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The United States has reaffirmed its dedication to deepening defence ties with Malaysia, according to Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin following discussions with US Ambassador to ASEAN Kevin Kim at the 37th Military Law and Operations Conference.
Vietnamese authorities have dismantled a sophisticated drug trafficking operation centred in Ho Chi Minh City, resulting in 65 arrests including citizens from Malaysia, Singapore and Taiwan. The network illicitly mixed an anaesthetic drug into e-cigarette products.
A 20-year-old Singaporean woman initially feared kidnapped has been found safe in Phnom Penh. She had voluntarily left Singapore to meet an online gaming friend, sparking concerns about trafficking to scam compounds.
A Philippine policeman and businessman have been arrested following the seizure of P1.9 million in smuggled cigarettes during a checkpoint operation in Zamboanga del Norte late Friday.
Malaysia and Thailand have pledged to deepen defence cooperation and address shared strategic challenges. The commitment came after bilateral talks between their defence ministers at Subang Air Base.
South Korea's defence ministry has published a draft bill establishing the legal foundation for building nuclear-powered submarines in partnership with the United States, with strict nonproliferation safeguards embedded in the legislation.
Myanmar's security forces have arrested 777 suspected online scam and illegal gambling operators in Kayin State, including 631 Chinese nationals. The raid in Myawaddy Township also seized computers, phones, and a Starlink terminal.
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has launched an investigation into Saudi Arabia's claims that unmanned aerial vehicles used in recent attacks originated from pro-Iran factions based within Iraqi territory.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. positioned ASEAN as his nation's steadfast partner during Monday's State of the Nation Address, highlighting concrete initiatives in energy, food security, and digital cooperation that strengthen the region.
Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Fahmy has warned US President Donald Trump that the Middle East is approaching a dangerous tipping point, urging him to restrain Israeli policies towards Palestinians ahead of Trump's planned meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has demanded international legal action against the United States for damage inflicted on Iran's transport infrastructure during recent military strikes, characterising the attacks as war crimes.
Myanmar's participation in senior Asean meetings remains a distant prospect, according to the Philippines' special envoy on the crisis. Ongoing civil conflict and non-compliance with regional peace efforts have kept the country's leadership barred from top forums.
ASEAN and China have indicated encouraging advancement in their negotiations for a code of conduct governing the South China Sea, with both sides aiming to finalise the agreement before the year concludes.
President Donald Trump has threatened to destroy Iranian bridges or power plants for each attack on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions amid ongoing military exchanges in the region.
A Bangladeshi man appeared in Kulim magistrate's court charged with illegally possessing 11 passports of other Bangladeshi nationals, highlighting ongoing document trafficking concerns in Malaysia.
An unidentified hacker has breached a South Korean government training academy, compromising records belonging to approximately 10,000 current and retired diplomats. Authorities discovered the breach in early February.
Malaysia's Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has arrived in Manila to lead the country's delegation at the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting, where regional crises and Myanmar's humanitarian situation will dominate discussions.
Malaysia's Home Ministry expects to finalise a comprehensive refugee registration database by December 2024, providing more accurate biometric and identity information on registered refugees across the country.
A confrontation between Philippine and Chinese vessels at a disputed shoal has intensified tensions ahead of an ASEAN ministerial meeting in Manila, complicating efforts to establish regional maritime protocols and deepening divisions within the bloc.
Chinese and Philippine foreign ministers will meet this week for the first time in two years at an Asean gathering in Manila, even as tensions escalate over South China Sea disputes, Taiwan, and Japan ties.
Malaysian police say a 23-year-old caught attempting to smuggle RM1.1 million worth of cocaine through Sri Lanka was working for an international drug trafficking network, raising fresh concerns about Malaysia's role in regional narcotics routes.
The Philippines is hosting the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting from July 20 to 24, addressing regional security, human rights, and geopolitical stability. Discussions will cover Myanmar, South China Sea tensions, and nuclear-free zone protocols.
Thailand's concerns about Chinese-made tanks supplied to Cambodia expose a fundamental contradiction in regional security rhetoric. Bangkok maintains overwhelming military superiority yet portrays defensive Cambodian procurement as a strategic threat.
The United States has launched its eighth consecutive night of airstrikes against Iran after two American military personnel were killed in Jordan, resuming hostilities following the collapse of a month-old ceasefire agreement.
The United States military has confirmed two service members were killed and one remains missing following Iranian ballistic missile and drone strikes on a facility in Jordan on July 17, with several others requiring medical evacuation.
Malaysia's foreign minister heads to Manila for a critical Asean meeting where Myanmar's deteriorating crisis and South China Sea disputes dominate discussions between regional and major power representatives.
Two Malaysian nationals were arrested separately at Hong Kong International Airport within three days on drug trafficking charges, prompting fresh concerns about international syndicates systematically recruiting drug mules from Malaysia for cross-border operations.
The Arab League's new Secretary-General has reaffirmed the Palestinian cause as a central priority, condemning Israeli military operations and calling for unified Arab action on regional security.
