levelled against Pigos (inland gaming operators), there should be an equal, if not greater, concern about its impact on the local population.

AI digital textbooks in South Korea off to shaky start as semester begins

Despite the delays, South Korea's education ministry expects a much smoother process next year, with officials planning to finalise academic operational plans by February and to simplify administrative procedures.

Philippine Navy to take delivery in April of first of 2 South Korean-made corvettes

The Philippine Navy is expected to receive the delivery of a corvette next month that is set to be the first vessel of its class and the most capable in the fleet.

Malaysia records 2.98 million scam calls last year, 82.81% increase from 2023

Malaysia recorded 2.98 million scam calls last year, a whopping 82.81 per cent increase from 1.63 million in 2023, according to the 2024 Whoscall Annual Report.

Singapore's Budget 2025 will help economy overcome global challenges: PM

Singapore welcomes and harnesses technology from different countries, but the key sources of technology are now concerned about technology leakage, and they want to keep their proprietary technologies controlled tightly within a safe ecosystem

'Anora,' a sex worker tragicomedy, wins best picture at Oscars

"Anora," a tragicomic Cinderella story set in a murky modern world of New York strippers, Russian billionaires and incompetent gangsters, won the coveted Oscar for best picture on Sunday.

Bangkok launches crackdown on e-cigarettes near schools, aiming for 100% smoke-free zones

Associate Professor Thavida Kamolvej, Deputy Governor of Bangkok, presided over the Bangkok Narcotics Suppression and Prevention Operations Centre (BMA-NSOC) meeting last week, where the ambitious plan was unveiled.

Indonesia discovers new blind cave fish species

This freshwater fish is completely blind, with its eyes degenerated into hollow structures covered by skin.

Malaysia to propose 18 priorities for Asean economies

The Investment, Trade and Industry Minister said this includes upgrading the Asean Trade In Goods Agreement (Atiga), continuing discussions on the Digital Economic Framework Agreement (Defa) and Timor Leste's membership into the grouping.

Japan set to raise international tourist tax to alleviate overtourism

The tax, introduced in January 2019, is added to ticket fees for airplanes and cruise ships departing from Japan. It is applied not only to foreign visitors but also to Japanese departing the country.

AI chats feel 'emotionally meaningful,' say 40% of young South Koreans in survey

Whether it’s venting about a bad day, sharing personal thoughts, or simply engaging in casual back-and-forth conversations, these AI chat services might be filling a role that, until recently, was for human interaction.

Mongolia’s “Eagle Festival-2025” to take place on March 8-9

The event aims to preserve and pass down the centuries-old heritage of eagle hunting to future generations while attracting visitors to experience this remarkable cultural practice.