Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Wednesday (May 28, 2025)
* Govt firmly opposes normalising LGBTQ+ culture, says Na'im
* Urgent PKR leadership council meeting called to discuss Rafizi, Nik Nazmi's resignations, says party insider
* Dr Mahathar Abd Wahab appointed as new Health DG
* PM Anwar approves leave for Rafizi, Nik Nazmi, mum on resignations
* Cabinet resignations signal need for reshuffle, say analysts
* Nurul Izzah praises Rafizi for speaking the truth without fear
* Baby at Danau Kota taska choked to death, say cops
* Speculation mounts that S'gor MB Amirudin may get Cabinet post
* Johor cops seize RM2.3mil in drugs, nab eight in raids on two syndicates
* Ipoh international school says will take action to foster kindness, respect after boy allegedly beaten up by schoolmates
* Pharmacy fined RM50,000 for misleading price on product
* Appeals Court upholds man's 30-year jail term, 24 strokes of the cane for drug charges
* June 3 set for hearing of Anwar's bid to refer immunity questions to apex court
* Nik Nazmi also resigns from Cabinet
* Anwar declines to comment on Rafizi's resignation
* Retirement age extension must balance veteran respect, youth opportunity, says Azalina
* Audit institutions should be empowered to operate independently, says Anwar
* Rafizi: I've submitted my resignation as Economy Minister
* KK-Labuan ferry resumes operations with first trip at capacity
* Malaysia must adopt AI but cannot forgo the right values, says PM
* Elephant-feeding by NGO puts East-West Highway users at risk
* Elderly company director loses RM1.4mil to online trading scam
Singapore
* Indonesian man to be charged in Singapore for buying KrisFlyer accounts illegally to use air miles on purchases
* Singapore actor Ayden Sng gets publicity boost in China for upcoming shows
* Kia launches first EV assembled in Singapore
* Corruption reports and cases in Singapore fell to all-time low in 2024
* Only breeding pair of peregrine falcons in Singapore hatch two chicks for first time
* Singapore judge rejects prosecutors' request to strike out fugitive Indonesian's allegations against Corrupt Practices bureau
* Traveller who stole credit card, over US$200 in cash during Scoot flight gets ten months' jail
* Singlish-savvy Singapore AI chatbot can check in on seniors, intercept scam calls
Indonesia
* Prabowo says ready to recognise Israel if Palestinians get state
* Narcotics agency, police foil largest drug smuggling attempt in Indonesian history
* Plan to install stairlifts in Borobudur to welcome Macron draws controversy
* Suspected terrorist taken into custody by Indonesian counter-terror unit
* France's Macron, Indonesia's Prabowo to discuss strategic partnerships
* Defying all odds with nuclear power
* Australian man held over smuggling cocaine to Bali
Thailand
* Thai PM presents US$115 billion budget to parliament to support lacklustre economy
* No more excuses! Bikers without helmets in Thailand face up to THB 2,000 fine starting June 1
* Two police pilots told friend of possible helicopter crash night before tragedy
* Policeman killed, another injured in shootout with insurgents in Narathiwat
* Global EV stockpile sparks new price war as Thailand faces after-sales challenges
* Thai-Cambodian troops clash in early morning gunfire at Chong Bok border
* Thaksin declares war on drugs again, vows community scans for pushers
Philippines
* Father, son suspected of killing cop nabbed in Sultan Kudarat, Philippines
* Philippines to US: Deport our citizens to Manila, not El Salvador
* Filipino 'Anak' singer Freddie Aguilar died of multiple organ failure says ex-partner
* In macabre street scene, woman in the Philippines crawls out of storm drain
* Ex-Philippine rep Arnolfo Teves rearrested in Timor-Leste; son cries 'kidnap'
* Kanlaon Volcano in the Philippines emits over 1,000 tonnes of sulphur dioxide
Vietnam
* Vietnam approves plan to develop high-tech human resources
* Vietnam tuna exports to halal markets rise, but more supporting policies needed
Myanmar
* Fire that killed four women at bar in Mandalay caused by short circuit: fire dept
* Myanmar deports 67 foreign nationals involved in telecom fraud and online crimes
* Myanmar reports 82 railway mine attacks, 176 railway bridge blasts by insurgents in four years
Cambodia
* Cambodian soldier killed in clash with Thai army at disputed border
* Cambodia reports fourth bird flu death this year
Laos
* Laos, China strengthen ties to boost cardiovascular treatment
Brunei
* Brunei's Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah in good health, resting, says Anwar
* Bank Islam Brunei unveils development project in support of 12th National Development Plan goals
* Brunei Sultan resting at IJN due to fatigue
Aseanplus
* Asean All-Stars upset Man United 1-0, thanks to Myanmar captain Maung Maung Lwin
* Malaysia in final lap to bid for UN-Habitat General Assembly presidency, says Nga
* Public outrage as China woman told to make in-person withdrawal dies outside bank
* Malaysia's very own neo-psychedelic band Ramayan are going mainstream with new experimental album, 'Ini adalah ujian transmisi'
* Asean Sec-Gen hails 'twin successes' of 46th Summit with Vision 2045, Timor-Leste admission
* Former Chinese actor Li Yapeng works hard to repay RM23.5mil debt amid divorce rumours
* Samsung India executives seek to quash $81 million penalty over tax evasion
* What's in a name? Japan bans flashy baby names like Pikachu and Nike
* Residents fear for safety after deadly blast at China chemical plant
* Fuel prices May 29 - June 4: Diesel down 3 sen while RON95, RON97 stay unchanged
* Ringgit rebounds against US dollar on improved risk appetite
* Pope Leo appeals for Gaza ceasefire, laments deaths of children
* One in three indebted young Koreans had suicidal thoughts: survey
* Six dolphins rescued in Lucknow, India
* China's Li Qiang calls for 'vibrant economic circle' with Asean, Gulf states
* Arctic warming seen at three times global average in years ahead, UN weather agency says
* Selangor Immigration detains 83 in Alam Megah warehouse raid
* SEA presents untapped opportunities for investment, says UAE minister
* Residents pick up the pieces one day after deadly China chemical blast
* Sri Lankan leftist government begins privatisation
* China issues flood warnings after heavy rain in southern regions
* Bhutan's emigration dilemma: Will they return?
