Topic

#geopolitics

33 stories tagged

India Should Deepen China Ties, Says Modi's Economic Adviser

A senior adviser to Prime Minister Narendra Modi has advocated for India to welcome increased Chinese investment and engage more deeply in Asian trade frameworks, citing concerns over US policy consistency and the need for economic diversification.

By Khairul Anuar · 17 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Nvidia Slashes Asian AI Chip Customer List as US Tightens Export Controls

Nvidia has more than halved its list of approved Asian customers for advanced AI chips, affecting companies in Singapore, Malaysia, and Japan. The move reflects stricter US export controls aimed at preventing technology from reaching China.

By Khairul Anuar · 15 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Ahmadinejad Flatly Denies Mossad Recruitment Claims and House Arrest Allegations

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has rejected a New York Times report claiming Israel's Mossad attempted to recruit him for regime change and that he is under house arrest, calling the allegations entirely fabricated.

By Khairul Anuar · 14 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia's Energy Supply Remains Stable Amid Hormuz Tensions, Says Deputy PM Fadillah

Malaysia's energy supply is secure with no current disruptions, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof assured, though global oil price volatility remains an economic concern amid Strait of Hormuz tensions.

By Khairul Anuar · 12 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

France Explores Syria as Alternative Oil Route to Counter Hormuz Vulnerabilities

France is positioning Syria as a potential alternative energy corridor to reduce dependence on the Strait of Hormuz, according to Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot. The move reflects broader efforts to diversify global oil supply routes amid escalating US-Iran tensions.

By Khairul Anuar · 10 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

NATO Defence Spending to Surge Past US$1.8 Trillion by 2026 Amid Geopolitical Tensions

NATO's 32 member states are projected to spend over US$1.8 trillion on defence by 2026, representing an 11% increase from 2025 as the alliance ramps up military investments following the 2024 Hague summit.

By Khairul Anuar · 8 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia Halts All New Defence Procurement From Norway Over Missile Row

Malaysia has immediately suspended all new defence equipment purchases from Norway after the Scandinavian nation cancelled an export licence for missiles destined for the Royal Malaysian Navy's Littoral Combat Ships.

By Khairul Anuar · 8 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

China's Wang Yi Urges Caution on Taiwan as US-China Ties Show Signs of Strain

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has cautioned US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to handle Taiwan affairs with extreme care, emphasising the need for constructive US-China relations and warning that mishandling could destabilise bilateral ties.

By Khairul Anuar · 3 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

MARA Redirects Scholarship Students Away from US Amid Political Uncertainty

MARA has shifted its sponsored students for 2025-2026 from the United States to alternative countries, citing policy and geopolitical uncertainties. The ministry says the move protects Bumiputera scholars while maintaining educational quality.

By Khairul Anuar · 3 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Global South Must Forge Independent Path as International Order Reshapes

Emerging middle powers from the Global South should pursue independent strategies rather than following established powers as the post-World War Two international system undergoes fundamental transformation, regional experts argued at Kuala Lumpur conference.

By Khairul Anuar · 2 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Malaysia maintains independent stance in global affairs, Anwar assures

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reassured Malaysians that the country will persist with its independent and non-aligned foreign policy, steering clear of bloc politics.

By Rajesh Kumar · 2 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

ASEAN Must Seize Initiative to Shape Regional Future, Says ISIS Malaysia

ASEAN must stop merely reacting to global fragmentation and instead proactively shape regional outcomes through strategic agency and collective action, says ISIS Malaysia's executive chairman at the 39th Asia-Pacific Roundtable.

By Khairul Anuar · 1 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Chinese Tourists Retreat from Long-Haul Trips, Driving Summer Boom in Southeast Asia

Mainland Chinese travellers are reshaping regional tourism patterns this summer, favouring nearby Southeast Asian destinations over distant European cities as geopolitical tensions, flight disruptions, and economic caution reshape holiday spending habits.

By Khairul Anuar · 1 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Tourism Malaysia Pivots Strategy Away From West Asia, Targeting ASEAN and Asia-Pacific Growth

Tourism Malaysia is redirecting promotional efforts toward ASEAN, East Asia, and other stable regions to cushion against West Asia uncertainties while maintaining Visit Malaysia 2026 targets.

By Khairul Anuar · 29 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Iran Departs World Cup Amid Claims of Unfair Treatment and Political Constraints

Iran has accused World Cup organisers of unfair treatment as the team departs after failing to advance past the group stage. The federation highlighted travel restrictions and political obstacles during their tournament stay.

By Khairul Anuar · 28 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

ECB Wins Parliamentary Backing for Digital Euro as Europe Seeks Payment Independence

The European Central Bank has secured crucial parliamentary support for its digital euro project, positioning the eurozone to reduce dependence on American payment systems as transatlantic relations grow strained.

By Rajesh Kumar · 23 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

UK Unlikely to Rejoin EU Under Next Government, Says Conservative Peer

A British Conservative peer has dismissed prospects of the UK rejoining the European Union under any new government, even as Labour undergoes leadership change following Keir Starmer's resignation announcement.

By Rajesh Kumar · 23 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Asian Stocks Retreat as Middle East Peace Doubts Lift Oil and Yields

Asian equities retreated Monday as Middle East instability and aggressive Federal Reserve signals pushed oil prices and bond yields higher, raising expectations for increased U.S. interest rates that weighed on investor sentiment across the region.

By Rajesh Kumar · 22 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia Can Chart Own Course Without Picking Sides, Anwar Insists

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rejected the notion that Malaysia must choose allegiance between the US, China, or India, arguing the nation can maintain independent relations with all three powers while pursuing its own strategic interests.

By Khairul Anuar · 20 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

Malaysia's Non-Aligned Stance Attracts Global Investment, Says Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has highlighted how Malaysia's diplomatic strategy of remaining neutral while engaging with all nations is strengthening investor sentiment and driving economic expansion across the country.

By Lim Wei Jie · 20 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Anwar Backs US-Iran Tensions Easing, Underscores Toll on Vulnerable Populations

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed signs of reduced tension between the United States and Iran, while cautioning that escalating geopolitical conflicts impose the heaviest burden on economically disadvantaged populations.

By Khairul Anuar · 20 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Air Force Chief Flags Critical Shortfall in Maritime Surveillance Capabilities

Malaysia's air force chief has highlighted a significant shortage of surveillance assets needed to monitor the nation's Exclusive Economic Zone effectively, citing mounting geopolitical pressures in the South China Sea.

By Khairul Anuar · 18 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Anwar Praises Putin and Xi for Advocating Peace in Middle East Conflicts

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has publicly commended Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping for their advocacy of peace and condemnation of atrocities in Gaza, Iran and Lebanon during an interview in Kazan.

By Khairul Anuar · 18 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

Russia and ASEAN Mark 35 Years of Strategic Partnership Amid Regional Flux

Russia and ASEAN celebrated 35 years of diplomatic relations at a commemorative summit in Kazan, with President Putin describing their strategic partnership as a stabilising influence in the turbulent Asia-Pacific region.

By Rajesh Kumar · 18 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

US and Iran Formally Seal 14-Point Peace Accord to End Conflict

The United States and Iran have formally finalised a 14-point memorandum of understanding designed to terminate their prolonged conflict. Both presidents have signed the agreement, with negotiations set to commence within 60 days focusing on nuclear matters and sanctions relief.