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China declines request to visit Hong Kong by U.S.

China says ties with Philippines are at a turning point

China hopes Manila can meet China halfway and handle the disputes appropriately.

Sep 14, 2016

Malaysia on high alert over Zika case in Singapore

Thailand discloses 200 Zika virus cases, says tourism may take a hit

Health officials express fear of negative impact on the lucrative tourism industry..

Sep 14, 2016

Taiwan on high alert as Typhoon Nepartak approaches the island

Super Typhoon Meranti hits Taiwan; alert issued in China

Experts say Meranti is expected to cause landslide in southern Chinese provinces of Guangdong and Fujian.

Sep 14, 2016

Three workers killed in explosion at Thailand ethanol plant

The authorities are investigating if the ethanol company was responsible for the accident.

Sep 12, 2016

Rodrigo Duterte wins Philippines presidential elections

Duterte shows green signal for Filipino death row inmate's execution: Jokowi

The Indonesian President says the legal process will be followed up by Attorney General M. Prasetyo.

Sep 12, 2016

Floods kill 60 people, 44,000 left homeless in North Korea

North Korea flood death toll rises to 133, several still missing

The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs says mass-mobilisation 200-day labour campaign has been redirected to assist the flood victims.

Sep 12, 2016

China says to hold drills with Russia in South China Sea

China, Russia start joint naval drills in South China Sea

China says the drills are aimed at strengthening cooperation and not targeted to any other country.

Sep 12, 2016

Singapore: Zika virus cases reach up to 329, 8 pregnant women affected

The Ministry of Health says eight pregnant women have been infected with the virus as of now.

Sep 12, 2016

Singapore "haze" crisis improves, returns to moderate range

Singapore: NEA forecasts slighty hazy conditions in next few days

Authorities say 28 hotspots were detected on Sunday mainly in southern Sumatra but visible smoke plume was observed.

Sep 12, 2016

Japan protests again after Chinese ships sail into waters near disputed isles

Japan expresses concern over Chinese ships near disputed islands

Japan, South Korea and the United States asks China to persuade Pyongyang to comply with UN sanction resolutions.

Sep 11, 2016

China passes new rules to prosecute trespassers in its territorial waters

China, Russia to hold joint naval drill in South China Sea

Authorities say both the nations will carry out defence, rescue and anti-submarine operations, as well as "island seizing" and other activities.

Sep 11, 2016

Singapore Zika virus cases hit 318, new breeding habitat found in Circuit Road area

National Environment Agency says a total of 194 breeding habitats have been found and destroyed in the cluster areas as of Sept 9.

Sep 11, 2016

Four abducted Sarawakians freed by by Abu Sayyaf

Filipino militants kidnap three fishermen in Sabah waters

Authorities identify the three fishermen as Flipino Bajaus, who are believed to be among a crew of 11 on the boat.

Sep 11, 2016

Philippines: Duterte says nation can survive without mining companies

Philippines: President Duterte says 'not a fan' of US, vows to create own course

Duterte announces that Beijing had promised to help in building drug rehabilitation centres for the treatment of Filipino crystal meth users.

Sep 10, 2016

China willing to strengthen military ties with Myanmar through mutual cooperation

Mynamar leader Aung San Suu Kyi thanks China for its initiative in the peace process of Myanmar.

Sep 10, 2016

At least 12 killed in Bangladesh garment factory fire

At least 23 killed in Bangladesh factory fire

Authorities say that the cause of the fire was not known immediately.

Sep 10, 2016

Islamic State suicide bomber kills seven people in north of Baghdad, 11 injured

Twin Islamic State suicide bombings at Baghdad mall kill 12

The Islamic State claims the responsibility of the attack in eastern Baghdad.

Sep 10, 2016

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Zika virus cases in Singapore reaches up to 215

Singapore: 12 new Zika cases confirmed, total now past 300-mark

The National Environment Agency says nearly 183 breeding habitats have been detected and destroyed.

Sep 10, 2016

Abu Sayyaf kills another Canadian hostage for deadline lapse

Philippines: Abu Sayyaf militants along with hostages are on the run in Jolo island

Authorities say the five Malaysian captives were kidnapped from a tugboat near Dent Haven in Lahad Datu on July 18.

Sep 9, 2016

China to hold military drills amid South China Sea tensions

Singapore, China to hold joint naval drill as first bilateral event

The RSS Steadfast along with the People's Liberation Army (Navy) Jiangkai II-class frigate CNS Jingzhou will hold a half-day drill.

Sep 9, 2016

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