* TVB star Roger Kwok, 60, addresses dating rumours with 23YO former Miss Hong Kong Hilary Chong
* Japan urges universities to accept students in US
* Hridayendra Shah may be king if monarchy is reinstated in Nepal, RPP-Nepal chair Kamal Thapa suggests
* Sabahan lass Wani Kayrie gets into the groove with her new traditional-pop single 'Cak Cak Cekuk' in celebration of the Kaamatan festival
* China's answer to World Bank to open Singapore, HK offices
* Jia Jia and De De chosen as names for Hong Kong's twin panda cubs
* South Korean acting President leads final Cabinet meeting before election
* Brazilian prosecutors sue BYD over allegations of slave-like labour conditions
* Mr Nusantara showpiece bows in - a one of a kind male beauty pageant that features the best from Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia
* Study says new Jurassic bird fossil is 'missing link'
* Cricket-From dazzled to dazzling, Bengaluru's Jitesh makes his mark in IPL
* Malaysia-China trade hits RM161.98bil from Jan-April 2025 - Matrade
* Australia's opposition coalition reunites a week after split
* No security incidents during 46th Asean Summit, says Bukit Aman
* FBM KLCI ends slightly higher at midday on cautious sentiment
* Asia boosts weapons buys, military research as security outlook darkens
* Japan Expo 2025 draws five million visitors in first six weeks
* Sze Fei-Izzuddin stand as world No. 1 with smooth win in Singapore
* With buoy and camera, 32-year-old diver redefines life as a Jeju haenyeo
* Malaysia's PPI falls 3.4% in April 2025, led by mining sector decline
* Big surprise in sumo. The sport has a new champion - and he's Japanese
* Hospital access restricted, schools closed as police search for gunman in Australian town
* Malaysia, Indonesia to spearhead single global halal logo
* A 17-year-old reaches top of tallest mountain in the world
* Malaysia has done well by working with both US and China, says Saifuddin
* 144 victims saved in CID crackdowns on human trafficking, says IGP
* It's official: WhatsApp now available for download on iPad
* Outcome of Sarawak's Asean Heritage Park nominations to be known in September
* Asian shares, US$ climb on rosy data, tech optimism
* Asian stocks track Wall St rally as trade fears ease, eyes on Japan debt
* Muslim Australian lawmaker says she was urged to drink, 'dance on table'
* South Korean presidential candidates debate various issues in televised address
* Oil prices inch up as U.S. bans Chevron from exporting Venezuelan crude
* US stops scheduling visa interviews for foreign students while it expands social media vetting
* South-East Asia sees near 150% rise in heart disease, study shows
* Bursa Malaysia makes cautious rebound on the heels of Wall Street rally
* Asean voices deep concern over US tariffs, commits to regional economic unity
* Ringgit edges down on improving US data
* Moving away from traditional gifts
* Lawsuit over false adoption
* Large blast hits chemical plant in Shandong, no casualties reported
* 'Everest Man' on top of the world after breaking own record
* Seoul slaps travel bans on two former acting presidents
* 'US plans risk war in space'
* 'Elder Sister' and 'Little Brother' get official names
* Opposition chief takes the lead
* Tang Jie-Ee Wei make winning return in Singapore Open
* Timor-Leste to join Asean in October
* Malaysia views US tariff cut to 10% as favourable
* PM: It's time to turn vision into reality
* Tennis-Djokovic makes smooth start to bid for 25th Grand Slam title
* Asean leaders head home after two-day summit
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