Finland’s Accession Into TAC A Bridge Linking Southeast Asia And Europe

By Nur Atiq Maisarah Suhaimi and Nursyabiha Sukri KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- Finland’s accession to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC) represents more than a diplomatic formality; it also serves as a bridge linking...

General : Finland’s Accession Into TAC A Bridge Linking Southeast Asia And Europe

By Nur Atiq Maisarah Suhaimi and Nursyabiha Sukri KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- Finland’s accession to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC) represents more than a diplomatic formality; it also serves as a bridge linking...

China & PSCs’ culture-fest with 80 sessions starts this month

The 7th “Encounter in Macao – Arts and Cultural Festival between China and the Portuguese-speaking Countries” will be held between this month and December, featuring over 80 sessions in seven series in diverse forms, including visual arts, films,...

The overlooked frontline of Women, Peace and Security

In 2000, the United Nations Security Council adopted Resolution 1325 and established the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda. This formally recognised not only the disproportionate impact of conflict on women and girls, but also the critical...

Visa-Free Countries for Indonesian Passport Holders: 43 Nations in 2025

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - As the final quarter of 2025 approaches, many people are planning year-end holidays, often including trips abroad. However, Indonesian travelers need to understand that entry regulations vary by destination. Not all countries...

ASEAN Must Focus On Implementation Of ASEAN Vision 2045 - Mohamad Hasan

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- ASEAN member states must now shift their collective focus toward the implementation of the ASEAN Vision 2045: Our Shared Future, Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said today. In his opening remarks at the...

The Cultural Week of China and Portuguese-speaking countries gets underway

Macao is set to come alive with a spectacular display of culture as the 17th Cultural Week of China and Portuguese-speaking Countries gets underway over the coming weeks. The event kicked off on 26 September and runs through to 18 November 2025....

17th China-PSCs Cultural Week opens

The 17th Cultural Week of China and Portuguese-speaking Countries (PSCs) was officially inaugurated last night at the Legend Boulevard in Fisherman’s Wharf, aiming to promote cultural exchange activities between the nation and the world’s nine...

Agri-enterprises drive growth under the SAFE Acceleration Program: Investment opportunities in regenerative agriculture unveiled

LOS BAÑOS, Philippines—The Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security Enhancement (SAFE) Acceleration Program—a collaborative initiative by the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) and Villgro...

General : ASEAN Must Focus On Implementation Of ASEAN Vision 2045 - Mohamad Hasan

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- ASEAN member states must now shift their collective focus toward the implementation of the ASEAN Vision 2045: Our Shared Future, Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said today. In his opening remarks at the...

Marcos departs for ASEAN Summit in Malaysia

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Saturday departed for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to attend the 47th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit, vowing to reinforce regional cooperation during his trip. In his departure...

General : ASEAN Remains Firm Amid Global Uncertainties - Malaysian FM

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- ASEAN continues to stand firm and deliver results despite global uncertainties and escalating rivalries among major powers, Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said today. He said the regional...

UN chief Antony Guterres calls for urgent reform of the Security Council

Guterres was addressing ambassadors in the iconic chamber in New York on United Nations Day, marking 80 years since its founding. He spoke via video link from the capital of Viet Nam, Hanoi, during a robust open debate on how the UN navigates an...

ASEAN Remains Firm Amid Global Uncertainties - Malaysian FM

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- ASEAN continues to stand firm and deliver results despite global uncertainties and escalating rivalries among major powers, Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said today. He said the regional...

KL bound: Marcos bats for peace, maritime security at ASEAN Summit

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Saturday vowed to renew the Philippines’ push for an open, rules-based international order and the peaceful resolution of disputes as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations navigates regional challenges such...

21st ASEAN-PAC Meeting Strengthens Regional Commitment To Combat Corruption

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will host the 21st Principals Meeting of the ASEAN Parties Against Corruption (ASEAN-PAC) from Oct 28 to 30, reflecting the country’s firm commitment to regional leadership in advancing the...

ASEAN at a Crossroads

Kuala Lumpur is under a tight security lockdown this week – 16,000 police officers are deployed, major roads shuttered, and the city center effectively sealed – as several world leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese Premier Li...

Wisma Putra says Asean leaders to discuss unity, growth and global challenges in KL summit

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 — Over the next three days Asean leaders are set to congregate at the sprawling Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre for the 47th Asean Summit and Related Summits where discussions will focus on issues related to Asean...

Leaders At 47th ASEAN Summit To Discuss Ways To Deepen Regional Integration, Drive Economic Growth - Wisma Putra

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- Over the next three days ASEAN leaders are set to congregate at the sprawling Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre for the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits where discussions will focus on issues related to ASEAN...

What you need to know: Marcos in Malaysia for 47th ASEAN Summit 

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. leaves Manila for Kuala Lumpur on Saturday, October 25, to join fellow Southeast Asian leaders and dialogue partners in the 47th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit. The second...