British national among 19 killed in Nepal bus crash
KATHMANDU, Feb 23 — A passenger bus fell from a hilly road in west Nepal before dawn on Monday, killing 19 people including a British national, police said. Source: www.straitstimes.com
6 человек погибли при крушении лодки на севере Вьетнама
Ханой, 22 февраля /Синьхуа/ — Шесть человек, с субботы числившиеся пропавшими без вести после опрокидывания лодки в провинции Лаокай на севере Вьетнама, признаны погибшими. Об этом в воскресенье
Землетрясение магнитудой 6,5 произошло в Таиланде — GFZ
Пекин, 23 февраля /Синьхуа/ — Землетрясение магнитудой 6,5 произошло в Таиланде в 17:07 воскресенья по Гринвичу. Об этом сообщил Немецкий исследовательский центр геонаук /GFZ/. По предварительным
Землетрясение магнитудой 7,1 произошло вблизи острова Калимантан /Борнео/ — GFZ
Пекин, 23 февраля /Синьхуа/ — Землетрясение магнитудой 7,1 произошло вблизи острова Калимантан /Борнео/ в 16:57 воскресенья по Гринвичу. Об этом сообщил Немецкий исследовательский центр геонаук
Землетрясение магнитудой 7,0 произошло в водах вблизи острова Калимантан
Пекин, 23 февраля /Синьхуа/ — Землетрясение магнитудой 7,0 произошло в водах вблизи острова Калимантан в 00:57 понедельника по пекинскому времени. Об этом сообщил Китайский центр сейсмологических
Malampaya’s new gas find may steady Philippines’ power supply, but cheaper bills remain elusive
The new well must still be connected to the existing system through a 5km pipeline link. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Indonesia to provide higher ed scholarships for top athletes
The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (MHEST) is doubling down on its support for the … Source: en.antaranews.com
Indonesian Talent Scholarship bridges path to higher education
The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, in collaboration with the Education Endowment Fund Agency (LPDP), has … Source: en.antaranews.com
Kadin, US-ABC sign MoA to expand access for Indonesian products
The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) on strengthening … Source: en.antaranews.com
Indonesia sees US export boost after trade pact
Indonesia expects exports to the US to climb after signing a Reciprocal Trade Agreement on Feb. 19 in Washington, Trade … Source: en.antaranews.com
Indonesia says US energy deal won’t shift policy
Indonesia’s Energy Ministry said a US$15 billion energy trade agreement with the US will not derail its push … Source: en.antaranews.com
China’s visa-free travel is diplomacy sweetener as it rekindles ties with middle powers
The addition of Canada and Britain brings the number of countries with visa-free access to China to 79. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Президент Украины подписал указы о введении санкций против 225 капитанов судов «теневого флота» России
Киев, 21 февраля /Синьхуа/ — Президент Украины Владимир Зеленский подписал указы, которыми ввел решение Совета национальной безопасности и обороны страны по применению новых санкционных пакетов. Об
BRIN promotes public-private partnership for research vessel project
The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), through its public-private partnership (PPP) project for the … Source: en.antaranews.com
Три человека погибли в результате американского удара по предполагаемому судну наркоторговцев в восточной части Тихого океана
Вашингтон, 21 февраля /Синьхуа/ — Американские военные в пятницу нанесли удар по предполагаемому судну с наркотиками в восточной части Тихого океана, в результате погибли трое мужчин, которые
Cargo ship navigator arrested after deadly collision in central Japan
Hanon Sugimoto was alone on the bridge when the vessel hit the side of the 16-ton fishing boat. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Indonesia-US tariff deal finalized, signing set Feb 19: Prabowo
Indonesia and the United States have reached an agreement on a reciprocal tariff arrangement after months of … Source: en.antaranews.com
Оползни унесли жизни семи человек на юге Филиппин
Манила, 20 февраля /Синьхуа/ — В результате оползней, вызванных дождями в провинциях Давао-де-Оро и Восточный Давао на юге Филиппин, погибли по меньшей мере семь человек. Об этом заявили местные
US Supreme Court ruling offers little respite for global economy
LONDON, Feb 20 — While the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on Friday against President Donald Trump’s use of tariffs marks a clear setback for his use of trade levies as an economic weapon, analysts say it offers little immediate relief for the global economy. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Universities ready to support national waste management
Higher Education, Science, and Technology Minister Brian Yuliarto stated that universities in Indonesia are ready to … Source: en.antaranews.com
Australian PM plays down chance of referendum to remove British monarch as head of state
Albanese said he had a good relationship with King Charles, who he said loved Australia. Source: www.straitstimes.com
UK foreign minister to meet Rubio amid tensions over joint air base
Feb 20 — Britain’s foreign minister Yvette Cooper will meet with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday, after President Donald Trump renewed his criticism of London for ceding sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, which is home to a U.S.-UK air base. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Prabowo witnesses US$38.4 bln US-Indonesia MoU signings
