Timor-Leste Parliament Backs 2027 State Budget in General Vote
The Timor-Leste 2027 state budget cleared its first parliamentary hurdle on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, when the National Parliament in […]
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Laos Endorses Migration Action Plan to Protect Workers and Promote Safe Movement
The Laos migration action plan was formally endorsed in Vientiane on Tuesday, November 11, 2026, as the Lao government adopted […]
Cambodia Launches Nationwide HPV Drive to Protect More Than 700,000 Girls
The Cambodia HPV vaccination campaign began on November 10 in Phnom Penh, as the government launched a nationwide effort to […]
Brunei Hosts Regional Revenue Officials for Three Days of Talks in the Capital
The Brunei revenue administration meeting opened in Bandar Seri Begawan on November 10, bringing officials from across Asia to the […]
Myanmar Conflict Mining Poisons Rivers Across Borders, Report Warns
A Stimson Center report finds that mining for rare earths, gold, tin and antimony in Myanmar’s conflict zones is funding armed groups and poisoning rivers shared with Thailand, with contamination measured up to 55 times above safety norms.
US Extradition Case Against Quiboloy Filed in Makati Court
The Philippine Department of Justice has filed a US extradition request against Apollo Quiboloy in a Makati court. The Kingdom of Jesus Christ founder faces American charges of human trafficking, sex trafficking and bulk cash smuggling.
Thailand Cabinet Approves Noise, Heat and Water Rules for Data Centres
Thailand’s cabinet has approved new rules for data centres, capping noise at 70 decibels, limiting heat around sites and requiring cooling water to be recycled. The move aims to manage the AI construction boom without scaring off investors.
Indonesia’s Vice President Gibran Offers to Resign Amid Eligibility Dispute
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has told President Prabowo Subianto he is ready to resign, after court rulings cast doubt on the school documents behind his 2024 candidacy. Lawmakers are now considering an inquiry into his eligibility.
Malaysia Court Clears the Way for Najib Razak to Begin House Arrest
Malaysia’s High Court has ruled that the Najib Razak house arrest can start with immediate effect, ending days of legal standoff over the royal pardon granted to the jailed former prime minister.
Three Million Singaporeans to Receive Final Assurance Package Payout in December
About three million adult Singaporeans will receive between S$100 and S$250 from 8 December, in the final cash payout of the enhanced Assurance Package.