At least 64 people die in massive police raid in Rio de Janeiro
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Iran proposes regional currency to boost trade
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian suggests adopting a shared currency among regional trading partners to counter Western sanctions and enhance economic cooperation.
ASEAN and China sign updated Free Trade Area agreement
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and China have signed an updated version of the ASEAN–China Free Trade Area (ACFTA) 3.0 agreement.
Anwar trumps as 47th Asean Summit host, raises Malaysia’s stature in the eyes of the world
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s successful hosting of the 47th Asean Summit in 2025 solidifies Malaysia’s diplomatic leadership amid regional and global challenges.
Malaysia hosts 47th ASEAN Summit; cements influence toward Indo-Pacific region
Malaysia hosts 47th ASEAN Summit; cements influence toward Indo-Pacific region – Economy – The Jakarta Post
The Post-Gaza Rebalancing in the Middle East
The fragile ceasefire in Gaza reflects accelerating recalibration in the Middle East, as U.S. military maneuvers are giving way – so the story goes
S’pore trade deal with Latin American bloc headed for Brazil Parliament vote ‘soon’: President Lula
Brazil is open to negotiating new agreements with the Republic, as it eyes biofuel collaboration with Asean.
Birthday vibes: Brazil’s Lula turns 80, goes ‘Malaysian’ at Asean dinner, cheers on Malaysia’s Brics dream
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva celebrates 80th birthday at Asean gala dinner while expressing support for Malaysia’s Brics membership aspirations.
Brazil backs Malaysia’s bid to become full member of BRICS
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva expressed strong support for Malaysia’s aspiration to join BRICS during his visit to Kuala Lumpur.