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Headlines from the outlets of the region and the specialist cyber press, newest first, one row per story. Headlines in other languages are machine-translated into English; the mark after them gives the language, and the original is underneath. The last 30 days unless you set dates. How translation and stories work · Which outlets, by country
2001–2040 of 2231 articles
Group by story · Times in UTC| Oct 18 05:58 |
Timor-Leste |
Beyond Income: What the United Nations Multidimensional Poverty Report Means for Timor-Leste
By: Dionísio Babo Soares* Understanding the real meaning of poverty. Timor-Leste has made considerable progress since restoring independence in 2002, thanks to successive governments, national institutions, communities, and development partners. The IX …
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| Oct 18 05:16 |
China |
Chinese premier: China ready to deepen cooperation with Uzbekistan
Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Saturday that China stands ready to strengthen the alignment of development strategies with Uzbekistan and deepen cooperation in energy and resources, artificial intelligence, modern agriculture and …
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| Oct 18 04:55 |
Cambodia |
Video: Cambodia-Türkiye military pact focuses on training, capacity building
Cambodia’s framework agreement on military cooperation with Türkiye provides a legal basis for training, experience-sharing and capacity building, rather than arms purchases, said Jean-François Tain, Minister Delegate attached to the Prime Minister. …
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| Oct 18 04:37 |
Malaysia |
Lebanese villagers dread looming UN peacekeeper pullout
The UN Interim Force in Lebanon has become part of the fabric of south Lebanese villages after decades spent monitoring border hostilities and supporting local communities.
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| Oct 18 04:31 |
Indonesia |
Guterres visits Indonesia to strengthen UN multilateral cooperation
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres arrived in Jakarta on Saturday evening to begin his official ...
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| Oct 18 04:20 |
South Korea |
Trump's decision to waive Russian sanctions outrages Congress, but no quick counter seen
US President Donald Trump's abrupt decision to waive sanctions on Russia days before they were to take effect drew outrage Saturday from members of Congress, which had overwhelmingly passed the legislation in …
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| Oct 18 04:07 |
Malaysia |
Khaled Nordin begins four-day working visit to Japan to strengthen defence ties
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 — Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin’s official working visit to Japan,...
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| Oct 18 02:29 |
Cambodia |
Cambodia, China to Host Fourth ASEAN–China Youth Summer Camp in Henan
Cambodian and Chinese academic institutions will host the fourth China–ASEAN Excellent Youth Summer Camp from October 18 to 24 in Henan province, China, bringing together 48 students and young researchers to strengthen …
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| Oct 18 02:00 |
Thailand |
Chinese embassy issues new Thailand travel warning over kidnappings
The Chinese embassy in Thailand has issued a new travel warning, urging Chinese citizens to plan trips carefully after a series of kidnappings involving Chinese visitors, the South China Morning Post reported …
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| Oct 18 01:58 |
Japan |
Takaichi to attend APEC in China if parliament allows
The APEC summit often serves as an opportunity for Japanese and Chinese leaders to meet, but questions remain amid a deep freeze in ties.
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| Oct 18 01:51 |
Malaysia |
Trump paused Russia sanctions to ‘analyse’ impact on global economy, says Rubio
The US secretary of state says various conflicts are impacting global energy prices, including the US war on Iran and attacks on Saudi Arabia by Yemen's Houthis.
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| Oct 18 01:08 |
China |
Chinese premier backs high-quality China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway
Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Saturday that China stands ready to ensure the high-quality implementation of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway project.
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| Oct 18 01:00 |
China |
Why is Hong Kong hosting the Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting? There is another agenda
As Hong Kong hosts the Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting on Tuesday, this two-part series examines the summit’s significance and its implications for Beijing on the global stage. In part one, Simpson Cheung …
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| Oct 18 00:00 |
China |
Trump’s second Asean summit presence comes at a price for region
US President Donald Trump is expected to drive hard bargains on tariffs and critical minerals in his return to the Asean summit in Manila next month, with Washington seeking greater economic and …
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| Oct 17 23:55 |
Cambodia |
Cambodia opens ‘Cambodia Corner’ at Bulgaria’s National Library, deepening Balkan cultural diplomacy
The Kingdom of Cambodia opened a new chapter in its cultural diplomacy across Southeastern Europe on Friday with the official inauguration of the “Cambodia Corner – Books, Arts and Cultural Heritage” at …
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| Oct 17 23:54 |
Malaysia |
Rubio says US wants Israel to ‘crack down’ on settler violence in West Bank
The secretary of state's comment follows the widespread dissemination of a video showing Israeli settlers attacking an American photojournalist.
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| Oct 17 23:53 |
Cambodia |
Cambodia, Türkiye pledge to deepen bilateral relations and expand cooperation
Prime Minister Hun Manet and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan have pledged to further strengthen their longstanding friendship and deepen bilateral cooperation across a wider range of sectors. The post Cambodia, Türkiye …
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| Oct 17 23:51 |
Cambodia |
Cambodia, Kazakhstan sign seven cooperation documents to strengthen bilateral ties
Cambodia and Kazakhstan have agreed to deepen bilateral relations and expand cooperation in trade, investment, digital technology and tourism, signing six cooperation documents during Prime Minister Hun Manet’s official visit The post …
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| Oct 17 23:30 |
Malaysia |
Bersatu pact allows PH to delay S’gor polls beyond GE16, says analyst
However, another pundit says this would come with political risks, and Pakatan Harapan would be better off holding the state election concurrently with GE16.
