World

Singapore, Malaysia discuss counter-terrorism measures

Singapore’s Minister of Home Affairs K. Shanmugam and Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs Ahmad Zahid Hamidi on August 10 discussed counter-terrorism measures.
Singapore, Malaysia discuss counter-terrorism measures ảnh 1IS terrorists - Illustrative image (Source: AFP)

Singapore (VNA) – Singapore’s Minister of Home Affairs K. Shanmugam and Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs Ahmad Zahid Hamidi had a bilateral meeting in Bali, Indonesia, on August 10 to discuss counter-terrorism measures.

The ministers also exchanged notes on cooperation between security and intelligence agencies of Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore in the fight against terrorism in Southeast Asia.

They expressed concerns over the threat of about 1,000 fighters from Malaysia and Indonesia who have travelled to participate in the conflicts in Syria and Iraq, as well as several hundred individuals previously convicted of terrorism offences in Indonesia who will be released from prison in the next few years.

The two sides agreed to exchange biometric information of known fighters and those convicted of terrorism offences, as well as sharing experience in converting extremists.

Given the transnational nature of terrorist networks and the attraction of the Islamic State (IS) propaganda, it is critical to deny terrorists ease of movement across borders and new recruits from amongst prisoners being released, said Shanmugam.

The two ministers are in Bali to attend the International Meeting on Counter Terrorism, which attracted the participation of Government officials and experts from 25 nations and various international organisations.-VNA

VNA
#Singapore’s Minister of Home Affairs K. Shanmugam #Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi #counter-terrorism Malaysia Singapore
Follow VietnamPlus

Related News

Singaporean arrested for IS-related activities

Singaporean arrested for IS-related activities

A Singaporean citizen has been detained for terrorism-related activities under the Internal Security Act (ISA) that allows for suspects to be held for lengthy periods without trial.

See more

A commemorative publication titled “50 Years of Germany – Vietnam Relations: Partners in the Past, Present and Future”, published in 2025, offers a timely and comprehensive reflection not only on the 50th anniversary but also on the two countries' strategic path ahead. (Illustrative photo: the Vietnamese – German University)

German economic cooperation ministry praises Vietnam’s development

Commenting on the German Government’s prominent reference to Vietnam’s achievements in a key policy document shaping the future direction of its development policy, Dr Kambiz Ghawami, President of Germany’s World University Service (WUS), described this as highly significant.

Indonesia’s meat industry faces widespread job loss risks (Photo:en.infosawit.com)

Indonesia’s meat industry faces risk of mass layoffs

The Indonesian Meat Entrepreneurs and Processors Association (APPDI) said the total beef import quota for private companies this year has been cut to 30,000 tonnes, down sharply from 180,000 tonnes in 2025. The figure accounts for only a small fraction of Indonesia’s overall import plan of 297,000 tonnes of beef and buffalo meat for 2026.

Vietnamese Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang (left) and Lao Minister of National Defence Senior Lieutenant General Khamlieng Outhakaysone (Photo: VNA)

Laos focuses on building comprehensive all-people national defence posture

Reporting on defence and security work over the past five years, he noted that despite numerous challenges, Laos has recorded significant achievements under the direct, comprehensive and resolute leadership of the LPRP, the guidance of the Central Commission for Defence–Security, the solidarity and efforts of administrations at all levels, sectors, local authorities and the Lao people, along with cooperation from strategic partners.

Governor of National Resilience Institute (Lemhannas RI) of Indonesia Dr. Ace Hasan Syadzily (Photo: VNA)

Indonesia's programme to develop visionary leaders unveiled

This programme is designed to equip prospective senior leaders with strategic leadership mindset, geopolitical and geostrategic vision, and the capacity to formulate policies and govern the country amid a dynamic domestic and international environment.

Indonesia moves to build clean energy ecosystem for new capital (Photo: indonesiabusinesspost.com)

Indonesia develops clean energy ecosystem for new capital

The involvement of Indonesia's strategic state-owned companies such as Pertamina will strengthen the vision of developing Nusantara into a “forest city” with low carbon emissions, through close collaboration between the government and the business community.

Indonesian Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia at a press conference in Jakarta on January 8, 2026 (Photo: ANTARA)

Indonesia to reshape coal policy in 2026

From January to September 2025, Indonesia’s coal production fell 15% year-on-year to 509 million tonnes, while exports declined 4.7% to about 285 million tonnes. Shipments to China and India dropped by 16% and 12%, respectively.