Malaysia, Australia sign four MoUs World

Malaysia, Australia sign four MoUs

Malaysia and Australia on March 4 formalised four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) in Melbourne on March 4 during Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s official visit to Australia and attendance at the ASEAN - Australia Special Summit.
Philippine officials suspended over rice scandal World

Philippine officials suspended over rice scandal

The Office of the Ombudsman has ordered the preventive suspension of the National Food Authority (NFA) head and 138 other officials and employees for their alleged involvement in a sale of rice buffer stocks, Philippine Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel said on March 4.
Australia expands maritime cooperation with ASEAN World

Australia expands maritime cooperation with ASEAN

The Australian Government will invest 64 million AUD (41.8 million USD) over the next four years, including 40 million USD in new funding, to enhance Australia's Southeast Asia Maritime Partnerships, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said on March 4.
Thai aviation sector bounces back World

Thai aviation sector bounces back

The resurgence of Thailand’s tourism industry over the past year has translated into substantial gains for airlines and tourism businesses listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), reported the local news site The Nation.
Thailand plans to amend surrogacy law World

Thailand plans to amend surrogacy law

Thai authorities are preparing to change the surrogacy law to help foreign couples access the service in the country, according to the Department of Health Service Support.