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| Oct 17 23:23 |
Japan |
Trump’s Russia sanctions waiver called mistake by GOP allies
At least eight Republican senators and several House lawmakers have spoken out against Trump's diesel deal with Russia or the sanctions waiver.
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| Oct 17 23:15 |
Malaysia |
FAM’s award nomination and the AFC’s curious yardstick
FAM wants recognition, but can it earn top honours while questions over its governance and football development remain unanswered?
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| Oct 17 22:02 |
Malaysia |
Saudi Arabia reports incoming fire as Egypt weighs sending help
Saudi Arabia has faced sustained attacks on oil facilities and transit hubs, while the Houthis claim recent Saudi strikes have killed and wounded 'numerous' people.
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| Oct 17 21:50 |
Malaysia |
Smiling pope returns to Vatican after cancer surgery
Leo XIV's discharge capped days of uncertainty that rattled the Vatican and the world's 1.4 billion Catholics, less than two years into the Chicago-born pope's papacy.
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| Oct 17 21:44 |
Malaysia |
Israeli settlers attack European diplomats, beat French mayor
The 78-year-old mayor says masked settlers attacked him as he joined Palestinian olive farmers in the West Bank alongside French and Belgian representatives.
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| Oct 17 21:17 |
Japan |
Trump's decision to waive Russian sanctions outrages Congress, but no quick counter seen
President Donald Trump's abrupt decision to waive sanctions on Russia days before they were to take effect drew outrage Saturday from members of Congress, which had overwhelmingly passed…
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| Oct 17 19:35 |
Singapore |
PM Wong to make official visits to Qatar & UAE from Oct. 18 to 22
This will be the first time PM Wong has visited either country as PM.
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| Oct 17 16:18 |
Philippines |
Calls mount to expel Chinese ambassador
(UPDATE) CALLS to expel Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan mounted over the weekend as anger grew over Chinese Embassy remarks daring lawmakers to declare the envoy persona non grata.Former Surigao del Norte representative …
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| Oct 17 16:14 |
Philippines |
‘Reconsider travel plans’
THE Philippine Embassy in Riyadh and the Philippine Consulate General in Jeddah have urged all Filipinos in Saudi Arabia to remain vigilant, prioritize safety, and reconsider non-essential travel following the closure of …
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| Oct 17 16:13 |
Philippines |
PH Embassy reacts to viral UK video
THE Philippine Embassy in London expressed concern over portrayals of Filipinos in the United Kingdom that it said fail to reflect the character and contributions of the Filipino community.The embassy issued the …
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| Oct 17 16:12 |
Philippines |
PH, Indonesia bolster campaign against cross-border crimes
THE Philippines and Indonesia agreed to intensify joint efforts against transnational crimes at the 4th Philippines–Indonesia Joint Consular Consultation Meeting at the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) main office in Pasay City …
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| Oct 17 15:36 |
Malaysia |
Israeli settlers attack European diplomatic cars in West Bank
The French, Belgian and Polish missions were visiting Taybeh when settlers arrived to stop Palestinians from gathering olives.
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| Oct 17 14:58 |
Philippines |
Chinese envoy's remarks seen as 'wolf warrior diplomacy'
Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan"s controversial remarks are an example of “wolf warrior diplomacy,” according to defense analyst Renato Castro.
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| Oct 17 14:48 |
China |
Croatian PM meets Chinese FM, calls for deeper bilateral cooperation
Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic met with visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Saturday, expressing Croatia's willingness to deepen cooperation with China in various fields and under the China-Central and Eastern …
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| Oct 17 14:46 |
Malaysia |
Sisi says Egypt ready to defend Saudi Arabia ‘if requested’
The Egyptian president said Egypt would not seek a role in regional conflicts but would not stand by if Saudi Arabia’s security were threatened.
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| Oct 17 14:11 |
China |
APEC 2026: 30 days to go until Shenzhen hosts world leaders
APEC 2026: 30 days to go until Shenzhen hosts world leaders
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| Oct 17 14:05 |
Malaysia |
Iran backs ‘political process’ to resolve Saudi-Houthi conflict
Foreign minister Abbas Araghchi also repeated Iran's offer to mediate between the two sides.
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| Oct 17 13:19 |
China |
China-Botswana ties 'shine like diamonds' as a new chapter opens
For decades, diamonds have shone as the glittering emblem of Botswana. For China and Botswana, the precious stone offers a fitting metaphor for a friendship that has endured across decades.
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| Oct 17 13:00 |
China |
China’s embassy issues fresh Thailand travel alert over kidnappings, job scams
China’s embassy in Thailand has warned citizens to carefully plan their trips and pay extra attention to transport security following a string of high-profile kidnappings targeting Chinese nationals. Online influencers and artists …
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| Oct 17 12:01 |
Malaysia |
Brazil’s Bolsonaro says not considering father for govt post
However, right-wing presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro said he did not rule out the possibility of offering his father a position.
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| Oct 17 12:00 |
China |
Coming up roses? How Trump planted a new seed for Chinese gift diplomacy
Donald Trump was apparently captivated by the “beautiful” roses in the garden of the Communist Party’s leadership compound when he visited Beijing in May. It was a relaxed moment between the US …
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