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto witnessed the signing of 11 agreements worth US$38.4 billion between … Source: en.antaranews.com
WHO, Indonesia sign US$14.8 million grant to boost health system
The Indonesian Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization signed a grant agreement and the 2026-2027 Joint … Source: en.antaranews.com
Thai court extends sentence for lawyer who called for monarchy reform
BANGKOK, Feb 20 — A Thai court has sentenced a jailed activist lawyer to an additional two years and eight months in prison for insulting the monarchy at a rally in November 2020, a rights group said on Friday, bringing his combined sentence to more than 30 years. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Japan’s Takaichi vows to break with ‘fiscal austerity’ to spark economic revival
This underlines her administration’s commitment to revitalising the economy. Source: www.straitstimes.com
В 2025 году дефицит торгового баланса США достиг рекордного уровня
Нью-Йорк, 19 февраля /Синьхуа/ — В 2025 году дефицит торгового баланса Соединенных Штатов составил рекордные 1,24 трлн долларов США, что на 2,1 проц. больше, чем в предыдущем году. Об этом
US, China jets briefly face off near South Korea, Yonhap says
US fighter jets reportedly left an airbase in Pyeongtaek for drills above international waters on Feb 18. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Ministry eyes more school revitalization pacts in flood-hit Sumatra
The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education is seeking to forge more cooperation agreements to expand school … Source: en.antaranews.com
Иран и Россия провели совместные военно-морские учения в Оманском заливе и Индийском океане
Тегеран, 19 февраля /Синьхуа/ — Военно-морские силы Ирана и России в четверг провели совместные учения в Оманском заливе и северной части Индийского океана, успешно проведя ряд операций. В ходе
Россия рассчитывает на дипломатическое урегулирование ситуации вокруг Ирана — пресс-секретарь президента РФ
Москва, 19 февраля /Синьхуа/ — Россия рассчитывает, что при поисках урегулирования ситуации вокруг Ирана будут превалировать политико-дипломатические средства. Об этом в четверг заявил
North Korea’s Kim opens 9th Party Congress citing economic achievements
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said the economy had overcome recession. Source: www.straitstimes.com
North Korea convenes 9th Party Congress, KCNA reports
SEOUL, Feb 20 — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said the economy had overcome recession and the country accomplished major economic goals over the past five years as he announced that the Ninth Party Congress opened on Thursday, state media KCNA reported. The congress is the country’s biggest political event held every five years that reviews performance, sets new policy goals and can bring leadership change. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Sweden pledges another $1.4 billion in military aid to Ukraine
STOCKHOLM, Feb 19 — Sweden announced on Thursday a 12.9 billion crown ($1.42 billion) military aid package for Ukraine that will include air defence, drones, long-range missiles and ammunition. Source: www.straitstimes.com
At least 13 killed in Karachi building collapse after blast, police say
KARACHI, Pakistan, Feb 19 — At least 13 people, including women and children, were killed after a gas cylinder blast caused a residential building to collapse in the southern port city of Karachi on Thursday, police said. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Colebrook Bosson Saunders Officially Launches Lana, A Circular Ergonomic Laptop Stand for the Hybrid Generation
Colebrook Bosson Saunders (CBS), a leader in workplace ergonomics, today officially launches Lana, a … Source: en.antaranews.com
How China plans to dominate global trade long after Trump
BEIJING, Feb 19 — China sees an opening to turn President Donald Trump’s tariffs to its advantage by reshaping global trade in ways that would insulate its $19 trillion economy from U.S. pressure far into the future. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Britain issues removal orders to four who landed on Chagos atoll
NAIROBI, Feb 18 — British authorities on Wednesday issued removal orders against four Chagossians who landed this week on a remote atoll in the Chagos Archipelago in a move they hoped would complicate British plans to transfer the territory to Mauritius. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Thailand hopes to bring Myanmar back into ASEAN, foreign minister says
BANGKOK, Feb 18 — Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow said Thailand hoped to bring Myanmar back into the the Association of Southeast Asian Nations after the country held elections nearly five years after a military coup. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Sun, sand and empty beaches: Trump oil squeeze chokes Cuba’s tourism
VARADERO BEACH, Cuba, Feb 18 — Cuba’s Varadero peninsula is a postcard of a tropical paradise: turquoise waters, powder-white sand and palm trees. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Thailand talks with post-election Myanmar as «bridge» to ASEAN
BANGKOK, Feb 18 — Thailand’s foreign minister will meet his Myanmar counterpart on Wednesday in a bid to chart a path towards peace in a civil war-ravaged Myanmar with the help of its Southeast Asian neighbours after an election that entrenched military power. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Срочно: ВМС Ирана и России проведут совместные учения в четверг — СМИ
