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JAKARTA: Amid reports that government-owned construction firms had suffered losses due to their involvement in Southeast Asia’s first high-speed rail…

Both parties have traded blame for the violence, which has triggered an unprecedented communications blackout that shut down the internet…

Mr Anies is recognised for his achievements as Jakarta governor, including completing the construction of the Jakarta International Stadium (JIS)…

The police chief said that the five suspects are Malaysian citizens and are all not related to the victim.  “The…

“If convicted, the penalty includes imprisonment for up to seven years and a possible fine,” added Mr M Kumar.  According…

BUSINESSES ALSO SEEK TAX REDUCTION Meanwhile, some businesses have expressed worries that Tuesday’s budget will offer more relief only for…

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia’s Ministry of Home Affairs, through the Immigration Department, will increase the number of new automatic gate systems (autogates)…

DHAKA: The Bangladeshi student group leading demonstrations that have spiralled into deadly violence suspended protests on Monday (Jul 22) for 48…

Chinese coast guard and other forces have used powerful water cannons and dangerous blocking maneuvers against Philippine forces, particularly in…

Despite the bilateral issues, different societies and sibling rivalry, Mr Lee said both countries have no alternative but to work…

MANILA: Manila insisted on Monday (Jul 22) it will continue to “assert our rights” over a hotspot South China Sea…

SINGAPORE: Johor’s Chief Minister Onn Hafiz Ghazi has called on the public to help provide information on the whereabouts of…