Middle East Observer 12h

Malaysia and Egypt elevate bilateral relationship to a strategic partnership

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, issued a joint statement during Anwar’s official visit to commemorate the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations. This visit marks Anwar’s second as Prime Minister, underscoring the strengthening ties between thes»»»

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Gulf News 21.05. 14:11

Philippines EV charging snags: Red tape, patchwork rules despite surging demand — here's the way forward

Manila: The rollout of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in the Philippines has been slowed by a mix of regulatory bottlenecks, uneven local government rules, slow permitting, grid and safety concerns — fueling investor uncertainty despite strong EV sales growth. Industry officials say demand»»»

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The Peninsula 20.05. 10:12

Unified global safety standards: CHERY TIGGO builds strong safety foundation for every family journey

Doha, Qatar: From urban commuting to long-distance road trips, from family vacations to outdoor camping, and from everyday driving to transcontinental adventures, modern family mobility has evolved far beyond traditional boundaries of geography and driving scenarios. As travel needs become increasi»»»

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Gulf News 20.05. 07:40

Japan, South Korea to launch new energy cooperation framework

ANDONG, South Korea: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung agreed Tuesday to deepen energy cooperation by ensuring supplies of crude oil, petroleum products and liquefied natural gas for both countries as heightened Middle East tensions raise the need for c»»»

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Gulf News 20.05. 06:52

Japan, S. Korea to launch new energy cooperation framework

ANDONG, South Korea: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung agreed Tuesday to deepen energy cooperation by ensuring supplies of crude oil, petroleum products and liquefied natural gas for both countries as heightened Middle East tensions raise the need for c»»»

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Sputnik 17.05. 17:29

China’s Pinglu Canal is About to Redraw Asian Trade Maps

China has nearly finished a mega-project that will give its southwest the shortest direct access to the sea — and slash shipping distances by more than 560 km. Installation of the three main shipping hubs on the 134-km Pinglu Canal has now been completedThe canal offers a direct river-sea trade rou»»»

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Gulf News 13.05. 00:08

Philippine passport gains momentum as new visa waivers expand travel options: From 80th to mid-60s

Manila: The Philippine passport has shown modest but steady gains in global mobility rankings over the past eight years, according to a visa tracking site. The Philippine passport has climbed from the low 70s and 80s in the early 2020s to its current position around 61st to 73rd (depending on the i»»»

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BNE 12.05. 07:21

ASEAN’s power gamble will shape the region’s economic future

Southeast Asia is entering a decisive phase in its energy transition with ASEAN governments no longer simply opting how to cut emissions, but now faced with the question of how to secure enough electricity to support industrial growth, AI infrastructure and rising living standards – all without tri»»»

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BNE 12.05. 07:21

ASEAN’s power gamble will shape the region’s economic future

Southeast Asia is entering a decisive phase in its energy transition with ASEAN governments no longer simply opting how to cut emissions, but now faced with the question of how to secure enough electricity to support industrial growth, AI infrastructure and rising living standards – all without tri»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 12.05. 07:21

ASEAN’s power gamble will shape the region’s economic future

Southeast Asia is entering a decisive phase in its energy transition with ASEAN governments no longer simply opting how to cut emissions, but now faced with the question of how to secure enough electricity to support industrial growth, AI infrastructure and rising living standards – all without tri»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 12.05. 07:21

ASEAN’s power gamble will shape the region’s economic future

Southeast Asia is entering a decisive phase in its energy transition with ASEAN governments no longer simply opting how to cut emissions, but now faced with the question of how to secure enough electricity to support industrial growth, AI infrastructure and rising living standards – all without tri»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 12.05. 07:21

ASEAN’s power gamble will shape the region’s economic future

Southeast Asia is entering a decisive phase in its energy transition with ASEAN governments no longer simply opting how to cut emissions, but now faced with the question of how to secure enough electricity to support industrial growth, AI infrastructure and rising living standards – all without tri»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 12.05. 07:21

ASEAN’s power gamble will shape the region’s economic future

Southeast Asia is entering a decisive phase in its energy transition with ASEAN governments no longer simply opting how to cut emissions, but now faced with the question of how to secure enough electricity to support industrial growth, AI infrastructure and rising living standards – all without tri»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 12.05. 07:21

ASEAN’s power gamble will shape the region’s economic future

Southeast Asia is entering a decisive phase in its energy transition with ASEAN governments no longer simply opting how to cut emissions, but now faced with the question of how to secure enough electricity to support industrial growth, AI infrastructure and rising living standards – all without tri»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 12.05. 07:21

ASEAN’s power gamble will shape the region’s economic future

Southeast Asia is entering a decisive phase in its energy transition with ASEAN governments no longer simply opting how to cut emissions, but now faced with the question of how to secure enough electricity to support industrial growth, AI infrastructure and rising living standards – all without tri»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 12.05. 07:21

