The local Chinese community has forged a cultural identity with traits that are distinctly Malaysian, even as re-Sinicisation becomes a contentious issue.
Ukraine’s Zelensky is going all out to boost participation for the coming peace talks in Switzerland, but support has been mixed.
The Indian PM failed to appreciate what matters most to India’s poorest. Expect him to learn and adapt from his electoral setback.
Malaysia really wants semiconductor investments. But what happens when one of your biggest partners starts pressuring you to pick a side?
The US supported the ICC since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, but condemned the arrest warrant for Israel’s leaders as ‘outrageous’.
The US has prioritised democracy and human rights in its ties with Thailand, but the rise of China has forced it to reconsider its approach.
Singling out Vietnam and Indonesia is simply an attempt to divert attention from maritime confrontations in the disputed waterway.
There must be international recognition of the genocide in Gaza, and targeted sanctions to hold Israel accountable and encourage massive reforms.
The Chinese vision of building a shared future has developed into substantive action, giving a strong boost to global governance in various sectors.
Geopolitical tensions have strained the global economy, with developing countries now finding themselves at a crossroads.
Blocking or reducing interaction with China or other countries only reduces Australia to a petty, hollow state that is susceptible to misunderstandings.
Under Lee, bilateral ties were upgraded through economic initiatives and dialogue platforms – despite occasional political hiccups.
The 180km Funan Techo Canal project has the potential to supercharge Cambodia’s economy. But lingering socio-economic, environmental and security concerns remain.
With global warming becoming a major issue, India must tackle climate change in a more comprehensive and methodical way.
The drills extended into the grey area where the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone rubs up against the territory claimed by Beijing in the South China Sea.
Economic engagement such as the Belt and Road Initiative has helped stabilise and strengthen China’s relationship with Southeast Asian countries.
It is a consumer’s right to shun a global business, but it may end up missing the target as local franchise holders are the ones bearing losses.
Policymakers can ill afford to dither or send mixed signals in their efforts to rejuvenate the economy. The immediate danger facing China today is systemic contagion.
Such requests rarely seem sincere when they are essentially asking other nations to act against their own strategic goals
Saigon Commercial Bank’s losses could cause the national treasury to dry up, as the government injects ‘special loans’ to keep the bank afloat.
The government is seeking to inject short-term stimulus, but what Thailand really needs are measures that can enhance long-term productivity growth.