Singapore sees Southeast Asia thriving amid ‘breakdown’ of world order
Singapore's Vivian Balakrishnan says Southeast Asia is thriving on semiconductor and AI demand despite global disorder, but warns overreliance on AI poses risks.
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Indian central bank hikes rates for first time since 2023
India's RBI raised its benchmark repo rate 25 basis points to 5.50%, first hike since 2023, citing inflation and rupee weakness.
South Korea launches 'K-brand' scheme to fight counterfeits
South Korea launched a K-brand certification system letting consumers scan QR codes to verify product authenticity, aiming to curb counterfeits of Korean goods overseas.
Goodman’s Japanese data centre comes under fire following Sydney site setback
Goodman faces Japanese backlash over its Tsukuba data centre after scrapping a Sydney project. Residents near the site complain of poor consultation and consider protests.
MAS rolls out AI risk management guidelines for Singapore’s financial sector
MAS issued AI risk management guidelines for Singapore’s financial institutions, effective 2027, requiring board oversight, lifecycle controls, third-party accountability, and proportionate controls.
Melaka to head to the polls on Nov 14 in another test of shifting political alliances in Malaysia
Melaka votes on Nov 14, with nearly 700,000 voters deciding a state election seen as a test of Malaysia's shifting alliances before the next general election.
US forces face curfew, alcohol ban in Japan's Okinawa after murder case
US troops in Okinawa face a month-long curfew and alcohol ban after a Marine was suspected of murdering a local woman, fueling protests and base tensions.
Decoding Japan PM Takaichi’s ‘important neighbour’ message to China - what it means for ties
Japan's PM Takaichi calls China an 'important neighbour' and seeks stable ties, but tensions persist over Taiwan, security and trade; analysts see cautious testing, not a thaw.
Californians blast Trump remark that Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles, San Diego
Trump suggested Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles or San Diego; Californians, Newsom condemned it as deranged and dangerous. White House defended, some Republicans distanced.
Trump to speak to Putin on plague as US, UN urge transparency
Trump will speak with Putin about a reported plague death at a Siberian lab; the US and UN urge Russia to be transparent. Moscow denies special measures, saying cause is undetermined.
In interview, US Vice President Vance says Iran must cut enrichment to end war
US Vice President Vance says Iran must meaningfully cut its nuclear enrichment capacity to end the seven-month war, though Washington remains unsure who makes decisions in Tehran.
North Korea's Kim pledges 'invariable support' in Putin birthday letter
Kim Jong Un sent Putin a birthday letter pledging continued support for Russia, calling its Ukraine war 'sacred' and predicting victory.