Private screening of Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story to be held in Indonesia
An international publicity campaign for Akbar Khan’s ‘Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story’ has been crafted for its first overseas release, introduced one country at...
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Ganjar and Baswedan to consider alliance to prevent Widodo’s succession plan ahead of Indonesia elections 2024
The political landscape in Indonesia is dynamic, and the potential collaboration between Ganjar Pranowo and Anies Baswedan adds a new dimension to the upcoming elections.
Deadly explosion at Thailand’s fireworks factory, 23 workers dead
A powerful explosion at a fireworks factory in Thailand's Muang district has claimed the lives of all 23 workers, with rescue efforts hindered by the intense blast, making the identification of victims challenging.
Singapore’s innovative approach to senior well-being: A blueprint for age-friendly communities
Bedok South and Marine Terrace seniors are set to experience a transformative boost in healthy ageing, thanks to an innovative project offering enhanced support and empowerment in their golden years.
Indonesia’s healthcare agency forecasts historic deficit of $1.21 billion for National Health Insurance program in 2024
BPJS Kesehatan has around 267.3 million registered users, which is almost 95.75 per cent of the country’s population, at the end of the previous year.
Malaysia’s economy grows in Q4, but gloom clouds growth outlook
The underlying details paint a picture of an economy struggling to maintain its footing. Construction, a key driver of growth in recent years, decelerated sharply, with its quarterly rise of 2.5% barely a shadow of the previous quarter's 7.2% surge.
Malaysian central bank poised to maintain interest rates until 2026
The BNM's decision comes despite easing inflation, which dipped to 1.5% in November 2023, its lowest level since March 2021. This figure falls below the government's projected range of 3%-4% for 2023 and can be partly attributed to the bank's previous rate hikes.
Thai government’s flagship stimulus program faces delays: digital wallet handout
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin confirmed the government's commitment to the program but admitted during a press conference on Friday that the rollout might be pushed back, leaving a crucial launch date unconfirmed.
Vietnam’s PM Pham Minh Chinh champions tech collaboration at Davos: advocates for semiconductor and AI collaboration
The discussion, part of the Prime Minister’s official trip to the 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum, focused on cooperation in AI, automotive technology, semiconductor chips, and ecosystems.
The PM of Cambodia welcomes the efforts of Singapore-based Trip.com to revitalize the tourism sector
Trip.com's commitment aligns with the ongoing efforts of the government of Cambodia to position the country as an attractive destination for international tourists, fostering economic development and cultural exchange.
Indonesia’s Prabowo maintains lead in polls, runoff looms as election nears
The recent surge in popularity for Anies Baswedan, an academic and former education minister, is noteworthy and has been attributed to his strong performances in recent election debates.
Singapore minister addresses the rising issues of deepfakes and misinformation, says law needed to rein in
The Singaporean Minister, participating in a WEF panel, said that deepfakes, which involve creating fraudulent images in the likeness of others are nothing but an “assault on the infrastructure of fact.”
Singapore sparks innovation: Fostering business ecosystems for global investments
As Singapore takes bold strides in its innovation journey, the city-state strategically nurtures business ecosystems to foster collaboration and allure foreign investments. A dynamic approach towards cultivating synergies positions Singapore as a global hub for innovation and economic growth.
Singapore banks set up anti-mule team involving ex-police officers to fight scams
Mr Eu, who is an investigation specialist with DBS’ anti-mule team asserted that, “No customer will admit they are a money mule, so it is our job to find out.”
The authorities of Malaysia arrested 17 individuals for running an online gambling syndicate
The arrested individuals include 14 nationals from China and three local men, who were believed to be involved in running a sophisticated online gambling syndicate.
Philippines to propose Southeast Asian AI regulatory framework for ASEAN
The Philippines plans to propose a Southeast Asian regulatory framework for artificial intelligence (AI) based on its draft legislation, aiming to present it to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) during its 2026 chairmanship.
Rohingya refugees come across hostility from locals
Rohingya refugees in Aceh, Indonesia, encounter hostility driven by online misinformation and hate speeches against the refugees.