Alternatives to Hormuz for energy security
The writer says, "Although an end to this conflict does not appear imminent, the strongest impetus to conclude it might not be regional stability, but rather the desire to secure…
Middle East
Over 1 million Indians have returned from West Asia since February 28: government
Israel’s airspace is partially open with restricted flight operations. Travel of Indian nationals continues to be facilitated through Jordan and Egypt to India, the Ministry of…
Bangladesh government eyeing new labour markets amid Middle East instability, PM tells Parliament
Initiatives are underway to sign bilateral agreements with Serbia, Greece, North Macedonia, Romania, Portugal, Brazil and Russia, PM Tarique Rahman says.
To each their own, says Malaysia PM Anwar on Singapore Foreign Minister’s remark on Strait of Hormuz
Singapore's Foreign Minister has the right to express his views on the Middle East conflict, we have our own stand, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
South Korea President Lee says Iran war could reshape world order, calls for readiness
Seoul remains on high alert over the prolonged economic fallout from the Middle East war, even amid a temporary pause in hostilities following a conditional two-week ceasefire…
Indonesia doubles down on diplomacy as Hormuz risks persist despite ceasefire
Pertamina is racing to secure the release of two of its tankers stuck in the Persian Gulf through diplomatic channels, as analysts warn that the recent US-Iran ceasefire does…
‘No Navy escort needed for Malaysian vessels in Hormuz’
There is no need for the Royal Malaysian Navy to escort Malaysian vessels after Iran cleared them to exit the Strait of Hormuz, says Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari.
Easter in the midst of war: The Jakarta Post
Quoting the editorial: "This year's Easter brings a different kind of anxiety: the US-Israeli war on Iran is weaponised, especially through social media, as a religious conflict…
Government brings home 4,241 Filipinos from Middle East
Department of Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac said more repatriation flights are expected in the coming days, adding that nearly 1,000 OFWs have received repatriation…
Bangladesh government looks to Malaysia amid Gulf slowdown
Expatriate welfare minister, PM’s adviser to visit Kuala Lumpur as Dhaka explores alternatives.