Тегеран, 18 февраля /Синьхуа/ — ВМС Ирана и России планируют провести совместные учения в Оманском заливе и северной части Индийского океана в четверг. Об этом сообщило полуофициальное
Takaichi reappointed as Japan PM following landslide election win
She has pledged to bolster Japan’s defences to protect its territory and waters. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Ukraine-Russia peace talks enter second day in Geneva with pressure on Kyiv
GENEVA, Feb 18 — Negotiators from Ukraine and Russia were due to begin a second day of talks in Geneva on Wednesday, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the United States was putting undue pressure on him to bring an end to the four-year-old war. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Australia to ban citizen from returning to country under rarely-used terror laws
34 Australians were briefly freed on Feb 16 before returning to Damascus for holding inadequate paperwork. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Вице-президент Филиппин С. Дутерте намерена баллотироваться на пост президента в 2028 году
Манила, 18 февраля /Синьхуа/ — Вице-президент Филиппин Сара Дутерте объявила в среду, что будет баллотироваться на пост президента в 2028 году.
Вице-президент Филиппин С. Дутерте выдвинет свою кандидатуру на выборах президента в 2028 году
Манила, 18 февраля /Синьхуа/ — Вице-президент Филиппин Сара Дутерте объявила в среду, что будет баллотироваться на пост президента в 2028 году. Она официально подтвердила свои планы баллотироваться
Indonesia boosts free meals program with nationwide chef training
Indonesia’s Creative Economy Ministry is stepping up chef training to boost the quality of the … Source: en.antaranews.com
BPKH seeks strategic role for Indonesia in global hajj economy
The Hajj Financial Management Agency (BPKH) emphasized that Indonesia needs to take on a strategic role in the global … Source: en.antaranews.com
Japan to invest $45b in US projects under Trump deal
The most significant investment is a natural gas facility in Ohio. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Американские военные нанесли удары по трем судам в восточной части Тихого океана и в Карибском море, 11 человек погибли
Вашингтон, 17 февраля /Синьхуа/ — Американские военные в понедельник нанесли удары по трем судам в восточной части Тихого океана и в Карибском море, в результате чего погибли 11 человек. Об этом во
Four islanders land on remote Chagos atoll, hope to block UK–Mauritius deal
Feb 17 — Four Chagos islanders have landed on one of the Indian Ocean archipelago’s atolls to establish what they say will be a permanent settlement, a move they hope will complicate a British plan to transfer the territory to Mauritius. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Ukraine hits oil terminal in Russia’s Krasnodar, chemicals plant in Perm, SBU says
KYIV, Feb 17 — Ukrainian drones hit the Taman oil terminal in Russia’s southern Krasnodar region and a chemicals plant in the Perm region near the Ural mountains overnight, Ukraine’s SBU domestic security service said on Tuesday. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Tarique Rahman sworn in as Bangladesh’s PM after landslide election victory
DHAKA, Feb 17 — Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Tarique Rahman was sworn in as prime minister on Tuesday, marking an important political shift in the South Asian nation following a period of turmoil. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker GRINCH allowed to leave France after paying fine
MARSEILLE, France, Feb 17 — French authorities have let the seized oil tanker GRINCH leave territorial waters after the company owning the vessel had to pay a penalty worth «several million euros,» French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on Tuesday. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Heavy rain batters New Zealand’s South Island, triggers flood warnings
SYDNEY, Feb 17 — Heavy rain pummelled New Zealand’s South Island on Tuesday, triggering flooding and forcing the closure of roads and bridges, as a powerful storm that caused widespread destruction in the capital Wellington since the weekend moved south. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Canada’s Carney to visit India in early March, Ontario minister says
NEW DELHI, Feb 16 — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will visit New Delhi in early March to work with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the framework for a comprehensive economic partnership agreement, Canadian official Victor Fedeli said on Monday. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Plaud Expands Focus in Southeast Asia, Bringing Real-World AI Workflow Insights to GATES Thailand 2026
Plaud.ai, the only AI note-taking platform that bridges in-person, phone calls, and online meetings into one … Source: en.antaranews.com
Taiwan to tackle defence spending review after Chinese New Year holiday
The opposition is pushing its own, less expensive proposals. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Cyclone Gezani leaves 59 dead in Madagascar, displaces more than 16,000
