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Thailand's Defence Minister Lt Gen Adul Boonthamcharoen held urgent talks with Malaysian Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin on Wednesday to discuss the latest security situation in Thailand's southern border provinces, a day after Bangkok suspended scheduled peace talks.
Myanmar police have arrested 13 people in connection with two separate gold shop robberies in the Mandalay region, recovering over 42 ticals of gold jewellery, weapons, and other items.
Malaysia's Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART) is pursuing recertification as a Heavy Urban Search and Rescue team through the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group, reinforcing the nation's disaster response capabilities.
Malaysia's Home Ministry has initiated identification and security screening procedures for Rohingya refugees, moving forward with preparations to repatriate 5,000 individuals to Myanmar following bilateral government agreement.
Malaysia and Thailand have pledged to deepen defence cooperation and address shared strategic interests, with focus on stability in Southern Thailand and broader regional security challenges.
Bank Indonesia's governor resigns as Jakarta pursues palm oil tariff relief, while regional leaders emphasize ASEAN unity amid geopolitical tensions and US trade investigations.
Iraq's Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has ordered an investigation into Saudi Arabia's assertions that recent drone attacks on the kingdom originated from Iraqi territory and were carried out by Iran-aligned militia groups.
Thai police have raided a luxury hotel in Nonthaburi province, dismantling an alleged underground gambling and drug operation run by Chinese syndicates. More than 100 officers arrested five suspects and seized ketamine and gambling equipment.
Gadi Eisenkot, a retired Israeli military chief, has become the primary political challenger to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as Israel prepares for its October 27 general election, signalling a significant shift in the country's political dynamics.
The Philippine National Police chief has signalled interest in adopting or strengthening an Australian-style social media ban for minors to combat online radicalisation and prevent school shootings, following a deadly attack in Tacloban City.
Asean has called for restoration of safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, expressing deep concern over economic and security impacts from the Middle East conflict during its ministerial meetings in Manila.
More than 2,500 Israeli visitors accessed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem on Thursday to mark Tisha B'Av. Palestinian authorities raised alarm over what they characterise as violations and a dangerous precedent.
Iran and Pakistan's foreign ministers pledged to work together for regional peace at an SCO meeting in Kyrgyzstan, as tensions mount following the breakdown of a US-Iran ceasefire agreement last month.
Singapore Police Force and the FBI have formalized their partnership through a memorandum of understanding to tackle transnational cyber crimes, online scams, and money laundering—a development with significant implications for Southeast Asian security.
Malaysian authorities have apprehended a foreign national at Miri airport who is wanted by Brunei for allegedly orchestrating an ATM skimming operation affecting multiple financial institutions in the sultanate.
Malaysia's Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has arrived in Manila to lead the Malaysian delegation at the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting, where regional tensions and Myanmar's humanitarian crisis will dominate discussions.
A fresh maritime clash between Philippine and Chinese forces has intensified tensions as ASEAN foreign ministers convene in Manila. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives with warnings about Beijing's control of contested waters, while Myanmar's civil war and regional energy security dominate discussions.
Malaysian police now suspect a 23-year-old arrested in Sri Lanka with RM1.1 million worth of cocaine was acting as a courier for a broader international drug trafficking organization, raising concerns about regional criminal networks.
The Philippines is hosting the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting from July 20-24, with discussions centred on regional security, human rights promotion, and geopolitical tensions. Key topics include Myanmar's crisis and South China Sea disputes.
Thailand's concerns over Chinese tanks supplied to Cambodia expose a troubling contradiction: Bangkok repeatedly publicises its own military superiority, fighter aircraft readiness, and airstrikes, yet views Cambodian defensive equipment as a strategic threat requiring international restraint.
Kuwait's armed forces are actively defending against incoming missiles and drones fired by Iran, with explosions reported across the country as air defence systems engage targets.
Jordan activated air defence sirens across multiple regions Sunday after reports that Iranian missiles were launched toward the coastal city of Aqaba, with Israeli and Jordanian forces claiming successful interception.
Japan's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi has urged his nation to engage in serious debate about nuclear weapons, citing deteriorating regional security and European allies' moves toward stronger nuclear deterrence capabilities.
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei has denounced the United States for violating a peace memorandum signed in June, characterizing President Trump's signature as meaningless and threatening unforgettable consequences if hostilities persist.
The United States has advised its citizens to avoid traveling to Lebanon and northern Israel, warning of heightened regional tensions and the risk of unforeseen military escalation in West Asia.
Authorities have detained a 19-year-old Sarawakian at Hong Kong airport on suspicion of transporting 3kg of cannabis. Bukit Aman police believe the teenager was enlisted by organised trafficking networks, signalling deepening cross-border drug operations.