Kuwait's military activated air defence systems early Wednesday to intercept what it characterised as hostile Iranian drone attacks, while Bahrain simultaneously activated air raid sirens. The incidents reflect mounting regional tensions.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reasserted Tehran's role as protector of the Strait of Hormuz, dismissing US President Donald Trump's proposal to charge a 20 per cent toll on commercial vessels passing through the waterway.
The Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary, acting as ASEAN chair's special envoy, will lead a humanitarian mission into Myanmar by the fourth quarter of 2026, following regional discussions on the Five-Point Consensus and political normalisation.
Malaysia has pledged to work closely with Thailand's newly appointed Peace Dialogue Panel chief Thanut Suvarnananda to advance peace efforts in the restive southern region, Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled announced during talks with his Thai counterpart.
Malaysia's Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin met Thailand's newly appointed Defence Minister Lieutenant General Adul Boonthumjaroen to discuss deepening bilateral defence cooperation and addressing regional security challenges.
Malaysia's Parliament is set to debate the Malaysia-Thailand Border Economic Zone development and analyse the regional implications of the prolonged Strait of Hormuz crisis affecting maritime security and trade.
Iran has rebuffed Donald Trump's offer to pursue talks, demanding the US first implement previously agreed understandings on oil exports and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Fresh US threats and regional tensions underscore the fragility of the ceasefire.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has voiced deep concern over escalating military tensions in the Gulf region, calling on all parties to exercise restraint and resume diplomatic negotiations to avert catastrophic consequences.
A coordinated enforcement operation involving over 200 personnel across 12 government agencies in Brunei's capital city has resulted in the detention of two foreign nationals and the discovery of multiple violations spanning immigration, labour safety, and electrical standards.
Thailand is hosting two informal ASEAN Foreign Ministers' meetings on Myanmar, chaired by the Philippines, to advance the bloc's engagement strategy and discuss implementation of the Five-Point Consensus on Myanmar's political crisis.
A Malaysian national has been imprisoned for six years and eight months in Brunei for his role in a cross-border scheme involving the misuse of debit cards for unauthorised ATM withdrawals, resulting in losses of BND8,480.
The Philippines is urging ASEAN member states to bolster maritime security across critical shipping corridors including the Strait of Malacca and South China Sea to protect regional trade and energy supplies from disruption.
Iran's Health Ministry confirmed at least 14 deaths and 78 injuries from US military strikes across five provinces on July 8-9, 2026, despite an active ceasefire agreement.
Singapore authorities arrested 17 people across multiple locations in an islandwide crackdown on illegal remote gambling operations, recovering more than S$720,000 in cash and seizing electronic devices used in the scheme.
India's Gujarat High Court has upheld death sentences for 38 people convicted in connection with the 2008 Ahmedabad bombings, which killed more than 50 and wounded nearly 200 in coordinated attacks.
Two bombs exploded near a Damascus hotel hosting French President Emmanuel Macron during his visit to Syria on Tuesday, wounding at least 18 people including four police officers. Macron remained safe at the presidential palace.
Japan's coast guard expelled two Chinese coast guard ships from disputed waters near the Senkaku Islands on July 7, citing violations of international law. The incident reflects rising tensions over the territory and Taiwan.
South Korea is launching its fourth medium-sized earth observation satellite via SpaceX Falcon 9 from California. The 500kg satellite will monitor the Korean Peninsula every three days for agriculture, disaster response and climate analysis.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has appointed Zhang Shuguang as the military's new anti-corruption chief, replacing Zhang Shengmin as part of an ongoing sweeping purge of the People's Liberation Army leadership that has removed multiple senior commanders since mid-2023.
Malaysia's Weststar Defence Industries and Australia's Rocket Technologies International have signed a strategic partnership to establish domestic rocket and missile production, advancing Malaysia's defence industry under the National Defence Industry Policy.
Two Malaysians wounded in an improvised explosive device blast in Thailand's Narathiwat province have been discharged and returned across the border to Kelantan for continued hospital care.
The 39th Asia-Pacific Roundtable begins Tuesday with a dedicated caucus examining Myanmar's escalating crisis. The three-day forum in Kuala Lumpur brings together 400 participants from 30 countries to debate regional security challenges.
Iran has intensified demands that the United States establish a concrete timeline for Israel's unconditional withdrawal from occupied Lebanese territories, framing the pullout as essential to any lasting regional stability agreement.
Authorities in Tumpat apprehended an 18-year-old with four species of protected animals worth RM48,500, marking another significant enforcement operation against illegal wildlife trafficking in Malaysia.
Japan's parliament has approved legislation to restructure its Air Self-Defence Force with an expanded space defence mandate, establishing a dedicated space operations group ahead of fiscal year 2027.
Thai police have arrested 233 suspected drug traffickers in Narathiwat province during a major anti-smuggling operation, with some suspects believed connected to Malaysian trafficking networks attempting to move RM1.2 million in contraband.
Malaysia's Defence Minister Khaled states that financial consequences from terminating the Norway missile acquisition remain undetermined, dependent on the path forward agreed with Norwegian counterparts.
Malaysia's Defence Ministry has launched a comprehensive strategic plan and capacity blueprint spanning 2026-2030 to address growing geopolitical tensions, technological disruption, and evolving security challenges affecting the region.