Singapore likely to tighten monetary policy as inflation remains elevated: Analysts

Most of the analysts polled by Reuters expect the Monetary Authority of Singapore to tighten its policy, but others expect no change, citing the weak economic outlook.

China warns US House Speaker not to meet Taiwan president

China says a meeting between US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen would not help regional peace and stability, but only unite the Chinese people behind a common enemy.

China's intensifying nuclear-armed submarine patrols add complexity for US, allies: Analysts

China is for the first time keeping at least one nuclear-armed ballistic missile submarine constantly at sea, according to a Pentagon report.

Almost 13,000 contract doctors in Malaysia to get permanent positions within 3 years: PM Anwar

This year alone, nearly 4,300 contract doctors will be offered permanent positions at a cost of about RM1.7 billion (US$385.8 million), said Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

Behind the scenes: How Singapore's bird park is moving 3,500 animals to their new home

It took a year of planning and four months to move, but Jurong Bird Park's 400 species of birds are nearly ready to meet visitors again at their new home in Mandai.