ASEAN foreign ministers will convene in Manila next week to determine their next steps on Myanmar's political crisis, building on recent Thailand talks. The extended consultation will chart the regional bloc's path forward on implementing the Five-Point Consensus.
The Philippines has issued a forceful condemnation of China Daily for publishing an AI-generated video that depicted Filipinos as monkeys, terming the content racist and unacceptable propaganda that violates basic human dignity standards.
Bahrain, Qatar, and Kuwait activated emergency protocols Friday after Iranian drone strikes targeted US military installations, marking a dangerous escalation in months of mounting regional conflict.
Two Malaysian nationals have been arrested separately for drug trafficking at Hong Kong International Airport within a 72-hour window, prompting regional authorities to warn of intensified recruitment efforts by international narcotics syndicates.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's approval rating has fallen below 50 per cent for the first time since her October appointment, with older voters showing the sharpest dissatisfaction amid concerns over her policies and regional tensions.
Cambodia has deported more than 16,000 foreign online scam suspects during the first six months of 2026, part of an intensified enforcement campaign against cybercriminal networks operating in the Southeast Asian nation.
Kuwait's military responded to drone attacks early Wednesday, with air defence systems engaging incoming aircraft. Bahrain also activated air raid sirens amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran.
Malaysia has pledged to work closely with Thailand's newly appointed Peace Dialogue Panel chief Thanut Suvarnananda to advance peace efforts in southern Thailand, Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled said.
Malaysia's Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin met with Thailand's newly appointed Defence Minister Lieutenant General Adul Boonthumjaroen to strengthen bilateral defence ties and address regional security challenges.
ASEAN foreign ministers have reinforced their commitment to the Five-Point Consensus as the basis for resolving Myanmar's political crisis, emphasising humanitarian assistance and violence reduction following their first in-person meeting with Myanmar's foreign minister since 2021.
Philippine immigration authorities arrested 72-year-old Canadian national Orville Frank Mader in Laguna following alerts from Canadian law enforcement. He faces deportation over immigration violations and has a documented history of child sexual offences.
Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister has called for decisive legal and diplomatic action against Norway after the Scandinavian nation cancelled the export licence for Naval Strike Missiles destined for the Royal Malaysian Navy's Littoral Combat Ships.
Bahrain activated air raid sirens Wednesday after the United States conducted extensive military strikes on Iranian targets, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions centred on maritime security through the Strait of Hormuz.
India's Gujarat High Court has upheld death sentences for 38 people convicted in connection with the devastating 2008 Ahmedabad bomb blasts, while confirming life imprisonment for 11 others in a major ruling on the terror attacks.
Singapore's police force and seven cryptocurrency exchanges collaborated to identify and protect over 130 scam victims during June, preventing potential losses exceeding S$2.9 million through blockchain analysis and international cooperation.
South Korea is launching its fourth medium-sized Earth observation satellite aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from California. The 500-kilogramme satellite carries indigenous imaging systems capable of monitoring the Korean Peninsula every three days.
President Trump has indicated that negotiations with Iran over its nuclear programme are advancing positively, with American envoys currently engaged in discussions in Qatar. The White House is emphasising a diplomatic approach despite recent military escalations.
The United Kingdom, Italy, and Japan have jointly invested £4.6 billion (US$6.1 billion) in advancing development of a next-generation stealth fighter jet through the Global Combat Air Programme, marking a critical phase in the project.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has elevated Zhang Shuguang to oversee military anti-corruption efforts while reshuffling top defence positions, continuing the largest armed forces purge in 50 years that has ensnared generals and former allies.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has attacked Norway for scrapping a RM1 billion naval missile deal with Malaysia, accusing the Scandinavian nation of applying inconsistent standards to international law and norms.
Malaysia is intensifying border security measures following a bomb blast in Thailand's Tak Bai district that injured two Malaysian holidaymakers. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari emphasised continued cooperation with Thai authorities and ASEAN partners.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia's commitment to bolstering ASEAN as a unified, inclusive regional bloc capable of addressing its members' aspirations amid mounting geopolitical and economic pressures.
Hong Kong authorities have dismantled a major cocaine trafficking network, seizing 361kg of the drug across two yacht operations in Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter within days, marking the territory's largest such case in a year.
The 39th Asia-Pacific Roundtable, convening in Kuala Lumpur from June 30 to July 2, will feature an exclusive caucus dedicated to Myanmar's deepening crisis, moving beyond the restrained official positions aired at recent ASEAN summits.
Japan's parliament has approved sweeping defence reforms, reorganising the Air Self-Defence Force to include space operations and bolstering military presence in vulnerable southwestern islands as regional tensions rise.