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Philippines says ‘no specific threat’ over military drill involving more allies
This year’s Kamandag exercise involves troops from the Philippines, the US, Japan, Australia, the UK and South Korea, along with observers.
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Pritam Singh case: ex-Singapore MP Raeesah Khan faces second impeachment bid
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Indonesia bans iPhone 16 sales over Apple’s failure to hit investment target
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Politics
‘Changing sides’? Concern in Japan as Malaysia, Thailand seek to join Brics
Analysts predict Tokyo will seek to boost engagement with Southeast Asia amid concerns about a shift away from balanced diplomacy.
16 Oct 2024 - 10:00AM
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South African delegates at a Brics event in Johannesburg. Malaysia and Thailand’s requests to join could be accepted before the end of the year. Photo: Reuters
Politics
Asean’s neutrality under challenge as power rivalries expose its weaknesses
A move by Russia and China to block an Asean-led statement at the summit reflects a ‘battleground between two blocs’, one analyst says.
16 Oct 2024 - 8:00AM
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Politics
Most Filipinos won’t support pro-China candidates in 2025 elections: survey
Such views are driven by concerns over the South China Sea dispute and pro-China candidates undermining national security, an analyst says.
15 Oct 2024 - 6:57PM
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Politics
Singapore’s Lee Hsien Yang to apply to demolish Oxley Road home
Lee Hsien Yang and sister Lee Wei Ling had accused older brother, then-PM Lee Hsien Loong, of attempting to keep home for political capital.
15 Oct 2024 - 11:18PM
Politics
Why more Singaporeans prefer their country to partner with China than the US
Many respondents feel foreign countries would come to Singapore’s aid if it were attacked, researchers find.
15 Oct 2024 - 7:22PM
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Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong with China’s Premier Li Qiang in Vientiane last Friday. Photo: Xinhua
People
Pritam Singh’s lawyer calls ex-Singapore MP Raeesah Khan a ‘non-stop’ liar
Khan admitted to lying repeatedly about a false anecdote involving a rape victim, raising questions about her credibility.
15 Oct 2024 - 8:40PM
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Politics
Widodo’s Asean summit ‘snub’ reveals the gaps in Indonesia’s foreign policy
His successor Prabowo Subianto seems indifferent towards the regional bloc as well – raising concerns about Indonesia’s leadership role.
15 Oct 2024 - 10:00AM
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Russia’s protest over Japan-US military drills fall on deaf ears in Tokyo
Analysts say Russia fears Japan’s growing ties with Nato nations – and is especially concerned about US missile deployments.
15 Oct 2024 - 8:00AM
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Politics
Singapore blocks Income’s deal with Allianz amid ‘structure, terms’ concerns
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says the government remains open to a new deal if the concerns are fully addressed.
15 Oct 2024 - 10:05AM
The Singapore government has stepped in to stop a proposed acquisition worth S$2.2 billion (US$1.68 billion) by German insurance giant Allianz of the city state’s home-grown Income Insurance. Photo: Shutterstock
Politics
Malaysia defends Chinese ships’ visit after criticism over ‘convivial’ welcome
Defence chief says the visit did not breach national regulations, despite criticism that Malaysia is sending the wrong message to its Asean peers.
14 Oct 2024 - 7:17PM
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Politics
Will arrest of Pogo ‘kingpin’ in the Philippines expose wider web of corruption?
Authorities say Lyu Dong established a ‘a network of scam farms’, including a Pogo facility in the town where Guo formerly served as mayor.
14 Oct 2024 - 6:15PM
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Singapore opposition leader Pritam Singh stands trial for alleged lies
The trial marks the first time in Singapore’s history that an opposition leader has been prosecuted for lying to a parliamentary committee.
14 Oct 2024 - 7:28PM
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People
Widodo’s decade in power leaves an Indonesia transformed – but concerned
While Jokowi’s presidency brought growth and modernisation, his last-minute political manoeuvring raised fears of democratic backsliding.
14 Oct 2024 - 9:29AM
Indonesian President Joko Widodo bequeaths a complex legacy as he exits the political stage. Photo: Reuters
Lifestyle & Culture
AI is transforming South Korea, even helping pets and people with disabilities
South Korea is embracing AI, with innovative applications transforming everyday life from AI-powered translation services to X-ray analysis.
14 Oct 2024 - 9:03AM
People
Apollo Quiboloy Senate bid tests religion’s ‘unholy’ grip on Philippine politics
As his legal troubles mount, the Duterte-linked pastor’s candidacy blurs the lines between religious influence and political power.
13 Oct 2024 - 10:00AM
Politics
Southeast Asia’s war on dissent captured in Malaysia-Cambodia extradition
As Southeast Asian countries band together to silence critics, advocates call for an urgent reassessment of human rights policies.
13 Oct 2024 - 8:30AM
Politics
India, Pakistan fuel Central Asian arms race with sales to Armenia, Azerbaijan
The influx of military hardware is shifting the military balance in the region, potentially undermining fragile peace efforts.
12 Oct 2024 - 4:00PM
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A Pakistani JF-17 Thunder wraplane performs a fly-by in 2018. Photo: AFP
Politics
Biden skips Southeast Asia summits – is it a snub or strategy shift?
Biden’s absence does not necessarily indicate weaker US interest in Southeast Asia but rather a shift in engagement strategy, analysts say.
12 Oct 2024 - 1:52PM
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Politics
President Prabowo: Indonesia’s strongman or steward of Widodo’s legacy?
A military man with populist policies, Prabowo Subianto has pledged to continue Joko Widodo’s vision. Whether he delivers remains to be seen.
12 Oct 2024 - 8:30AM
Politics
‘Behaviour that can’t be ignored’: Marcos’ Asean call for South China Sea code
Marcos Jnr cites recent South China Sea incidents, warns economic cooperation alone will not ease security concerns in the region.
11 Oct 2024 - 8:40PM
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Asian Angle
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Joanne Lin
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Opinion
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Why tremors of Wagner revolt will be felt across the Middle East and Africa
27 Jun 2023 - 2:58PM
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