Jakarta – The Association of Southeast Nations (ASEAN) is seriously looking at the growing trade and tourism exchanges in the Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines-East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) as a vital component of its ongoing efforts to integrate the economies of the region`s 10 member-states. Dr. Termsak Chalermpalan... detail... »
Maitum, Sarangani – Twenty-two bags of sherds similar to artifacts from the Metal Age anthropomorphic secondary burial jars discovered in Pinol cave here in 1991 were seized by local police and the local government is holding on to the artifacts claiming these may have come from the same area. The nearly 2,000 year old ant... detail... »
Singapore - Malay language is in danger of becoming a foreign language among the Singapore Malays within the next 10 to 15 years if they continue to ignore its usage, an observer here said. Sairi H. A. Manan, in a commentary published in Berita Harian, the sole Malay language newspaper in Singapore, said the Malays in the republic should not... detail... »
Kuala Lumpur - AFTER seven long months of hard work, the latest effort for the Portrait of Hope project culminated in a charity gala society ball on Aug 5. The third in a series included a book entitled Portrait of Hope: Inspiring lives through Songket, written by the doyen of hairstylists, Winnie Loo. The book was also sold at the gala. The... detail... »
Kuwait - Islam is the most widely practiced religion in Indonesia with approximately 88 percent of its more than 200 million people being Muslims. However, the traditions and customs they practice to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan (fasting month) vary from one place to another. Indonesian Ambassador to Kuwait, Faisal Ismail, mentioned th... detail... »
Bandar Seri Begawan - The lstana Nurul Iman in the capital received thousands of people after it was opened for the tedarus yesterday. People came as early as 6pm to ensure that they can get parking space before lining up to enter the palace at 7.30pm when its gates were opened. However, members of the public are advised to obey certain... detail... »
Singapore - Singapore and Malaysia should not create more impediments that could cause unnecessary hardships to the people from both countries, Malaysian High Commissioner to Singapore Datuk N. Parameswaran said. Instead, both countries should step up their current cordial relations further for the wellbeing of both peoples, he said. He... detail... »
Jakarta - The name marawis - referring to a family of percussion-based music originally from Yemen - comes from one of its component instruments; notably, a small drum. This music has penetrated many parts of Indonesia, including East Java, South Sumatra and North Sulawesi. In Indonesia, marawis has mixed with local musical tas... detail... »
Malacca - The Museum Complex concourse in Jalan Kota here was turned into a heritage food bazaar where members of the public savoured kuih koci and spicy asam pedas dishes. More than 500 locals and tourists made their way to the venue to try the traditional delicacies while enjoying a view of the historical monuments. The well-known kuih ... detail... »
Tutong - A handicraft workshop organised by the Mukim and Village Consultative Council to further develop the handicraft industry in Brunei was launched yesterday at the multi-purpose hall of Kg Bukit. Present as the guest of honour was Tutong District Officer, Awg Haji Md Idris bin Hj Md Ali. In delivering his speech, the guest of hon... detail... »
Hanoi – Under the sponsorship of Petronas, a Malaysian art exhibition entitled “Transformation” will open at the Viet Art Centre, 42 Yet Kieu, Hanoi on September 3. This one-month exhibition promises to bring a new look about Malaysian art since the mid-20th century. The exhibition will be brought to Manila (Philippines), Jakarta (Indonesi... detail... »
Singapore - Singapore and Malaysia have reiterated their commitment to honour and abide by the International Court of Justices judgment on Pulau Batu Puteh, Middle Rocks and South Ledge. The two countries also agreed to fully implement its decision by continuing the discussions pursuant to the first round meeting of the Malaysia-Singapore J... detail... »
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