Japan-US summit likely to focus on Middle East

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is likely to face a difficult decision if US President Donald Trump requests substantial support during the summit, which is scheduled for March 19 in the United States.

China sets 2026 economic growth target at 4.5-5 per cent

Analysts have said the 2026 target reflects the government's pragmatic approach in recognising the structural and cyclical challenges faced by the world's second-largest economy, while proactively pursuing a reasonable growth rate in line with high-quality development.

Asia’s first Disney cruise ship christened by Iron Man star

The Disney Adventure, Asia’s first Disney cruise ship, was christened by Oscar-winning American actor Robert Downey Jr, who is best known for his portrayals of Tony Stark and Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films, in Singapore on March 4 ahead of its first public sailing on March 10.

Malaysia's National Scam Response Centre now runs 24/7

Last year, Malaysia's National Scam Response Centre recorded significant achievements in safeguarding the interests of online financial scam victims, handling 146,167 complaint calls and implemented freezing actions on 138,915 involved accounts,

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