ASEAN’s power gamble will shape the region’s economic future

Southeast Asia is entering a decisive phase in its energy transition with ASEAN governments no longer simply opting how to cut emissions, but now faced with the question of how to secure enough electricity to support industrial growth, AI infrastructure and rising living standards – all without tri»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 12.05. 07:21

ASEAN’s power gamble will shape the region’s economic future

Southeast Asia is entering a decisive phase in its energy transition with ASEAN governments no longer simply opting how to cut emissions, but now faced with the question of how to secure enough electricity to support industrial growth, AI infrastructure and rising living standards – all without tri»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 11.05. 08:36

Pinglu Canal highlights China’s logistics-first infrastructure strategy

China’s latest major infrastructure project, the Pinglu Canal in Guangxi in the south of the country, is being described by local sources and in online forums in sweeping terms - a transformative trade route of sorts. The reality is a tad more prosaic, but still economically significant. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 11.05. 08:36

Pinglu Canal highlights China’s logistics-first infrastructure strategy

China’s latest major infrastructure project, the Pinglu Canal in Guangxi in the south of the country, is being described by local sources and in online forums in sweeping terms - a transformative trade route of sorts. The reality is a tad more prosaic, but still economically significant. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 11.05. 08:36

Pinglu Canal highlights China’s logistics-first infrastructure strategy

China’s latest major infrastructure project, the Pinglu Canal in Guangxi in the south of the country, is being described by local sources and in online forums in sweeping terms - a transformative trade route of sorts. The reality is a tad more prosaic, but still economically significant. »»»

intellinews.com
Gulf News 11.05. 08:05

Asia braces for a second wave of energy shocks from the Iran war

BANGKOK: Asia’s first defenses against energy shocks from the Iran war are running short and a more consequential second wave of impacts is beginning to hit. When the war started, governments scrambled to adapt to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for energy flowing to Asia. Th»»»

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Arab News 11.05. 07:11

Myanmar complains over pariah treatment in ASEAN bloc

YANGON: Myanmar claimed on Monday that “discriminatory measures” are shutting it out of the ASEAN bloc after a summit last week saw the organization continue to blacklist the country’s post-coup leadership.The 11-country Association of Southeast Asian Nations has shunned Myanmar from summits since »»»

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BNE 11.05. 07:04

Indonesia, Philippines form nickel alliance to dominate global supply

Indonesia and the Philippines have formalised a strategic alliance to unify the regional nickel industry, effectively creating a nickel cartel that controls nearly three-quarters of the world’s mining output, Philippine News Agency reports. The agreement was signed at a high-level business roundtab»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 11.05. 07:04

Indonesia, Philippines form nickel alliance to dominate global supply

Indonesia and the Philippines have formalised a strategic alliance to unify the regional nickel industry, effectively creating a nickel cartel that controls nearly three-quarters of the world’s mining output, Philippine News Agency reports. The agreement was signed at a high-level business roundtab»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 11.05. 07:04

Indonesia, Philippines form nickel alliance to dominate global supply

Indonesia and the Philippines have formalised a strategic alliance to unify the regional nickel industry, effectively creating a nickel cartel that controls nearly three-quarters of the world’s mining output, Philippine News Agency reports. The agreement was signed at a high-level business roundtab»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 11.05. 07:04

Indonesia, Philippines form nickel alliance to dominate global supply

Indonesia and the Philippines have formalised a strategic alliance to unify the regional nickel industry, effectively creating a nickel cartel that controls nearly three-quarters of the world’s mining output, Philippine News Agency reports. The agreement was signed at a high-level business roundtab»»»

intellinews.com
UPI 11.05. 06:27

Hormuz disruption sends shock through oil and food supply chains - UPI.com

Ten weeks into the Iran war, global shortages of oil, fertilizer and sulfuric acid are intensifying as shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz drive up prices and threaten agriculture, mining and semiconductor production. A handout photo made available by the Royal Thai Navy shows the Thai-fla»»»

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Jordan Times 10.05. 06:30

MIHAS 2026 showcases Jordan-Malaysia strengths, driving $1.13b Halal trade

AMMAN — Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) has been established in 2004 and since then the fair became the world's largest and most "influential" Halal trade exhibition, serving as a global platform for businesses, policymakers and industry leaders who are engaged in Halal economy. This »»»

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Arab News 09.05. 06:59

Southeast Asian leaders seek strategy to ease impacts of Iran war

CEBU: Southeast Asian leaders at a summit on Friday stressed an urgent need to coordinate their response to the impacts of the Middle East crisis, as they aim to ease pressure from an energy shock that has rattled their oil import-reliant economies. Meeting on the Philippine island of Cebu, leaders»»»

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