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'A national security problem and a homeland security problem': The world targets Southeast Asia's notorious scam centers

The U.S. announced on Thursday that it will start a new "Scam Center Strike Force" to target cybercriminals based in Southeast Asia

Fortune

Energy Insider: China Achieves Breakthrough With Thorium Molten Salt Reactor

China–ASEAN power trade tops 75 billion kWh, PetroChina-led project in Iraq boosts oil processing capacity

Caixin Global

Trump takes center stage at APEC–yet Asia’s business leaders are optimistic that multilateralism will prevail

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Pete Hegseth Condemns China's 'Destabilizing Actions' In South China Sea, Pledges US Support To Southeast Asian Allies: Reports

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth on Saturday condemned Beijing for its escalating "destabilizing actions" in the South China Sea during multilateral defense talks in Kuala Lumpur.

Benzinga

US urges ASEAN to be firm in countering China in the South China Sea

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urges Southeast Asian nations to strengthen their maritime forces to counter China's actions in the South China Sea

The Independent UK

India and US sign 10-year defence deal to expand military cooperation

Hegseth hails new defence deal with India as ‘cornerstone for regional stability’ which includes military and technological cooperation

The Independent UK

Malaysia urges ASEAN to expand defense cooperation in cyberspace

Malaysia's defense minister is calling for members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations to extend their security partnerships from the high seas to cyberspace

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Why ASEAN membership matters for Southeast Asia's smallest economy: It's a ‘credible signal’ of stability to wary international investors

With oil and gas revenues starting to run dry, Timor-Leste, also known as East Timor, needs to explore new options.

Fortune

Business Brief (Oct. 29): China Overtakes U.S. as Germany’s Top Trader

China and ASEAN sign upgraded free trade protocol, Chinese banks face mounting pressure from property slump

Caixin Global

Trump and Xi talks could end months of global economic chaos

High on agenda for the leaders of the US and China will be rare earths and tariffs, with a chance of a relationship reset

The Guardian - UK

The Latest: Air strikes, ICE crackdown and shutdown continue with Trump in Asia

U.S. President Donald Trump has met with Japan’s newly elected, ultraconservative leader in Tokyo during one of the busiest days of his Asia trip

The Independent UK

China signs expanded ASEAN free trade pact as alternate to US protectionism

The free trade area covers a combined market of more than 2 billion people, lowers tariffs on goods, and boosts flows of services and investment.

Euronews

AUKUS subs deal won't be expanded to include Japan: PM

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been invited to Japan after a 'positive' meeting with the Asian nation's newly-elected prime minister.

AAP

China and ASEAN sign expanded free trade pact

Beijing and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations have signed an expanded free trade agreement as both sides face increased protectionism from the United States

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In AP interview, East Timor's Ramos-Horta says personal diplomacy could bring Myanmar ceasefire

East Timor’s President José Ramos-Horta has expressed willingness to mediate in Myanmar’s civil war after his country joined the Association of Southeast Asian Nations

Benzinga

Trump-Xi Jinping Set To Finalize Deal As US-China Deescalate Trade Tensions — Dow Futures Surge 242 Points

U.S. stock futures climbed Sunday evening following a significant breakthrough in the trade negotiations between the United States and China during the ASEAN summit over the weekend.

The Guardian - AU

Opposition wants ‘balanced outcome’ on environment protection reforms – as it happened

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AAP

'Get on board': minister's environment overhaul appeal

Negotiating the passage of major environment reforms through parliament is pulling the federal government in different directions.

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The Independent UK

Trump showcases trademark dance moves as he is welcomed to Malaysia

Donald Trump showed off his dance moves as he disembarked Air Force One shortly after landing in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, ahead of the 47th ASEAN summit.

International Business Times UK

Trump Re-engages in Southeast Asia Diplomacy as ASEAN Touts US Role in Regional Stability

At the ASEAN Summit, Trump backs diplomacy and economic ties as leaders stress US role in regional peace, stability, and digital growth.

AAP

'Fake media': PM brushes off latest Trump gibe at Rudd

Focus on Donald Trump's sledge of Kevin Rudd is being dismissed as "fake media" by Anthony Albanese as the US president reignites the issue.

The Independent UK

East Timor formally admitted to ASEAN in the group’s first expansion since the 1990s

East Timor has been formally admitted into the Association of Southeast Asian Nations in the group’s first expansion since the 1990s

AAP

Trump shadow looms large as PM scales regional summits

World leaders including Anthony Albanese will jostle for position at major regional summits as talks between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping take centre stage.

International Business Times

Trump's Asia Tour Set To Spotlight Trade Challenges

US President Donald Trump's trip to Asia which begins Sunday carries significant economic stakes for countries around the region, with multiple tariff deals still pending and a trade dispute simmering between Washington and Beijing.

The Guardian - AU

Trump in Asia: five key questions as US president prepares for diplomatic tour

Donald Trump will travel to Malaysia, Japan and South Korea for the Apec and Asean summits. Will he meet Xi Jinping, and what tariff deals might be secured?

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