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PM of China says China ready to enhance relations with Australia

(MENAFN) Chinese Premier Li Qiang expressed readiness to work with Australia to establish a “more mature and stable China-Australia comprehensive strategic partnership” during a meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the...

Venovox Appoints Dato’ Devan as CEO to Accelerate AI Driven Corporate Investigations in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, October 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Venovox Sdn Bhd, a Malaysian provider of background screening in Malaysia, Corporate Investigations, and corporate due diligence services, today announced the appointment of its...

FIFA Announces New ASEAN Cup

(MENAFN) On Sunday, FIFA President Gianni Infantino revealed the creation of a new regional football tournament, the FIFA ASEAN Cup, which will involve all 11 countries from Southeast Asia. This competition aims to enhance the sport in a region...

U.S., China to Hold Trade Negotiations in Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur

(MENAFN) US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced on Wednesday that Washington and Beijing are scheduled to engage in two days of critical trade negotiations this weekend in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia’s capital. Bessent confirmed to media that he...

Trump gives ASEAN summit its moment to shine

(MENAFN) At the end of a hectic 24-hour visit to Kuala Lumpur, US President Donald Trump departed aboard Air Force One claiming a series of breakthroughs that, according to the White House, would bring “peace and prosperity” to Asia. As he...

China, Japan, S. Korea Leaders Urge Deeper ASEAN+3 Cooperation

(MENAFN) In a high-stakes regional summit on Monday, leaders from China, Japan, and South Korea joined counterparts from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to reaffirm commitments to economic and financial cooperation amid rising...

FIFA President Unveils ASEAN Cup for Eleven Nations

(MENAFN) FIFA President Gianni Infantino unveiled Sunday the creation of a groundbreaking regional tournament—the FIFA ASEAN Cup—encompassing all 11 Southeast Asian nations in a historic expansion of organized football competition. Infantino...

US, China reach trade deal outline before Trump-Xi summit

(MENAFN) The United States and China have reached a preliminary framework for a potential trade deal, which will be discussed when their leaders meet later this week, according to reports. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that the...

China Signals Readiness to Strengthen Australia Ties

(MENAFN) Chinese leadership signaled Monday its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Australia through enhanced strategic dialogue and expanded economic collaboration. Premier Li Qiang articulated Beijing's position during...

Lula Reports "Guaranteed" Trade Deal with US

(MENAFN) Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva announced on Monday that a trade agreement with the United States is now "guaranteed" after his meeting with President Donald Trump. The two leaders met on the sidelines of the 47th...

Lula Announces "Guaranteed" US-Brazil Trade Deal

(MENAFN) Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva announced on Monday that a trade agreement with the United States is "guaranteed" after his discussion with President Donald Trump in Malaysia. The two leaders met on the sidelines of the 47th...

Best in Asia: StarDream Cruises Wins Big at 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards

StarDream Cruises wins double honours at the 2025 Travel Weekly Asia Readers’ Choice Awards — Best Cruise Line "Asia" & Best Cruise Line "Entertainment". KUALA LUMPUR, KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, October 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Double honours...

UN Chief Defends Free, Fair Trade

(MENAFN) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday championed "free and fair trade," cautioning that mounting trade restrictions are inflicting "negative" consequences on the worldwide economy. "Trade wars do not benefit anybody. Nobody wins...

India expresses interest in diversifying its oil imports—Rubio

(MENAFN) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio claimed on Saturday that India has shown interest in diversifying its oil supply, following new American sanctions targeting Russian oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil. Speaking to reporters, Rubio suggested...

Trump Urges Russia to Focus on Ending War

(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump stated on Monday that Russia should prioritize ending its war with Ukraine rather than focusing on missile tests. His remarks came a day after Moscow announced the successful completion of its new nuclear-powered...

Scott Bessent Confirms TikTok Deal Nears Finalization

(MENAFN) US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced on Sunday that an agreement regarding TikTok is expected to be finalized during an upcoming meeting this week between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Bessent...

UN chief expresses skepticism over fairness of Myanmar’s elections

(MENAFN) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday expressed skepticism over the fairness of Myanmar’s upcoming general elections, highlighting the urgent need for humanitarian aid and an end to ongoing violence. Speaking at a news...

Scott Bessent Announces Trade Deal with South Korea

(MENAFN) US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced on Monday that a trade agreement between the United States and South Korea will not be finalized during President Donald Trump's upcoming visit this week, citing the complex nature of the...

UN Chief Demands Halt to Foreign Meddling in Sudan War

(MENAFN) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday demanded an end to “external interference” in Sudan’s escalating conflict between the national army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). “It is clear that we have not only a...

Presidency on media programme for President Cyril Ramaphosa's visit to Vietnam and Malaysia

President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to arrive in Hanoi on Thursday, 23 October 2025 for a State Visit to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. The visit by President Cyril Ramaphosa is both timely and symbolic, reaffirming the importance South...