Leaders from across Southeast Asia and beyond are converging in Kuala Lumpur for the 47th Asean Summit, a biannual gathering that focusses on the bloc’s growing economic and strategic significance. This year’s summit is particularly historic as East Timor joins as ASEAN’s 11th member, expanding the organization for the first time since the 1990s. The summit will see discussions on regional security, economic integration, climate action, and conflict resolution, with participation from global powers including the United States, China, Japan, India, and Australia.


ASEAN summit 2025: Trump to discuss investment opportunities during Asia tour

U.S. President Donald Trump is on a crucial visit to Southeast Asia. The visit comes at a critical time, as Trump seeks to showcase his deal-making skills amid mounting global tensions and a bruising trade war with China. His itinerary includes Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea, with trade, critical minerals, and ceasefire diplomacy topping the agenda.


ASEAN summit 2025: Trump tests his 'trade touch' in Southeast Asia

United States President Donald Trump, along with Cambodia and Thailand, are going to sign the 'great peace deal' between the Southeast Asian countries in Malaysia, the US president informed while aboard Air Force One.


ASEAN summit 2025: Trump seeks Xi's role in ending Ukraine war 

BREAKING: Trump arrives in Malaysia, US President to witness signing of Cambodia-Thailand peace deal

As the 47th ASEAN Summit kicks off in Kuala Lumpur, the meetings have reaffirmed both the bloc’s relevance and the mounting challenges it faces in an era of global upheaval. Over three days of intense diplomacy, Southeast Asian leaders— joined by global

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Trump Says Will Sign Thailand-Cambodia Peace Deal 'Immediately Upon Arrival' in Malaysia

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 ASEAN Summit: Chinese delegation arrives for meetings in Kuala Lumpur 

US President Donald Trump announced an upcoming diplomatic tour to Malaysia, South Korea, and Japan, highlighting a significant meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Trump hopes to leverage discussions on energy and global issues to influence a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war.


ASEAN summit: Trump expects to reach deal with China on trade, soybeans, possibly nuclear arms

PM Modi to skip ASEAN Summit in Malaysia due to scheduling conflicts; will attend virtually

The 47th ASEAN Summit, set to be held in the federal capital later this month, will not only serve as a regional forum but also as a strategic platform showcasing Malaysia’s leadership as ASEAN Chair and its role in enhancing the bloc’s global influence.

Malaysia To Host 47th ASEAN Summit, Trump to Oversee Cambodia-Thai Peace Deal

The 47th ASEAN Summit, set to be held in the federal capital later this month, will not only serve as a regional forum but also as a strategic platform showcasing Malaysia’s leadership as ASEAN Chair and its role in enhancing the bloc’s global influence.


Malaysia: Authorities round up hundreds of homeless people ahead of summit, face flak

First it was alcohol under scrutiny at government events. . .

Now, there are calls to ban beef too

All in the name of religious respect and national unity in malysia.

Watch this video to find out more.

Beef after beer, Malaysia faces ban calls at government events

China's People's Liberation Army said it will conduct Aman Youyi-2025 with Malaysia near Malaysian waters of the South China Sea next week. The joint drill focuses on “humanitarian assistance,” “disaster relief,” and “maritime security,” per an official Chinese defence ministry notice issued Wednesday.

China-Malaysia To Conduct The "Peace and Friendship 2025" Joint Exercise Next Week

China's People's Liberation Army said it will conduct Aman Youyi-2025 with Malaysia near Malaysian waters of the South China Sea next week. The joint drill focuses on “humanitarian assistance,” “disaster relief,” and “maritime security,” per an official Chinese defense ministry notice issued Wednesday.


PLA announces South China Sea drill with Malaysia as Japan-Philippines exercise begins

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The Malaysian state of Terengganu has threatened to jail men who skip Friday prayers without a valid reason. Under new rules, warning of imprisonment of upto 2 years has been issued or that of a fine of close to $700 to be levied on first time offenders. This challenges the country's secular structure. Watch this video to find out more. 

Malaysian state to jail Muslims skipping Friday prayers

Terengganu has imposed stricter Sharia penalties for Muslim men missing Friday prayers, with up to 2 years' jail or a fine. Critics call it excessive. This follows a 2024 court ruling in Kelantan striking down similar laws as unconstitutional, highlighting legal tensions in Malaysia.

Sharia law imposed in THIS Malaysian state - What happens if men skip Friday prayers

Thailand-Cambodia clash: Malaysia to host peace talks as countries still engaged in fighting

Unity in grief and joy: Malaysian town sees wedding and funeral side by side

Unity in grief and joy: Malaysian town sees Indian wedding and Chinese funeral side by side

AI tourism video: A couple in Malaysia reached a state in the country to visit a tourist attraction they had seen in a video. However, they were not prepared for what they were told when they reached the hotel. 

AI video fools elderly couple into taking a trip to a place that does not exist

Malaysia's economy expanded by 4.4% year on ear in the first quarter of 2025 slightly lower than the 5% growth recorded in the previous quarter. Watch in for more details!

Malaysia's economy grows 4.4% year-on-year

Drones have rewritten the rules of the war. In today's warfare, every country is racing to have the latest drones in their armory. The Russia-Ukraine war has shown how swarms of drones can change the tide of the war.

Chinese president in Malaysia amid Trump tariff tensions

World: The issue has its roots in the British colonial rule over present-day Malaysia, when Indians were brought in as labourers for the rubber industry and railways and had no access to land ownership.

A 130-year-old Hindu temple in Malaysia faces demolition threat, to make way for a mosque

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