ANTANANARIVO, Feb 16 — At least 59 people died when Cyclone Gezani struck Madagascar last week, the disaster management office said on Monday, as it assesses the impact of the second tropical storm to hit the Indian Ocean island nation this year. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Премьер-министр Камбоджи поздравил китайский народ с праздником Весны
Пномпень, 16 февраля /Синьхуа/ — Премьер-министр Камбоджи Хун Манет выразил наилучшие пожелания китайскому народу и камбоджийцам китайского происхождения по случаю праздника Весны /Чуньцзе,
Iran urges D8 members support Palestinian economy, sanction for Israel
Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Indonesia Mohammad Boroujerdi urged the D8 member states to … Source: en.antaranews.com
Indonesia’s Finance Minister predicts 10-year economic expansion
Minister of Finance Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa expressed confidence that Indonesia’s economy will enter a phase of … Source: en.antaranews.com
Japan’s toilet vehicles provide comfort to evacuees during disaster
The vehicle is equipped with five toilets. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Американские военные перехватили в Индийском океане еще один связанный с Венесуэлой нефтяной танкер
Вашингтон, 15 февраля /Синьхуа/ — Военное министерство США сообщило в воскресенье, что американские военные ночью перехватили в Индийском океане еще один связанный с Венесуэлой нефтяной танкер и
‘Let them fight’, says Malaysia PM Anwar on Bersatu turmoil
This follows the party’s ongoing crisis after it expelled some of its members. Source: www.straitstimes.com
China confirms visa-free access for Canada, UK visitors from Feb 17
Canadian and British citizens can travel to China visa-free from Feb 17 to Dec 31. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Taiwan president vows to strengthen island’s defences in Lunar New Year message
He wanted to thank the armed forces for protecting Taiwan around the clock. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Russia’s Taman port damaged by Ukrainian drone strike
MOSCOW, Feb 15 — Russia’s Black Sea port of Taman, which handles oil products, grain, coal and commodities, has been damaged by a Ukrainian drone attack, the governor of Russia’s Krasnodar region said on Sunday. Source: www.straitstimes.com
To recognise or not? Behind ASEAN’s lack of consensus on the Myanmar polls
Impasse threatens ASEAN’s unity and relevance as members prioritise national interests over a collective response. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Australia pledges $2.7 billion to progress nuclear submarine shipyard build
SYDNEY, Feb 15 — Australia said on Sunday it would spend A$3.9 billion ($2.76 billion) to progress construction of a shipyard that will help deliver nuclear-powered submarines under the trilateral AUKUS defence pact with the U.S. and Britain. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Trump, Netanyahu agreed US should press Iran to cut oil sales to China, Axios reports
Feb 14 — President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed at a White House meeting on Wednesday that the U.S. would work to reduce Iran’s oil exports to China, Axios reported, citing two U.S. officials briefed on the issue. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Bangladesh’s incoming prime minister puts restoring economy and governance first
Mr Tarique Rahman said he would encourage business and create more jobs. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Rubio casts US, the ‘child of Europe’, as critical friend to allies
MUNICH, Feb 14 — Secretary of State Marco Rubio cast the United States as the «child of Europe» in a message of unity on Saturday, offering some reassurance as well as levelling more criticism at allies after a year of turmoil in transatlantic relations. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Bangladesh’s incoming prime minister puts restoring economy and governance first
DHAKA, Feb 14 — Bangladesh’s next prime minister, Tarique Rahman’s priorities include improving the economy, law and order and governance, he said on Saturday, in his first public comments after his party’s convincing parliamentary election victory. Source: www.straitstimes.com
MM2H programme generated $1.25b for Malaysia’s national economy in 2025
There was strong interest from Singaporeans in the visa programme. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Democrats say Trump’s foreign deportation deals cost taxpayers millions
WASHINGTON, Feb 13 — U.S. President Donald Trump’s immigrant deportation agreements with foreign governments cost American taxpayers millions of dollars — at times more than $1 million per person shipped out of the country — and produce little benefit, according to a study from Senate Democrats released on Friday. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Indonesia seals Tiffany stores on suspicion of illegal imports
Officials in South-east Asia’s largest economy have stepped up enforcement against illegal imports. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Denmark to provide four F-35 fighter jets to NATO’s Arctic Sentry
COPENHAGEN, Feb 13 — Denmark will provide four F-35 fighter jets to NATO’s Arctic Sentry mission, Danish Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen said on Friday. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Govt builds 454 toilets, renovates 500 schools in transmigration areas
The Ministry of Transmigration has built 454 toilets and renovated more than 500 schools in transmigration areas … Source: en.antaranews.com
