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King Charles to address US Congress on landmark state visit, Buckingham Palace says
LONDON, April 15 — King Charles III will give a landmark address to the US Congress on his first state visit this month, marking “shared history” and deep ties, Buckingham Palace said yesterday. Making his first state visit to the
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US blockade against Iran triggers global energy shock fears; China denounces ‘dangerous’ move
PARIS, April 14 — Washington’s decision to blockade Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz is sending tremors through global energy markets, raising fears of a fresh oil shock by threatening supplies to Asia. Iran had continued to pump crude
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Govt raises paddy aid, diesel cash support as fuel crisis bites; payouts April 21
KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 — The Finance Ministry today announced a package of enhanced subsidies and cash assistance for farmers, smallholders and diesel users amid continued pressure from global energy disruptions. “The Madani Government’s priority is clear: to ensure the
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Philippines seeks US nod to expand Russian oil imports as shortages bite
MANILA, April 14 — Manila said Tuesday it was seeking US permission to buy more Russian crude, as the import-dependent Philippines scrambles to shore up scant fuel supplies amid a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The Philippines’ sole oil
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Singapore IPO proceeds jump to US$967m in Q1 despite global slowdown, says EY report
SINGAPORE, April 14 — Singapore’s initial public offering (IPO) market raised US$967.1 million (RM3.82 billion) in the first quarter of 2026 despite a global slowdown, marking a rebound from zero listings a year earlier, EY said Monday, reported Xinhua. The
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Pakistan pushes to revive US-Iran talks for second round, source says
ISLAMABAD, April 14 — Pakistan was working to bring Iran and the United States back together for a second round of talks and to secure an extended ceasefire to allow for diplomacy, a senior Pakistani source told AFP. “Efforts are
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US, Indonesia upgrade ties with ‘major’ defence partnership, says Hegseth
WASHINGTON, April 14 — US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Monday a “major” defence partnership with Indonesia following a meeting with the Southeast Asian nation’s defence minister at the Pentagon. “We are elevating our relationship to a Major Defense Cooperation
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Xi pledges China’s ‘constructive role’ in West Asia peace efforts
BEIJING, April 14 — President Xi Jinping vowed Tuesday that China would play a “constructive role” in promoting peace talks in the Middle East as he urged respect for sovereignty of nations in the war-torn region, state media reported. Xi
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Tengku Zafrul: Malaysia must double down on energy security amid global uncertainties
KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 — Malaysia needs to double down on energy security as global uncertainties intensify, with the government actively engaging investors on the importance of ensuring a stable and reliable energy supply, said Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul
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Pack your umbrella: Heavy rain, storms expected in KL, Putrajaya and 10 other states until 4pm
KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 — Thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds are expected to hit the capital, Putrajaya and 10 other states until 4pm today. The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) in a statement said the weather conditions are expected to
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