Malaysia, Singapore cooperate on renewable energy

Singapore needs a sustainable energy supply to ensure the survival of industries in the city-state and Johor can potentially meet those needs, Deputy Secretary-General of the Ministry of Economy of Malaysia Zunika Mohamed told the press. In addition, Malaysia wants to promote cooperation with Singapore in industries that can add value to the national economy.

ASEAN strengthens cooperation with Mexican localities

During the visit, ambassadors from Việt Nam, the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand met with Governor Esteban Villegas Villarreal, signed a Letter of Intent for cooperation, participated in the ASEAN-Durango Business Forum, and worked with representatives from the Juarez University of Durango and several local businesses.

Mekong boat trip offers taste of timeless Luang Prabang

As the golden sun begins its descent, painting the sky in shades of amber and violet, a majestic wooden boat glides along the calm waters of the Mekong River. In the foreground, the charming city of Luang Prabang stretches across the riverside, nestled among lush green forests that seem to extend endlessly.

More Indian states and companies offer menstrual leave

Despite religious and cultural stigmas around menstruation in India, several corporations, big and small, are reviewing their human resource policies to offer time off or flexible work days for their women and transgender employees during menstruation.

Thailand, Malaysia promote seamless travel across Southeast Asia

Both sides discussed ways to facilitate smoother border crossings for tourists, increase flight frequencies between key cities and explore cross-border transportation options, coordinate the promotion of shared cultural events and festivals, and offer special deals and packages to attract visitors.

RoK steps up defence cooperation with ASEAN

The Korean Minister of National Defence Kim Yong Hyun attended the RoK-ASEAN National Defence Summit to mark the 35th anniversary of ASEAN-Republic of Korea (RoK) Dialogue Relations, the RoK’s Ministry of National Defense announced on November 22.

Complaints on deepfake sex crimes surge in South Korea

From January to October, an average of 50 complaints per month related to deepfake sex crimes were reported to public complaint platforms, a 1.7-fold increase from the 30 monthly complaints reported on average in 2023.

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