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South China Sea dispute: Philippines rejected China's offer of bilateral talks

China, Philippines agree to hold S. China Sea meeting bi-annually

The Philippines and China have been at odds over the last decade because of their disputed claims of the South China Sea.

May 17, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

China installs rocket launchers on disputed South China Sea island

Norinco CS/AR-1 55mm anti-frogman rocket launcher defence systems had been installed on Fiery Cross Reef in the Spratly Islands.

May 17, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

South Korea willing to reopen communications with North amid missile crisis

President Moon Jae-in says that he wants to pursue dialogue as well as pressure to stop the North's weapons programs.

May 17, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippine lawmaker files impeachment case against President Rodrigo Duterte

Duterte survives first impeachment charges: What all we know

Congressman Alejano filed the complaint and alleged that Duterte has a role behind the state-sponsored killing of suspected drug users.

May 16, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Singapore to launch blockchain technology for interbank payments

MAS sets up tables for Singapore's second Fintech Fest

In an announcement, MAS indicated that the fintech event will be from November 13 to 17.

May 16, 2017

By Kiersnerr Gerwin Tacadena

Malaysian storekeeper jailed six months for molesting seven-year-old girl

Communist rebels arrest mining businessman in southern Philippines

The communist guerrillas, who abducted Lademora, have also confiscated 21 firearms from the mining site

May 15, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Singapore police arrests 19-year-old for selling stolen cigarettes online

Singapore: 2,500 cartons of duty-unpaid cigars seized at Tuas Checkpoint

ICA says that it will continue conducting security checks on passengers and vehicles at checkpoints to prevent contrabands from going into the city-state.

May 15, 2017

By Kiersnerr Gerwin Tacadena

Philippines to hold oil exploration with China in Spratly Islands

De Venecia says the proposal will bring economic benefits to both countries.

May 15, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Singapore: Malaysian pregnant woman killed in Jurong West accident

The authorities have arrested a 46-year-old male lorry driver for causing death by a negligent act.

May 15, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

China's Xi Jinping says Belt and Road Initiative needs to reject protectionism, 30 leaders agree to support

President Xi has pledged US$124 billion (S$174.6 billion) for his new Silk Road which aims to bolster China's global leadership ambitions.

May 15, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

The sunken ferry Sewol sits on a semi-submersible ship during its salvage operations at the sea off Jindo, South Korea, in this handout picture provided by the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries

Sewol ferry disaster: More suspected human bones recovered from South Korea's sunken ship

The sinking of Sewol was one of the worst-ever maritime disasters of South Korea.

May 14, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

China, Philippines to open South China Sea talks to seek understanding

Santa Romana says previously bilateral ties had been "frozen" because the territorial row had taken centre stage.

May 14, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

21 Malaysians to face death penalty over drugs in Thailand

Singapore: CNB officers seize nearly 1 kg cannabis, heroin and ice, 3 arrested

CNB officers say police are looking into the improvised air rifles that were seized.

May 14, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

At least 23 killed after tourist bus falls from cliff in Turkey

Amir Cicek, the governor of Mugla province says an investigation was underway to ascertain the cause of the accident.

May 14, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Duterte releases 14 convicted NPA rebels to pursue peace

Duterte said he could not continue the war with fellow Filipinos and asserted that he is a president of peace.

May 14, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

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