Malaysia former PM Najib fails to reinstate lawsuit against former banker and AmBank
He contended that AmBank and former banker Joanna Yu had committed negligence by disclosing information to Low Taek Jho.
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Fresh speculation on who will head Indonesia’s new capital authority emerges
Nusantara will be led by an authority head appointed by Jokowi in the next two months, with the position equivalent to a minister.
UN envoy urges Taliban to enhance engagement with international community
The UN statement also said that greater inclusion in governing structures is yet to be seen from the Taliban.
Beijing city limits movement in more areas to curb Covid-19 cases before Olympics
Beijing has not locked down any districts, but several now have mobility restrictions in place in certain areas.
South Korea committed to nuclear phaseout scheme: Energy minister
South Korea has also pushed to boost the supply of power from clean and renewable energy sources.
China’s domestic tourism showing sure signs of recovery
Tourism-related revenue generated in 2021 also saw a year-on-year increase of 690 billion yuan, reaching about 2.92 trillion yuan.
Opposition to go ahead with ‘anti-inflation’ march to Islamabad on Pakistan Day
The Pakistan Democratic Movement had already given a call for holding a long march to Islamabad against the price hike on March 23.
Saudi Arabia, Thailand agree to restore full diplomatic ties
Saudi Arabia downgraded relations with Bangkok after a diplomatic row over a theft in 1989 of around US$20 million of jewels.
China launches L-SAR 01A satellite for land observing
The satellite will be used to monitor the geological environment, landslides and earthquakes.
China-Malaysia trade hit RM740 billion in 2021
China’s ambassador to Malaysia Ouyang Yujing said flagship projects such as the East Coast Rail Link had also proceeded smoothly.