UN General Assembly adopts resolution to boost cooperation with Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
The resolution was introduced by China and co-sponsored by nearly 40 countries, including all SCO member states.
Japan’s Prince Hisahito to begin independent official duties
The 19-year-old prince is second in line to the throne. With the Imperial family growing increasingly elderly, expectations are high for Prince Hisahito to take on a greater role…
South Korean speaker urges deeper Seoul-Beijing ties
The meeting between South Korean National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik and Zhao Leji, head of China's top legislative body, was held in Beijing, a day after Mr Woo attended…
Police arrest international organisation worker for alleged role in Jakarta riots
The police have accused her of rallying protestors to set fire to the National Police headquarters in South Jakarta, at the peak of protests against lawmakers’ excessive…
Ethics probe recommends charges in death of Indonesian motorcycle taxi driver
Seven Mobile Brigade (Brimob) police officers could face criminal investigation after an ethics probe found probable cause that they not only broke ethics but also the Criminal…
Singapore fashion designer Bobby Chng, household name in the 1980s, dies at 69
Unknown to many, even some of his closest friends, the veteran had been diagnosed with bladder cancer when he was 26. Over four decades, he kept it under control with medication…
Singapore, India to launch road map on cooperation under Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: PM Wong
Semiconductor agreement reached, including a "green lane" for goods and Gujarat skills training centre. Singapore remains confident in India's growth, and will continue to invest.
Over 2,000 North Korean troops killed in Ukraine war: South Korean spy agency
Pyongyang plans to deploy an additional 6,000 troops to Russia.
Rohingya rights: Situation worsened in Myanmar since 2023, UN report says
The report points to increased killings, torture, razing of villages, and mass forced displacement.
South Korean lawmakers say security footage shows ex-president Yoon resisted warrant in underwear
Rep. Kim Yong-min of the Democratic Party of Korea said no excessive physical force had been exercised during the execution process.