Indonesia’s economy grows 5.39%, highest among G20 countries: Minister
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto reported that Indonesia's economic growth reached … Source: en.antaranews.com
Key priorities of the BNP, winner of Bangladesh election
Feb 13 — The Bangladesh National Party (BNP) won a decisive two-thirds majority on Friday in general elections, a result expected to bring stability to the nation after months of tumult following the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in a Gen Z-led uprising. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Bangladesh’s BNP wins sweeping election majority, promise of stability
DHAKA, Feb 13 — The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) won an overwhelming two-thirds majority on Friday in general elections, a result expected to bring stability after months of tumult following the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in a Gen Z-led uprising in 2024. Source: www.straitstimes.com
What to watch at North Korea’s Ninth Party Congress
SEOUL, Feb 13 — North Korea is expected to convene the Ninth Congress of the ruling Workers’ Party this month, the country’s biggest political gathering that reviews performance, sets new policy goals and can bring leadership change. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Bangladesh’s BNP wins two-thirds majority in landmark election
DHAKA, Feb 13 — The Bangladesh National Party (BNP) won a decisive two-thirds majority on Friday in general elections, a result expected to bring stability after months of tumult following the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in a Gen Z-led uprising. Source: www.straitstimes.com
US lawmakers step up pressure on Taiwan Parliament to approve defence spending
The US must address the massive backlog in weapons deliveries to Taiwan, the letter said. Source: www.straitstimes.com
US, Taiwan finalise deal to cut tariffs, boost purchases of US goods
WASHINGTON, Feb 12 — Trump administration officials signed a final reciprocal trade agreement that confirmed a 15% U.S. tariff rate for imports from Taiwan, while committing Taiwan to a schedule for eliminating or lowering tariffs on nearly all U.S. goods. Source: www.straitstimes.com
US, Taiwan finalize deal to cut tariffs, boost purchases of US goods
WASHINGTON, Feb 12 — Trump administration officials signed a final reciprocal trade agreement that confirmed a 15% U.S. tariff rate for imports from Taiwan, while committing Taiwan to a schedule for eliminating or lowering tariffs on nearly all U.S. goods. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Australia’s main opposition party ousts leader Sussan Ley as polls drop
The party voted to appoint former defence spokesman Angus Taylor as its new leader. Source: www.straitstimes.com
President urges faster adoption of micro waste processing technologies
President Prabowo Subianto urged Higher Education, Science, and Technology Minister Brian Yuliarto to accelerate the … Source: en.antaranews.com
McDonald’s India outlet gets regulatory warning over rotten tomatoes, reused oil
Food adulteration is often reported across India, but safety lapses at high-profile brands are rare. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Ukrainian arms producers receive first wartime export licences, Kyiv says
KYIV, Feb 12 — Ukrainian arms producers have received the first wartime licences to export their goods abroad, the secretary of Kyiv’s national security and defence council said on Thursday. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Indonesia’s SKK Migas to drill 100 exploration wells in 2026
Indonesia’s upstream oil and gas special task force, SKK Migas, has unveiled plans to drill 100 exploration wells … Source: en.antaranews.com
Syria says it has taken over al-Tanf base vacated by US troops
Feb 12 — Syria’s Defence Ministry said on Thursday that Syrian army units had taken control of the al-Tanf military base vacated by U.S. troops, following coordination between Syrian and U.S. authorities. Source: www.straitstimes.com
China calls Taiwan’s President Lai a ‘war instigator’
Lai had called for greater defence and artificial intelligence cooperation between Taiwan and Europe. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Ukrainian drone strike causes fire at refinery in Russia’s Komi region, governor says
MOSCOW, Feb 12 — A Ukrainian drone attack has caused a fire at an oil refinery owned by Lukoil near Ukhta in Russia’s northwestern Komi Republic, the head of the region, Rostislav Goldshtein, said on Thursday. Source: www.straitstimes.com
RI Govt promotes inclusivity through creative public spaces
Indonesia’s deputy minister of creative economy called for more inclusive public art installations to boost the … Source: en.antaranews.com
Selangor school stabbing: Malaysian teen pleads not guilty to murder of schoolmate in 2025
The victim was found dead in the school toilet after she was suspected to have been stabbed repeatedly. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Indonesian minister urges clean, fair 2026 state university admission
Higher Education, Science, and Technology Minister Brian Yuliarto urged universities to remain committed to … Source: en.antaranews.com
North Korea’s Kim positioning daughter as successor, Seoul spy agency briefing says
There are signs she is providing input on policy matters, South Korean lawmakers said. Source: www.straitstimes.com